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EVENTS/ARTS/MUSIC Issue 218 April 2019

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... AND SPRING FASHION

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From the Editor We hear you love the new Conduit front covers and this month’s issue sports a fabulous image courtesy of photographer Len Copland that shows the amazing engines that make up Yeovil’s annual Abbey Hill Steam Rally. Find out more about this iconic show and admire more of Len’s images on page 4. A completely different, but very popular event coming up in May is Sherborne Abbey Festival, now celebrating its 20th year. Find out what this year’s Festival has in store in our comprehensive feature.

EDITOR Jane Adkins

This month’s Conduit as usual features all the information on where to go and what to see, plus we have some excellent features with an emphasis on Fashion (well it is spring time!) as well as a special recipe from award winning New Farm Restaurant in the pretty village of Over Stratton in Somerset.

There is also another fascinating article on the histories of wine and religion from Camilla Wood, owner of the Somerset Wine Co in Castle Cary and well worth a visit. If you want someone who is knowledgeable about her subject and who also houses a well-stocked Deli so you can pick up some delicious cheese or charcuterie to go with your bottle, seek out this shop. Happy Easter!

Contents

MAY DEADLINES News and Articles: FRIDAY, 12 April Advertisements: MONDAY, 15 April

WHAT’S ON p4

Domestic and contract flooring specialists

Find out what’s going on in your area.

Read The Conduit’s definitive guide to what’s happening in your town or village.

GARDENING p14 What to do in your Spring garden

FASHION p16

ASSISTANT EDITOR Lauren Hill

A look at local fashion retailers

34 Princes Street, Yeovil, BA20 1EQ

ARTS p24

All the news from the Arts scene

Tel: 01935 478100 walterwallyeovil@hotmail.co.uk

MOVIES p30

Some great movies for March

FOOD & DRINK p37

TRAVEL p20

Ocean and River cruises

Read about the heady mix of wine and religion closures for the bottles and thicker glass to withstand the pressure within: a perfect embodiment of the synthesis of religion, art and science.

Visit our website for more Events, Services and Classifieds www.theconduitmagazine.co.uk Wine culture and religious culture has forever been intertwined. Note the wines with religious names or connotations such as Lacryma Christi del Vesuvio, a type of red and white wine originating from the slopes of Mount Vesuvius in Campania. This was so-named after an old myth that Christ shed tears on the land as a result of Lucifer’s fall from heaven, giving divine inspiration to the vines that grew there.

Staying in Italy, the famous sweet dessert wine made from dried grapes, Vin Santo, (“Holy wine”) is surrounded by various theories on the origins of its name. Mostly likely is that is was named for its use during the celebration of the Catholic Mass, where sweet wine was often favoured. However, it may also be derived from the island of Santorini (literally from labelling cases for export ‘Vin from Santo’) or from a time when the ruling Turks perfected the production of this sweet wine and exported it to Russia where it became the wine of choice for mass in the Russian Orthodox Church. Another apocryphal story is that a 14th century friar from the province of Siena would use the leftover wine from the Mass to cure the sick.

The healing miracles which ensued gave rise to the wine being denoted as ‘santo’ or holy.

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format wine bottles, but the 17th and 18th centuries were more religious times and wine has long been a vital part of our history and daily lives. Perhaps therefore it should be no surprise that the bottle names are connected to the Bible. As Ecclesiastes (9:7) enthusiastically instructs us “Go, eat your bread with joy, drink your wine with a merry heart, for God has already approved what you do.” Happy Easter!

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Abbey Hill Steam Rally:

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Abbey Hill Steam Rally was started in 1980 and was originally run by the Abbey Hill Transport Company. Starting as a dog show on one sunny afternoon the event grew year upon year becoming the great family day out we know now.

The show today is one of the most popular exhibitor events due to its friendly atmosphere. It always somehow seems that everyone who attends is part of a VERY large and growing family.

This four day event at Yeovil Showground situated on the A37 just south of Yeovil towards Dorchester, overlooking the rolling hills of Dorset, runs from 3 – 6 May, Billed as a real family day out, it features something for everyone.

Images courtesy of Len Copland

From traction engines to motorcycles there are also the Twistmount Gun Dogs, a fun and family dog show on the Sunday; a bug tent and an assortment of vehicle exhibits, including steam engines featuring this year the Sentinel Driver’s Club, Classic cars, lorries, military vehicles, tractors, stationary engines, motorcycles as well as trade stands, craft & model marquee and, of course, a beer tent. With over 100 trade stands selling a variety of goods from household and plants to toys and jewellery, visitors will be spoilt for choice.

The main arena display is Steam Horse, a trick riding equestrian display team doing various shows including jousting, circus and Wild West displays.

During the day a full entertainment program is available with ring events, live bands and singers in the refreshment marquee. In the evening the fun continues in the marquee and the fairground stays open until late.

Our gate opens from 8am so why not come along and enjoy a great family day out? Don’t forget the fun continues into the night with our evening entertainment!

Experience the sights and smells of a steam rally at night, with a well-stocked bar and great entertainment. This year we are pleased to have the well-known rally entertainer Dr Busker performing on the Saturday evening. On site catering is available via our many catering outlets from early morning to late at night.

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What’s On Coffee Mornings CASTLE CARY On Saturday 30 March from 9.00am to 12.00 noon at the Market House there is a Choir Coffee Morning.

Cake, coffee and raffle. For more information phone 01963 351324.

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coffee, pots of tea, home-made cakes and raffle. Occasional market stalls. Profits shared between Parish Hall Fund and charities.

SOUTH PETHERTON On Wednesday 24 April from 10.00am to 12.00 noon at the David Hall there is a Coffee Morning. Free entry.

On Saturday 6 April from 9.00am to 12.30pm at the Market House there is a Museum Coffee Morning. Raffle, coffee and cake.

STOKE SUB HAMDON On Wednesday 27 March from 2.30pm to 5.00pm at the Light House Coffee Shop, West Street the Rotary Club of Yeo Vale host ‘End Polio with a Rotary Tea, Coffee, Cake’. Entry £3.50. For more information phone 07872 023241.

On Saturday 27 April from 9.00am to 12.00 noon at the Market House the Gardening Association has a Plant Sale and Coffee Morning. Free entry.

WINCANTON On Sunday 14 April from 10.00am at the Memorial Hall there is a Coffee Morning. Raffle, book and cake stalls.

All welcome.

LONG SUTTON On Saturday 6 April from 10.30am to 12.00 noon at the Holy Trinity Church there is a Coffee Morning in aid of BIBIC.

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MARTOCK On Friday 29 March from 10.30am to 12.00 noon at the Parish Hall it is Come For Coffee. Enjoy a cafetiere of

MAPPERTON On Sunday 14 April from 10.00am to 4.00pm at Mapperton Gardens there is the Spring Plant Fair.

This popular event is now in its 20th year and one of the biggest fairs in Dorset, with over 30 stands spread throughout the grounds selling plants and garden ornaments including metal and willow work. Admission £3 benefiting the Dorset Wildlife Trust with discounted entry to house and garden is available on the day (house by guided tour only).

Refreshments available from The Coach House Cafe and the Mapperton Shop will be open selling inspirational gifts. Details of stall holders at www.plantfairs.com

Food CREWKERNE On Saturday 30 March from 10.00am to 11.30pm at the Henhayes Centre there is a Breakfast/Brunch. Entry £4.50 for egg, sausage, bacon, tomato or beans, toast, tea or coffee. Extra available at 50p each. For more information phone 01460 74340.

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ABBA FEVER The biggest hits of the world’s favourite band – ABBA! Friday 10 May, 7.30pm.

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On Sunday 21 April at the George Albert Hotel enjoy Easter Sunday Lunch. Two course carvery. Adults £17.75, Children under 12 £8.25. Pre booking essential. For more information phone 01935 483430.

ILCHESTER On Friday 12 April from 7.00pm at Nuova Italia Ilchester there is a Charity Italian Evening. Live music with ‘Elvis’ – Stuart Horne, with a three course meal. All profits to School in a Bag and St Margaret’s Hospice. Email booking@ nuovaitaliasomerset.com MINTERNE From Monday 1 April from 10.00am to 6.00pm at Minterne Gardens The Cafe on the East Terrace overlooking the lake opens. As you would expect at this time of year, the garden will be full of Rhododendrons such as Rh. sinogrande, Rh. augustinii, Rh. falconeri to name just a few of the many varieties at Minterne. Whether you are a fan of wildflowers or Minterne’s

historical collection of stunning Rhododendrons, the garden is worth a visit this month as it reaches its peak and ushers in the spring. Entry to gardens Adults £6, Children free.

MUCHELNEY On Wednesday 10 April the farm shop in this historic village of Muchelney change to their summer opening hours. Wednesday to Sunday from 10.00am to 5.00pm, closed on Mondays and Tuesdays. Cream teas with leaf tea, tasty homemade scones, yummy clotted cream and jam will also be available.

For more information phone 01458 251127 or visit www. schoolfarmmuchelney.co.uk TINTINHULL On Friday 29 March from 7.30pm at Eastfield Farm in Tintinhull go along to the next pop up restaurant ‘Butler in Buff with Canapes’.

Steve James, award winning personal chef, will be hosting the evening and creating delicious menus for you to feast on.

Enjoy an evening of fun, games, music and gorgeous men in the buff. Bring your own drinks.

Entry £25 from www.allevents. in/yeovil/butler-in-the-buffcanape-evening/80001060593850

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Please contact Helen Grady on Freephone 0808 129 3320 or drop into see us at our legal surgeries at: The Old Barn, Old Barn Way, Yeovil, BA20 2NX. Free Parking & Disabled Access. on Thursday 25 April between 11.30 a.m to 1.30 pm for a free consultation If earlier appointment required please call our helpline.

For more information phone 07909 651557. For more information, menu and to book visit www.stevejamesltd.com/ pop-ups-at-eastfield/ On Sunday 31 March from 12.30pm at Eastfield Farm in Tintinhull the pop up restaurant has a Mothers Day Roast. Steve James, award winning personal chef, will be hosting the evening and creating delicious menus for you to feast on. Canapes and three course meal £48. For more information, menu and to book visit www.stevejamesltd.com/ pop-ups-at-eastfield/ On Saturday 13 April from 7.30pm at Eastfield Farm there is an ‘Asian Fusion – Pop Up Restaurant’. Canapes plus three courses. Steve James, award winning personal chef, will be hosting the evenings and creating delicious menus for you to feast on. All evenings will be bring your own drinks. Entry £48 per person. To view the menu visit www.stevejamesltd.com For more information phone 07909 651557.

On Saturday 27 April from 7.30pm at Eastfield Farm there is an ‘American Evening – Pop Up Restaurant’. Canapes plus three courses. Steve James, award winning personal chef, will be hosting the evenings and creating delicious menus for you to feast on. All evenings will be bring your own drinks. Entry £48 per person. To view the menu visit www.stevejamesltd.com For more information phone 07909 651557.

Markets CASTLE CARY Every Tuesday at the Market House from 8.30am to 2.00pm there is a weekly market. Fruit, vegetables, bread, fish, cheese, preserves, baked goods, gluten free options, season plants and other giftware available.

marmalade and more local food.

For more information or book a table phone 01935 822202.

On Tuesday 23 April from 7.30pm at Primary School the History Group have a talk on ‘Forde Abbey’ with John Allen.

The quality of the 1530s buildings and 1650s plasterwork is some of the best in the country, said Sir Nikolaus Pevsner, and the whole package is like a jewel tucked away in remote countryside, yet near Chard! John Allen is a deeply knowledgeable raconteur, and the group may tour the actual abbey in the summer with him. There will also be a five minute AGM. Admission £3, Annual Subscription £10.

MONTACUTE On Saturday 30 March from 10.00am to 2.00pm at Montacute House the monthly Levels Best Market returns for the year.

All welcome. Free entry.

On Saturday 27 April from 10.00am to 2.00pm at Montacute House the monthly Levels Best Market returns for the year. All welcome. Free entry.

NORTON SUB HAMDON On Saturday 13 April from 11.00am at Norton Sub Hamdon Village Hall there is a Spring Jumble Sale. All usual stalls including new/nearly new - clothes, bags.

Shoes, DVD’s, CD’s, books, toys and bric a brac. Refreshments available. Proceeds to Hall Funds. For more information phone 01935 881718. Admission Adults 50p.

SOUTH PETHERTON On Saturday 13 April from 10.00am to 12.00 noon at the Methodist Church there is a Spring Sale.

Wide range of well stocked stalls.

Refreshments available. Free entry.

TEMPLECOMBE On Saturday 27 April from 2.00pm at Templecombe Village Hall there is a Jumble Sale organised by the WI. Entry 50p. Refreshments available.

MARTOCK On Saturday 13 April from 10.00am to 1.00pm at Moorlands Shopping Precinct there is a Farmers Market.

17 stalls, including Whitelake Cheese, Duncan’s cauliflower, Eggardon black pudding, Peter’s walnut loaf, Barry’s bangers, Giles coffee, David’s honey, Gina’s cakes, Brenda’s

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Quiz MISTERTON On Friday 12 April from 7.30pm at Misterton WI Hall there is a Music Quiz. Play in tables of four but all welcome – singles can be teamed up. Bring your own drink. Raising funds for Misterton Flower Guild. Tickets £7, includes supper. Pay on door but book in advance on 01460 75680.

SOMERTON On Thursday 28 March from 8.00pm at the Sports Club there is a Monthly Quiz. Teams of up to six. £1 per person. All welcome to this friendly monthly brain teaser.

renew library books from across the area. For more information visit www.librarieswest.org.uk HAM HILL On Saturday 13 April from 10.00am at Ham Hill there is a Wild Food Forage.

They will look at what is in season and what to cook with. Adults only, tickets £12 from www. southsomersetcountryside.com On Tuesday 16 April from 10.00am at Ham Hill go along to Egg Olympics. Paint and decorate your egg to take part in the egg rolling competition.

There will be an egg and spoon race too as well as an Easter egg hunt. Children £6, adults free, from www. southsomersetcountryside.com

YETMINSTER On Friday 12 April from 8.00pm at the White Hart there is a Quiz Night. Due to popular demand there will be a second quiz night each month.

Teams of up to six. Tickets £5, includes snack meal.

MARTOCK On Saturday 6 April from 7.00pm at the Parish Hall there is Charity Bingo. Eight games per book. Easter egg for a line, hamper for a house. £1.50 a book, £4 for 3 books, £7 for 6 books. All money raised goes to Breast Cancer.

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OBORNE On Sunday 31 March from 2.00pm to 4.00pm at Oborne Village Hall there is a Divine Union Soundbath.

Divine Union refers to the Therapeutic Pure Sound effect that re-balances the left and right hemispheres of the brain bringing inner calm or peace, ‘the whole-brain state’, also known as ‘the relaxation response’. Bring something comfy to lie down on and a blanket/fleece to wrap around you. Entry £12, booking in advance. To book or for more information phone 01935 389655.

SHERBORNE On Saturday 13 April from 10.30am to 4.00pm at Digby Hall Artisan Route will be holding an Open Day. They will be showing their Spring collection all of which will be available for sale on the day. You can check out their collection in advance at www. artisanroute.co.uk On Thursday 18 April from 10.00am Charterhouse Auctioneers have an ‘Asian Art Auction’. A Chinese vase, which has spent years sitting on the windowsill in full view of passers-by, has been discovered

by Charterhouse and could sell for £10,000.

Social CASTLE CARY From Monday 1 April the management of Castle Cary Community Library passes from Somerset Country Council to a Community Library partnership. A Friends of the Library Group has been set up which includes volunteers who will support the library through activities. This library is also part of Libraries West, along with 32 others, that you can borrow and

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SEAVINGTON On Saturday 20 April from 2.00pm there is an Easter Egg Hunt in St Michael’s Church and Churchyard.

Refreshments available.

SHERBORNE Every Tuesday from 10.00am to 12.00 noon at the Camelot Room, Village Hall join them for Art For Memory. This group is for people experiencing mild to moderate memory loss. Free entry. Funded by the National Lottery. Organised by ArtsLink Fizz. For more information phone 01935 815899.

Every Thursday from 2.30pm to 4.00pm at Tinney’s Lane Youth and Community Centre join in with Parkinson’s Dance.

Dance movement class for people with their partners or carers who are experiencing

the challenges of living with Parkinson’s, including those who think they have two left feet! Funded by the National Lottery. Organised by ArtsLink Fizz. Free entry. For more information phone 01935 815899.

SOMERTON On Monday 8 April from 10.45am at West Street Church Somerton Sings are meeting. Purely for fun, for all ages and abilities. Sing anything well known, songs from the shows, old English melodies, and songs from the 30’s up to date.

Visitors £1, including coffee and biscuits.

On Thursday 25 April from 8.00pm at the Sports Club there is a Monthly Quiz. Teams of up to six. £1 per person. All welcome to this friendly monthly brain teaser.

SOUTH PETHERTON On Friday 26 April from 12.00 noon to 2.00pm the Pop Up Café returns to No.7 West Street. There will be soup, cheese, preserves, cakes and a lovely spring garden.

All profits to St Margaret’s Somerset Hospice.

WINCANTON Every Thursday from 2.00pm to 4.30pm at Wincanton Memorial Hall enjoy an afternoon of Sequence Dancing. Entry £3. For more information phone 01747 851260.

YEOVIL On Sunday 7 April at Yeovil Railway Centre from 10.30am there is a Steam Train Day. Andrew Barclay 0-4-0 steam engine ‘Lord Fisher’ will be used to give train rides along the 1/3rd mile of the ex-Great Western Railway Clifton Maybank branch.

Model railway, exhibits and displays. Refreshments available.

Admission £9 Children 5-15 free.

On Sunday 21 and Monday 22 April at Yeovil Railway Centre from 10.30am there are Steam Train Days and Easter Egg Hunt.

Andrew Barclay 0-4-0 steam engine ‘Lord Fisher’ will be used to give train rides along the 1/3rd mile of the ex-Great Western Railway Clifton Maybank branch. Easter egg hunt for children to win a prize – whilst stocks last. Model railway, miniature railway, exhibits and displays. Refreshments available.

Admission £9 Children 5-15 free.

On Saturday 27 and Sunday 28 April at Yeovil Railway Centre from 10.00am there is a Model Railway Exhibition. Diesel rides from 11.00am in a historic brake van vehicle. Admission £4, Children 5-11 £1. Miniature railway for additional cost of Adults £2, Children £1.

Every Tuesday from 7.00pm to 8.30pm at Westlands Sports Centre Yeovil Table Tennis Club have a social Table Tennis Evening. Play for fun, no need to sign up. Opportunities to join the club and play competitively if desired. Entry £4.

Whist Drive every Saturday at the Holy Trinity Church Hall at 7.30pm. Enquiries 01935 862325.

Sport CHARD Every Wednesday from 6.00pm to 7.00pm at Holyrood Academy, Zembard Lane there is Walking Netball. This is a slowed down version of the game of netball, designed for anyone looking to exercise in a relaxed, supportive and friendly environment. Every session contains a gentle warm up and suitable for all ages and abilities.

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Entry £4 a session. For more information phone 07738 696362 and visit www.englandnetball. co.uk/walking-netball YEOVIL On Sunday 31 March from 9.00am at South Street it is the A-plan Insurance Yeovil Half Marathon. Closed roads around the town centre before heading along the entire length of Yeovil Country Park. The route then leaves the town on the western side to Montacute House, before returning on quiet country roads to the Town Centre finish in the Quedam Shopping Centre. For more information phone 01935 315470.

Talks BRADFORD ON AVON On Friday 26 April at 10:30am Bruton Horticultural Society have a visit to Iford Manor, Bradford on Avon. Internationally renowned, Grade 1 listed, Italianate gardens designed

by Harold Peto, who made Iford his home from 1899-1933.

Characterised by terraces, pools, statuary cloisters and remarkable rural views, the garden is an

archetype of its period and a historic design gem. The present owners have restored, and today maintain, the historic gardens and the ethos of their original designer through modern borders blended with historic plantings. Non members £7.

them in. They are the bankers to governments across Europe and, like Europe, the Goldbaums are about to break apart. Tickets £10 from www.eventbrite.co.uk or £15 which includes an post-event supper. For more information phone 01749 814 070.

BROADWAY On Tuesday 9 April from 7.30pm at Broadway Village Hall Ile Valley Flower Club have a demonstration entitled ‘Well Read Vol 11’ with Alison Finch. Guests £6.

On Monday 29 April from 7.30pm at the Community Hall there is a talk called ‘Hydrangeas’

by Sally Gregson. Sally is well known to the members of BDHS. She has run Mill Cottage Plants for over 25 years and specialises in Hydrangeas. This talk covers the different species, their growing conditions, care and propagation. She will bring plants to sell. All welcome.

BRUTON On Thursday 11 April from 7.00pm at The Chapel go along to ‘An Evening with Natasha Solomons’. New York Times bestselling author Natasha Solomons’ most recent novel was inspired by the discovery of a portrait of her family in the Frankfurt ghetto. In this illustrated talk she shows how she transforms historical research into immersive fiction. House of Gold begins in Vienna in 1911. It tells the story of the Goldbaums.

Such is their power and wealth that on dull days, it is said they hire the sun just for themselves.

They collect beautiful things: Louis XIV furniture, paintings

by Rembrandt, Da Vinci and Vermeer, and then manors, chateaux and castles to put

CASTLE CARY On Tuesday 2 April from 8.00pm at Caryford Community Hall the Somerset Wildlife Trust has a talk called ‘Somerset, Nature and Climate Change – A Positive Way Forward’ by Steve Mewes. Steve will talk about the impact of climate change, and looks at the pressures facing our local wildlife.

He will also tell us what the Trust is doing and give suggestions for how we can help wildlife face this greatest of challenges. Entry £3, Children free.

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On Thursday 4 April from 7.30pm at the Methodist School Room the Gardening Association has a talk called ‘How did cabbages and lilies get their names? By Brian Jaques. A journey through common and scientific plant names. Entry £1.

On Tuesday 16 April from 10.30am at Caryford Hall the Arts Society has a lecture entitled ‘The Remarkable Collections of Isaac and Moise de Camondo: From Constantinople to Paris and the Parc Monceau’ with Deborah Lambert. This is an extraordinary story of a family dynasty, money, art, social, behaviour,

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obsession and tragedy. For more information phone 01963 350132.

Entry £6.

COMPTON DUNDON On Monday 10 April at 7.30pm at Meadway Hall the WI have a talk called ‘New Tricks for Old Gardeners’ with Katharine Crouch. For more information phone 01458 447075.

EAST COKER On Thursday 11 April from 7.30pm at the East Coker Village Hall the Gardening Club have a demonstration called ‘Hanging Baskets’ with Caroline Bottomley and Chris Francis. Visitors £3. For more information phone 01935 862447.

HORSINGTON On Friday 5 April from 7.30pm at St John’s Church see Bishop Rob Martin with a lecture entitled ‘Beyond the Tarmac – Life as a Missionary Bishop in Northern Kenya’. Retiring collection in aid of Friends of Marsabit and St John’s Church. Marsabit is a town in the northern Marsabit County in Kenya located 170km east of the centre of the East African Rift. Serves as the capital of Marsabit County and lies southeast of the Chalbi Desert in a forested area known for its volcanoes and crater lakes and others.

ILMINSTER On Thursday 11 April from 7.30pm at the Shrubbery Hotel the Heritage of the Ile Trust have their AGM followed by a slide show presentation and talk called ‘A Walk Through Olde Ilminster – Continued’ by Jackie Bennett.

This follows on from last years very popular talk and will include more interesting facts about some of the older buildings/ places in the town. A further slideshow of old photographs will continue during the buffet.

Tickets £10, includes buffet. For more information phone 01460 52673.

LANGPORT On Monday 1 April from 7.30pm Langport History Society have their next talk in their new venue the Sixth Form Auditorium, Huish Episcopi Academy called ‘Franklin’s 1845 North West Passage Expedition’ with Jeremy Michell, Polar Relics Curator, National Maritime Museum. Refreshments available.

Non members £4. For more information phone 01458 273471.

LONG SUTTON On Saturday 6 April from 10.00am to 4.00pm at Long Sutton Village Hall the WEA have a course called ‘Great Western Railway’ with Michael Turner. The Day School will trace the history of the GWR (1833-1947), soaking up the atmosphere of a company which inspired deep loyalty from both passengers and staff. The illustrated talk will cover engineering, architecture and social history. It will also include aspects of the GWR in Somerset. Booking essential on 0300 303 3464.

For more information email wealongsutton@gmail.com MARTOCK On Tuesday 16 April from 6.45pm the Martock Gardening Society visit Brimsmore Garden Centre for a talk and discount shopping. For more information phone 01935 823366.

MELBURY OSMOND On Friday 29 March from 7.30pm at Melbury Osmond Village Hall there is a talk called ‘Carpathia: Guided by a Greater Hand’ on the rescue of the survivors from the Titanic with Eric Flounders, the former head of public relation at Cunard. Light refreshments and bar. Tickets £10. For more information phone 01935 83659.

MILBORNE PORT On Tuesday 9 April at 2.30pm at Milborne Port Village Hall the Gardening Club have a talk called ‘Developing a Cut Flower Business’ by Paul Stickland from Black Shed Cut Flowers. Entry £5. For more information phone 01963 32883.

worlds inside the Renaissance to recreate the past. Visitors £7.

On Wednesday 3 April from 3.00pm at the Digby Hall the Arts Society has a lecture called ‘Getting Under Their Skins: Finding Character and Story in Renaissance Art’ with novelist, broadcaster and critic, Sarah Dunant. How decoding of old paintings alongside the work of modern historians penetrated

NORTON SUB HAMDON On Wednesday 17 April from 7.30pm at Norton Sub Hamdon Village Hall the Crewkerne Astronomical Society have their next meeting called ‘Solar System Alphabet’ with Bob Mizon. First visit free, then £1 after, under £16’s free.

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QUEEN CAMEL On Thursday 11 April at 7.30pm at the Memorial Hall the Horticultural Society have a talk called ‘Cacti’ with Barry Reid and their AGM. Non members £2. For more information phone 01935 850673.

SEAVINGTON On Thursday 11 April from 7.30pm at the Millennium Hall the Gardening Club have a talk called ‘Cut Flower Gardening and Hand Tied Posies’ with Georgie Newbery, Common Farm Flowers. Flower arranging items and books for sale. Flower of the month competition. Visitors £2. For more information phone 01460 249728.

SHERBORNE On Wednesday 3 April from 3.00pm and 7.00pm at Digby Hall the Arts Society presents ‘Getting Under Their Skins: Finding Character and Story in Renaissance Art’ by best-selling novelist Sarah Dunant in which she shares the secrets of her trade.

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NORTH CADBURY On Wednesday 17 April from 7.30pm at North Cadbury Village Hall there is a talk called ‘Growing Fuchsias My Way’ by Peter Holloway. Non members £2.

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This year the exhibition are taking over the whole of The Parish Rooms, Somerton for the week. In addition to the annual exhibition there will be a variety of arts and crafts workshops with activities for adults and children in the Pinney Room. There will be a Flower Arranging workshop for beginners on Saturday, Messy Church on Sunday, Lego Challenge for Children on Monday, Advancement of Tattoo Techniques on Tuesday and The Perfect Scone with Val Stones, Crochet Workshop for Absolute Beginners on Wednesday, Felting Workshop for Beginners on Thursday and Up-Cycling Workshop for Beginners on Friday. Free entry to the exhibition and vote for your favourite exhibits. Tickets for activities from www.somertonartsfestival.co.uk or on 07778 006543.

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hidden worlds inside Renaissance art. Sarah has visited churches, archives, museums and art galleries all over Italy. This is the story of how the decoding of old paintings alongside the work of modern historians helped her to penetrate hidden worlds inside the Renaissance, recreating the past. If you are not a member we will welcome you as a guest of a member.

Raleigh Hall ArtsLink have an interactive and illustrated talk called ‘Stained Glass Revealed – Past and Present’ with Kate Doig. Tickets £8, includes tea and biscuits, from Sherborne TIC on 01935 815341.

On Friday 5 April from 7.00pm at the Digby Memorial Hall Sherborne Literary Society have a lecture called ‘Wilding’

by Isabella Tree. Non members £10 from Winstone’s Bookshops or Sheborne TIC.

On Friday 26 April from 10.00am to 12.00 noon at the Edgar Hall the Somerton U3A are meeting. All welcome.

On Wednesday 10 April at 6.45pm Bruton Horticultural Society have a visit to Castle Gardens with a talk and 25% discount shopping trip. Booking essential.

On Monday 11 April from 7.30pm at Digby Hall the Gardeners’ Association have their Spring Show in the Main Hall. Visitors £2. For more information phone 01963 389375.

On Tuesday 16 April from 11.00am to 2.00pm at Sherborne Museum there is a talk called ‘Those Glorious Georgians’.

Find out all about this age of elegance and time of wonders with Gordon LePard, the popular ‘Mad Victorian Scientist’ who has miraculously transformed himself into a Regency dandy.

Plenty to see, handle and to be enthralled by! A most fabulous way to kick off the Museum’s summer season. Admission free, donations welcomed.

On Wednesday 17 April from 7.30pm at Digby Memorial Church Dorset Wildlife Trust have a talk called ‘Garden for Wildlife’ with Imogen Davenport, Director of Conservation, Dorset Wildlife Trust. Imogen will be talking about all aspects of wildlife gardening and how to get involved, no matter how large or small your garden is.

Entry £2.50. For more information phone 01935 872742.

On Thursday 25 April from 7.30pm at the Catholic Church Hall there is a talk called ‘Inspirations for Spring’ with Nicky Heal. For more information phone 01963 220450.

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SOMERTON On Tuesday 2 April from 7.15pm at the Parish Rooms the WI are meeting. New members welcome.

On Monday 29 April from 7.30pm at the Parish Rooms the Green Gardeners have a talk called ‘Hedgerow Medicine’ with Helen Kearney, Medicinal Herb Farmer. Refreshments available.

Visitors £3. For more information phone 01458 272333.

On Tuesday 30 April from 2.30pm at the Parish Rooms the Friends of Somerton Library have their annual AGM. For more information phone 07778 934902.

SOUTH PETHERTON On Monday 1 April from 7.15pm at Frogmary Green Conference Centre the Arts Society Neroche have a lecture called ‘Drawn From Life: The Extraordinary Art and Life of Augustus John’ by David Haycock. Visitors £5.

a talk called ‘The Lost Islands of Somerset’ with speaker Richard Brunning. Guests £2. For more information phone 01935 477174.

On Monday 8 April from 1.30pm at the Yeovil Court Hotel the Yeovil Probus Club have a talk called ‘From Russia to Mind’.

New members welcome. For more information contact the Hon. Secretary on 01935 414765.

On Monday 15 April from 7.00pm Over Stratton Gardening Club visit Brimsmore Gardens.

Members only. For more information email somersetdays@hotmail.com

Walks CERNE ABBAS On Sunday 31 March the Dorset Ramblers have a walk in Cerne Abbas from 10.15am to 4.00pm. Long gentle uphills 6 miles. Lunch stop at The Royal Oak. For more information visit www. dorsetramblers.co.uk or phone 07590 500167.

MARTOCK On Saturday 30 March at 10.00am from the Recreation Ground there is a Charity Walk for Blind Veterans.

This scenic 10 mile walk from Martock to Kingsbury Episcopi takes in the historic villages and beautiful surrounding countryside. Suitable for all ages, families and furry friends alike. Refreshments included.

Registration and sponsorship applies. Early bird discount available. Sign up today at www.blindveterans.org.uk/getinvolved/events-calendar/marchfor-veterans-south-west MIDDLE MARSH On Sunday 28 April from 10.15am to 1.00pm from the Hunters Moon the Dorset Ramblers lead a 4.5 to 5 mile walk. Optional afternoon.

Lunch stop at the Hunter’s Moon.

For more information phone 07929 318037.

On Wednesday 24 April at 7.30pm at the Methodist Church Hall the Local History Group have a talk called ‘The History of Coal Mining in Somerset’ with Dr Nick Hall. Visitors £3. For more information email s_petherton_ history@hotmail.co.uk TEMPLECOMBE On Monday 8 April from 7.15pm at Templecombe Village Hall the WI have a talk on ‘Decluttering’ with Jennifer Matthew. If you feel in need of her advice, do come along to our friendly, lively group. For more information phone 01963 371124.

WEST CAMEL On Saturday 6 April from 7.30pm at the Davis Hall Country and Western Dance Club hosts ‘Black Steel’. Bring your own alcohol. Soft drinks, rolls, snacks available. Tickets £6. For more details 01460 78895.

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SHERBORNE Every Friday from 2.00pm starting from Waitrose Sherborne store entrance there is a Health Walk. Free, friendly walk of approximately 60 minutes around the town. Optional refreshments at the end. No need to book, just turn up! For more information phone 07825 691508.

On Monday 22 April from 2.00pm on the Abbey Green outside the entrance Explore Sherborne with Blue Badge walking guide, Cindy Chant.

Discover the amazing town by taking a leisurely stroll through over a thousand years of history. Walk will last two hours. Entry £8. Booking not needed. For more information email cindyatsherbornewalks@ gmail.com From Tuesday 23 April to Thursday 26 September from 10.30am meeting at the TIC the Explore Historic Sherborne walks programme begins with Blue Badge guide, Cindy Chant. The walk will

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For more information email cindyatsherbornewalks@gmail. com SOMERTON On Thursday 4 and Thursday 18 April from 11.30am at the Library there is a Health Walk for an hour. Wear sensible shoes and clothing.

Organised by Macmillan, The Ramblers Association and SSDC. For more information phone 01458 274631.

Every Tuesday at the Sports Centre from 6.00pm to 7.00pm join in at the weekly Walking Netball sessions. For all ages and abilities. All sessions contain a gentle warm up. No need to book. First session free then £3.50 per session.

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Generally flat with a mixture of pavement and fields in dry weather. For more details call Bryan Pearson on 01749 938191.

Get ready for Sherborne Castle Country Fair & Rare Breeds Show Bank Holiday Monday 27 May 2019

The Fair is open from 10am to 6pm and car parking is free Sherborne Castle Country Fair is held each year in the magnificent grounds of Sherborne Castle. It is one of the most popular events in the area, well established in many families’ diaries, presenting a rich programme of events, country activities, stands and entertainment including one of the largest Rare Breed Shows in the country.

For one day in early summer each year, this wonderful setting originally landscaped

by Capability Brown, is transformed into a fun-filled day out for all ages - including spectacular & exciting lakeside Dragon Boat Racing, Circus, Gundog Retriever Trials in the Deer Park, Silent Auction, Dog Shows, Scurries, main ring events, fun fair rides, archery, laser shooting, sheep shows with a great selection of activities for young and not so young. With shopping choices of locally produced food to take home or eat as a picnic (tables provided around the show ground), fashion, homeware, WIN 3 Family tickets to crafts and rural crafts.

Sherborne Castle Country Entrance prices: Adult £12.50; Children (aged 5-14) £4.00; Family Ticket £30.00 (admits 2 adults, 3 children). Discounts for tickets purchased in advance via www. sherbornecountryfair.co.uk , Sherborne TIC or a Telephone Hotline 01749 814041 Raising funds for children’s charities, the Fair is run by volunteers and always a fabulous day out. Disabled visitors can access all areas, enjoy forward parking and disabled facilities around the Fair

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Workshops BARRINGTON On Sunday 28 April from 1.30pm at Barrington Village Hall go along to ‘Dances with Shakespeare: Historical Dance Class’. Taught by friendly specialist. No experience or partner needed. Wear light loose clothes and flexible footwear.

Entry ÂŁ6, just turn up, check before first time. For more information phone 01935 472771 or email thedancingmaster@ outlook.com BRIDPORT On Sunday 14 April from 1.30pm at the Royal British Legion Hall, Victoria Grove  go along to ‘From Wolf Hall to Poldark: Historical Dance Class’.

Taught by friendly specialist. No experience or partner needed.

Wear light loose clothes and flexible footwear. Entry ÂŁ6, just turn up, check before first time. For more information phone 01935 472771 or email thedancingmaster@outlook.com CASTLE CARY On Thursday 25 April from 7.30pm at the Market House go along to ‘From Wolf Hall to Poldark: Historical Dance Class’. Taught by friendly specialist. No experience or partner needed. Wear light loose clothes and flexible footwear.

Entry ÂŁ6, just turn up, check before first time. For more information phone 01935 472771 or email thedancingmaster@ outlook.com COMBE ST NICHOLAS On Saturday 13 April from 10.00am to 1.00pm at Combe St Nicholas Village Hall go along to an ‘Easter Treat’ workshop taught by award-winning Somerset tutor Jackie Nicholls from Ashville Design. An awe-inspiring floral

table centrepiece designed to keep your guests happy while they wait for their Easter Sunday lunch. Using a posy pad, glass bowl, flowers, foliage, mini chocolate eggs and more. Entry ÂŁ25. For more information and other workshops phone 01460 67795 or visit www.ashvilledesign. co.uk On Monday 29 April from 10.00am to 1.00pm at Combe St Nicholas Village Hall there is a workshop called ‘Tulip Mania’ taught by awardwinning Somerset tutor Jackie Nicholls from Ashville Design.

This workshop reveals how to arrange your beautiful tulips and foliage in a very stylish design.

You will learn continental floral techniques and endless trade tips. A modern masterpiece made with your own fair hands, it is also a perfect gift. Entry ÂŁ22.

For more information and other workshops phone 01460 67795 or visit www.ashvilledesign.co.uk HARDINGTON On Saturday 13 April from 10.00am to 1.00pm at Hardington Village Hall the WEA have a half day course called ‘Land Ownership and Medieval Women in Somerset’. Entry ÂŁ14.

Ref: C3530180. To register phone 0300 303 3464 . All welcome. HASELBURY On Friday 29 March from 10.00am to 1.00pm at the Tithe Barn, Haselbury Mill there is a Mother’s Day Floral Workshop. Treat mum to a morning of floral fun making your own beautiful floral arrangement to take home. All materials and cream tea included. Entry £35.

For more information phone 01460 391446.

SHERBORNE On Thursday 28 March from 7.30pm at the Catholic Church Hall the Floral

Evening Group have a workshop called ‘Interpretation’ with Kay Young. For more information phone 01963 220450. On Sunday 7 April from 1.30pm to 4.30pm at Digby Memorial Hall the Sherborne Folk Band have their monthly workshop.

Workshops will be led by Hannah Cummings, who is an inspiring and experienced workshop leader, who will help you build confidence to learn and play new tunes by ear. Suitable for all levels and all acoustic instruments. Notation and audio supplied. Everyone welcome!

Admission ÂŁ10 in advance from 07527 508 277, 3 workshops for ÂŁ25 via www.sherbornefolkband. org or ÂŁ12 on the door.

On Monday 8 April from 9.30am to 3.30pm at the Digby Hall the West Country Embroiderers have a workshop called ‘Beach Huts Make Up Bag’ with tutor Anne Hellyer. New members welcome.

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TWENTIETH SEASON FOR DORSET’S AWARD-WINNING MUSIC FESTIVAL “This year’s Festival marks a celebratory milestone. A twentieth season during which we look forward to showcasing the very best of local and world-class music talent.”

Festival Chairman, John Baker A week of glorious music and performance, with around seventy percent of concerts free entry, heralds the return of award-winning Sherborne Abbey Festival from 3 -7 May (with an extra event now staged on 8 May).

Taking place at Sherborne Abbey and venues within Dorset’s historic market town, the Festival welcomes some 8000 festival-goers to thirty events: From pop-up opera, workshops, children’s shows and school concerts to world-class performances by music professionals.

Don’t miss the two new free Bank Holiday Monday events especially for children. A relaxed screening of Fantasia (U Cert) in association with Moviola, Disney’s 1940 animation set to classical music, and a Guitar Workshop for ‘Kids That Rock’ at Littlefield’s West End Hall.

Evening performances open on Friday with a sell-out concert starring solo violinist Nicola Benedetti CBE, one of the most sought-after musicians of her generation. Conducted by Leonard Elschenbroich, with Dorset’s own lead violin Ruth Rogers, and Sherborne Abbey Festival Orchestra performing Mozart’s Don Giovanni Overture, Mendelssohn’s popular violin concerto, and Beethoven’s 3rd Symphony Eroica.

On Saturday, in a collaboration with Dorset Opera Festival, a La Traviata Workshop takes place at Sherborne Girls’ brand new Performing Arts Centre. Three

opera professionals put participants through their paces, then the newlyformed chorus learns Verdi’s famous ‘Drinking Song’ and performs it at a free, outdoor-staged ‘pocket performance’ that afternoon.

As usual, stellar professional performances are interspersed with concerts given by hugely talented students of the town’s local schools, choirs and music groups, ranging from early music, madrigal and chamber music to jazz and barbershop.

Internationally-acclaimed vocal ensemble Tenebrae makes a welcome return to the Festival on the Saturday evening at Sherborne Abbey with a programme celebrating the finest exponents of 20th century English choral music, while Sunday’s Choral Evensong includes the first performance of a new anthem commissioned especially from locallyborn composer David Bednall.

For a complete change of tempo on Sunday, musical partners Claire Martin OBE and Ray Gelato (the UK’s ‘Godfather of Swing’), present an irresistible romp through the romantic classics of the Great American Songbook, joined on-stage by a lively group of musicians representing the cream of British jazz talent.

James O’Donnell, Director of Music at Westminster Abbey, is the star of Monday morning’s popular organ recital, with a

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variety of music from English and French traditions, opening with Marcel Dupré’s transcription of the brilliant Sinfonia from Bach’s Cantata 29. While later that day, Petroc Trelawny narrates ‘A Pity of War’, a concert with music by Debussy, Janácek and Elgar alongside poems and letters written by Wilfred Owen.

The Festival’s own highly-acclaimed Chorus and Sherborne Classical Players perform Mendelssohn’s well-loved choral epic – Elijah on Monday evening. Five soloists are led by bass David Soar as Elijah, who is much in demand on the concert platform with major roles in the current season at the Royal Opera House and English National Opera.

Meet presenter, actor, quiz show host, singer, adventurer and comedian Alexander Armstrong on Tuesday evening at Sherborne Abbey. A trained classical baritone, music has always been a huge love of Alexander’s and he presents a weekend radio show for Classic FM. Expect an entertaining programme from ‘A Nightingale Sang In Berkeley Square’ to ‘You Make Me Feel So Young’ and more. Guaranteed to bring the house down, with tickets from just £15.

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by Julie Haylock, Sandhurst Garden Design Boundary walls and fences mark the edge of your property and form a major part of any design scheme.

Your choice should complement the hard landscaping to create a harmonious effect, forming a back drop to your planting or a structure for climbers.

Trendy horizontal wooden fence panels used between brick walls or hedging looks striking, and using a key plant or ornament in front of a section will focus attention on a particular area.

Adding height to an existing brick wall can be done by using horizontal slats of wood secured to upright posts attached to the wall. Use a hardwood like cedar, and vary the widths of the slats to add interest.

Rendered smooth walls painted with weatherproof paint will give a different feel to an area. Using a warm colour like burnt orange will look striking, making your plant foliage zing and give a summer holiday feel to your space.

Blue is a calm colour which will make the area feel cool. Pale shades reflect light, and when used with a carefully positioned mirror, will make the area seem larger.

To update existing wooden lap larch fencing you can add a splash of paint. There are so many great colours on the market - a shade to suit everyone’s taste.

Fixing trellis to an existing wooden panel fence at intervals along the length, will give a pleasing effect.

You could paint the trellis a different colour to the fence panel to make it stand out, or add a climber like clematis ‘Alionushka’ to soften the overall look.

Have you seen the metal laser cut garden screens? These come with their own fixing posts and fittings to securely install them. To make the cut-out pattern really stand out you could paint a screen behind with a bright colour to compliment your garden scheme.

Alternatively, use them as they are to screen off an area of the garden, for example around a swimming pool or patio to give a contemporary look that is bang on trend.

Painting boundary fence panels a dark colour can seem a scary thing to do. Be brave, it will have the effect of making your fencing ‘disappear’ and the planting in front really stand out.

Brick or stone boundary walls look great but are expensive to create, if your budget will not stretch to that consider the use of willow or hazel hurdles. They look natural when used with planting and have a rustic feel. They won’t last forever though, typically 5-10 years depending on weather conditions.

On Monday 1 April 2019 at 7.30 pm I will be visiting Chilthorne Domer Gardening Club to give a talk on Garden Border Design. The Meeting is held at Chilthorne Domer Village Hall, guests welcome for a small charge!

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IMPROVE YOUR SOIL

by Mike Burks, The Gardens Group Improving your soil is often spoken about as being a good thing but why is this and what are the basic principles? Most of the local soils are clay-based, but there are also some patches of sandy and chalky soils too, but improvement of all of these can be achieved with the addition of organic matter. In recent times the use of peat as organic matter has been frowned upon and is no longer recommended, due to the environmental impact of its harvest and because there are lots of alternatives that are often bi-products of other processes. The alternatives include your own garden compost, composted farm manure and composted bark.

Dug in to a clay soil, these materials will open up the soil allowing the easier passage of water and also space for the plant roots to explore. Worms and other microorganisms start to flourish too and nutrient availability is enhanced.

In sandy soil the organic material will help create a structure as it helps bind the soil together increasing its ability to retain moisture and again improving the soil environment. The addition of such material will also open up chalky soil and make it easier to work.

Another way of incorporating soil improver is to add a thick layer of the material on top of the soil as what is termed a mulch. Over time, this will find its way into the soil as it rots down along with the help of worms and microorganisms, as well as conserving moisture over the summer, and helping control weed growth. It will also protect the soil from being damaged by the torrential rain which is a feature of recent weather patterns.

Creating your own garden compost is an important part of gardening and the more diverse the material used, the better the quality of compost that will be produced. The challenge is that quite often the compostable material that is being produced comes from a limited source, such as lots of grass clippings in the spring and early summer. This can lead to a sludge of wet material being produced. To combat this, save up some of the other material that you have including egg boxes and newspaper and add those in to break up the layers of the grass clippings. It’s then important to leave this to decompose for a decent amount of time of several months depending on how tough the material is. In an ideal world have three bins; one that is being filled, one that is composting and the third being emptied having completed the composting process.

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Fashion

Spring Fashion 2019

by Sarah Jane Lewis

(former Vogue Magazine Fashion Retail Editor) Spring/Summer fashion is a continuation of ‘bright and beautiful’ with many retro designs in wonderful textures and fabrics: Bright colours

dominate with accent on neon & citrus, particularly yellow! Ubiquitous

SHIRLEY ALLUM: Michaela Louisa dress style No. 8860, Jacket style No. 8861

stripes are still there but have been superseded by geometrical prints and floral designs. Midi skirt lengths, handkerchief hemlines, jumpsuits, crop

trousers and pretty printed tops. Something for everybody and because

of the upcoming wedding and event season, this column concentrates on excellent boutiques in the area offering special occasion wear as well as general fashion.

SHIRLEY ALLUM, HIGH ST SHAFTESBURY A fashion shop well renowned for its daytime and special occasion outfits, lingerie, hats and fascinators galore. Well worth the trip for seasonal fashion and weddings and stock sizes ranging from 10 - 28. New collections are from Mat De Misaine Sahara, Michaela Louisa (good for weddings) and Latte (Italian). Shirley Allum has also introduced popular designs

by Frank Lyman. Hats and fascinators are hand trimmed for Shirley Allum - prices £39.95 - £150. Also the shoe department is expanding daily.

For daywear, big names such as Joules, Gant & NYD jeans feature. In fact for those who prefer trousers, the shop stocks over 2,500 pairs.

Shirley Allum’s lingerie department employs professionally trained fitters and stocks a wide range from Triumph, Fantasie, Freya, Charnos, Anita and more. Bra sizing goes up to H cup and the mastectomy fittings are also catered for.

RETAIL THERAPY has five branches across the south west: two in Taunton specialising in full price Mother of Bride outfits and evening wear (Carla Ruiz, 16

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Lizabella, Ella Boo, Joseph Ribkoff and Frank Lyman) and a further three branches in Honiton, Ilminster and Castle Cary, best known for cut price designer wear.

This works as owner Jo Southcombe buys seasonal samples at half price - maybe 1000 pieces at a time which she spreads across the branches. So everything is up to date at very affordable prices. Find hats, bags and some pretty shoes in all branches.

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PREVIEW OF WINCANTON New collections this spring/summer include: Rabe - Germany’s leading knitwear and coordinates label - kind to your skin due to the exclusive use of non-wool fabric. Prices from £45.

Olsen for innovationn and style - colours for Spring are Wedgwood blue and dusky rose, navy/white with a nautical twist.

Exclusive to Preview in the area is Danish brand Micha producing a range of skirts, blouses, dresses and knitwear, sizes 10-18 prices from £45. Also, Zenia - a stylish collection from Spain, new to the UK, using combinations of different fabrics and materials - sizes 10-18.

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hat and shoes to coordinate perfectly for weddings, races, garden parties etc. Collections include Condici, Tina Taylor, Lizabella, Louis Civit, and Kate Cooper. Sizes 10-18.

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PERRI ASHBY - SHERBORNE Last year was a huge wedding and hat year due to the Royal Weddings. This year the trend continues with superslim lines and elegance. More 1950’s shapes with full, swishy skirts will also feature. Colours, as led by The Royals, will include lots of brights such as satsuma and magenta.

Silver and navy lead the way for the more classic looks. A consultation with London designer Perri Ashby, takes not only current trends, but also the setting of the wedding and your own ideas into consideration. Perri likes to design the entire outfit from top to toe. Hats and shoes can be dyed to match and the boutique has a full range of her own samples to be purchased ‘off the peg’, or altered to fit.

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DIVA, LONG ST. SHERBORNE One of the most upmarket designer shops in the area: For Spring, see strong colours, lovely pastels & contrasting neutrals. Incredible geometric designs, original prints and textured plains. Diva occasion wear this season features beautiful shift dresses, worn with tailored coats or soft floaty jerseys. Shoes & handbags offer a pop of colour or contrast to highlight the outfit. Great looks for a special occasion from Luisa Cerano, wonderful Irish designer FeeG, and contemporary label, Young Couture. Diva also has a bespoke milliner.

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For shoes, bags and accessories exclusively, there are two fantastic shops in the area:

BEHIND CLOUDS, MARKET PLACE, SOMERTON Behind Clouds is known for elegant and affordable footwear - For weddings and special events: satin sling backs with a 2.5”heel (bearable!) in navy or silver and a peep toe version with 1.5” heel (kind!) in champagne or grey approx £49 by Lunar.

Bags available to match. Block heels and wedges are popular for receptions and summer parties especially if to be worn on grass! Tamaris and Caprice have a good selection which Behind Clouds will stock in black, navy, red, yellow, dusky pink with various heel heights in either leather or suede. (£49-65) BEHIND CLOUDS

FLORENCE, CHEAP ST, SHERBORNE is a delightful small shop selling wonderful Italian merchandise - shoes and handbags which owner Carole Richet personally selects when she visits Italy regularly. Carole has also introduced some elegant linen clothing, plus pashminas, leather sandals and a selection of hobo, grab, boxy, leather handbags. For weddings and parties, clutches, pouches and crossbody bags in a range of pastel colours (lilac, blush, powder blue) but also in this season’s must colours, coral and yellow. Slingbacks, court shoes, wedged espadrilles and a wide range of ballerina flats, for comfort and elegance again in a rainbow of colours, metallics and navy.

FLORENCE: Clutch/Crossbody with tassel £59

Where to go for rare Alpaca Knitwear

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Artisan Route is a young business just over three years old, but the wealth of experience gathered over many years by Clive Webber, means there is a maturity underpinning this brand.

Open Day Event at the Digby Hall, Hound Street, Sherborne Hall from 10.30am - 4pm and showing the Spring collection all of which will be available for sale on the day.

Artisan Route specialises in rare pieces of Alpaca knitwear, exotic hand woven silk scarves and highlights its ‘Perfect Fit’ Pima Cotton tops as an example of real excellence, with an attention to fit and finish which ‘shout’ quality.

They will be delighted to welcome visitors along with their friends and families to this Open Day.

Clive has had connections with Sherborne for close to 20 years and is holding a fourth event at Digby Hall in Sherborne after once more building up such a good response last October.

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HOPPING INTO SPRING!

By Thelma Drabik, Melbury Gallery Here at Melbury Gallery the newest designs from your favourite brands have been springing onto the shop floor! This time of year is all about layering to keep off that lingering chill without becoming overly hot during those lovely bursts of sunshine . . . fingers crossed!

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We have more OSKA than ever before this season! Their latest collections were so fabulous we simply had to expand our range!

Filled with everything from easy-going dresses, tops and long jackets in crisp whites, soft blushes and zingy greens there are wardrobe staples in every colour story! These styles come with the usual high quality that has become synonymous with OSKA and they will last you year on year and for many springs to come!

Across most of our other brands we are seeing some truly inspired transitional pieces. For instance MASAI have a gorgeous raincoat covered with elegant cranes which would layer wonderfully with their tunics!

For a special occasion you simply cannot go wrong with SAHARA. Their range of dresses this season are simply stunning! With styles made from both lightweight fabrics as well as some heavier soft jersey they drape like a dream and give an extremely flattering and feminine silhouette. Pair with one of their matching jackets and you are onto an absolute outfit winner!

Of course another joyous new arrival this spring has been the restock of our Jellycat bunnies!

Just in time to wish someone a very happy Easter!

So come by the shop and treat yourself to some timeless clothing designs and pick up a little something for the younger ones (or older ones!) that won’t cause hyperactivity!

HAPPY EASTER EVERYONE!

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DISCOVER THE VIKING CRUISE DIFFERENCE….

Local TRAVEL Event

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Wednesday 8th May 2019 The Manor Hotel at 7pm

by Heather Muir, Miles Morgan Travel

We are delighted to be a main agent for Viking Ocean and River Cruises.

Their ocean cruises offer itineraries from Scandinavia and the Baltic to Australia and New Zealand. Viking ocean ships set a new standard in on-board Scandi-chic and innovative facilities. Dine in a different restaurant every night for free, with more alfresco options than any other ship of a similar size. Enjoy the privacy of your own veranda, every stateroom has one which is a fantastic added benefit. Lap up the views from the first infinity pool at sea and relax and enjoy a Nordic-style spa. We have many satisfied customers who have experienced the Viking difference on an ocean cruise and the feedback we receive is amazing.

For River Cruising they offer a river journey like no other. Their river cruises are as rich in natural beauty as they are in fascinating culture and give you a unique view of each country’s destinations taking you straight to their heart. Many of our staff have travelled on a Viking River cruise and the days are filled with exploration; new discoveries are made, along with new friends. Nights reveal cities illuminated by twinkling lights and usher in relaxed entertainment over drinks and conversation.

Viking ocean and river cruises are among our top sellers and I can certainly see why and so booking early is essential. Viking is consistently voted number one which is no surprise. On every Viking journey

– whether river or ocean – they offer remarkable value for money, with so much included in the price from return flights to on board Wi-Fi. Two different ways of seeing the world with the same high standards of service and quality on board.

Find out more about the Viking difference...

Contact us today to be added to the guest list Phone lines open until 10pm

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If you would like to find out more about what Viking have to offer, we are delighted to announce that they are joining us at The Manor House in Yeovil on Wednesday the 8 May at 7pm. This event is sure to be popular, therefore, to avoid disappointment please do call us very soon to be added to the guest list on 01935 428488 or pop in to 2 Borough Arcade, High Street, Yeovil. We look forward to hearing from you.

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SCRUBBING UP NICELY

By Samantha Mullett, So Pampered Proper exfoliation is essential for healthy, glowing skin, but overdoing it, or choosing the wrong method or product, can really damage and have reverse effects on your skin.

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Clients often ask us, “How do I get glowing skin?” Here’s what we tell them: exfoliate!

Your skin regenerates itself constantly, producing about one million skin cells every 40 minutes. As new skin cells move towards the surface, older cells harden, lose moisture and detach from the skin.

Factors like age, pollution and weather also play a massive role in dead skin cells not shedding themselves naturally, so they can often sit and compact themselves on the surface of the skin, alongside microscopic elements of dirt and pollution. Yuk! As we age, our cell turnover gets sluggish and needs a little extra help. Exfoliation accomplishes a few things at once: it reduces signs of premature ageing, decongests pores, brightens the skin, improves texture and allows other products (such as your serums and moisturisers) to penetrate more deeply, thus being more effective.

Dermalogica’s Daily Microfoliant is our go-to product for exfoliation. It’s unique rice-based powder microfoliates dulling debris (or what we call dead skin and dirt) and instantly leaves the skin noticeably smoother and brighter.

Daily Microfoliant is a white powder that you tip into wet hands and work into a creamy paste. It’s not scratchy; you can hardly feel the particles at all, so it’s gentle enough to be used every day - hence the name! This is also gentle enough to work on the most sensitive of skins!

Your exfoliation regimen is totally dependent on your individual skin needs. Our skin therapists can advise you on which products to use and how often to exfoliate. Contact us at So Pampered Beauty Salon to book your free skin consultation.

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GET OUT OF THE CAVE - PART 1.

(WHY EVERYTHING YOU THOUGHT YOU KNEW IS WRONG!)

By Peter Radford, Beyond This The ancient philosopher Plato suggested that people everywhere live most of their lives like prisoners trapped in a cave. The prisoners are confined in their viewpoint and can only see shadows on the inner wall of the cave. They believe these shadows to be real. One day a prisoner escapes, makes her way out of the cave and discovers true reality. I think this is a highly useful metaphor for our own lives and businesses. The shadows represent the assumptions we all make. The things we think are true but actually aren’t. There are three big ones:

1) Assumptions about our ability: most of us have a default blind spot about what we can do. Maybe someone belittled our efforts long ago or we tried something and it didn’t go well so we made up our minds that ‘I’m no good at that,’ or simply, ‘I can’t’. Recent research by Carol Dweck (see her book Mindset) suggests that we are all far more able than we think: the critical factor is not innate intelligence or talent but effort and practice. Others have documented the 10,000 hour rule: 10,000 hours of practice over ten years is what’s required to be world class in any complex activity.

Yet we artificially limit ourselves by our mindset - our internalised beliefs about what we can or cannot do.

2) Assumptions about our purpose: the belief that life is about getting more stuff and having more fun. In a consumeristic culture this is another default. But equally it is an unrelenting and unfulfilling pursuit. JD Rockerfeller was once asked: What makes a billionaire happy? His answer: “Just that little bit more.” If we buy into this assumption we can find ourselves on a treadmill that only gets faster..

how we are supposed to be. Based on boys and girls gift cards alone it would seem that girls are supposed to like ponies, fairies, cupcakes and pink. Boys are supposed to like dinosaurs, trucks, football and blue. We never had a choice in this. It was forced upon us. And in a myriad of other different ways we have been repeatedly told how we should be which has constrained us from simply being ourselves.

The challenge for each of us, says Plato, is to question these shadows and find the truth. When it comes to you and your business, what limitations have you placed upon yourself? Do you ever hear yourself saying, ‘we can’t do that’? Or ‘It won’t work.’ Question it: Why not? Who says?

And what about your purpose? Do you know? Is it just to make more money?

What’s the real driver? Have you discovered your WHY: A clear purpose statement around which your team can align themselves?

Finally are you doing what you’re supposed to be doing? Not what someone else says you should be doing but what really excites, motivates and enthuses you? Are you being yourself, true to your core values? That’s what will differentiate you in any market place because there is only one you. And when you are truly authentic no one can buy what you do anywhere else. Next month I’ll tell you how to get out of the cave…

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COMPUTING

WHAT DOES RETIREMENT MEAN TO YOU?

By Mark Salter, Financial Planner If I asked the talking dictionary the same question, the answer would be ‘the action or fact of leaving one’s job and ceasing work’.

Interestingly though I don’t get this same response with the people I ask. Retirement means different things to different people.

We have seen a significant change over the last 50 years in so many areas of life but retirement isn’t something we often think has changed very much. It certainly has changed, the days of working for 40 years then finishing on a Friday and waking up on a Monday morning retired, receiving your state pension and putting your slippers on is a distant memory for most.

Retirement is changing, some people still aim to be able to stop work as early as possible, other’s plan to make a slow transition into retirement and for some, they enjoy work and plan to carry on working for as long as their health allows.

Two of the key factors in all these scenarios is health and money!

Retirement and the term “financial independence” which we use more at

Fort Financial Planning are often used interchangeably. Both are achieved when you have enough savings, investment income, and/or pension income to cover your living expenses. Work becomes optional!

The amount of money each person needs is very different. Some people will be happy covering the cost of housing, food and running a car but for others when they stop work or work less, they have more time to enjoy their lives and would like to be able to visit places, treat the family and have more holidays. But for how long?

With everyone now having to wait longer for the state pension, do you use this date as your target or should you be thinking differently. At what age would you like to have more time to do the things you enjoy?

If you’d like to have more time at age 50, why not? I can’t afford it is often the answer but do you know that? What needs to happen for you to achieve this?

The answer to most of these questions can be found by having your own personal financial plan.

At Fort Financial Planning we spend time building financial plans which aim to answer these difficult questions and tell people what needs to happen for you to live the life you want. If you’re young then it will probably involve setting aside funds for your future – the earlier the better. If you’re a business owner then you might need to know how much you need to sell your business for and if you’re thinking of stopping work then you might want to know whether you have enough or how much you can afford to spend when you do stop.

If you’re interested in finding our more about financial planning and the steps involved in building a financial plan, please visit www.ffp. org.uk or contact Fort Financial Planning on 01935 813322.

HOW OLD IS OLD?

By Jimmy Flynn, Milborne Port Computers I’m not talking about you, my ageing reader; I’m talking about your computer, printer, screen or laptop! I’m often asked “My computer/laptop is slow, is it too old?” to which the answer is invariably the same … It’s too old when you wake up one morning and say to yourself, “It’s time for a change!” However, there are several considerations …

Your PC is still running at the same speed at it did when it was new, but several things are conspiring to make it appear slower. All those updates are bigger than the bits they replace so making your PC do more work, file sizes get bigger for both internet pages and pictures as the Internet gets faster, but your PC is still the same so it appears to be slower. Your PC may also have more software on it that you have installed since it was new, much of this may be running in the background thus slowing it down.

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Strangely, one thing you wouldn’t consider is “you”. As you get used to your PC you begin to anticipate what it’s going to do next and therefore you appear to be waiting for it. The longer it goes on the slower it seems …

It’s not! You’re just anticipating.

Lastly, on an older computer (3+), the hard disk bearings may be wearing causing it to operate less efficiently. The longer this goes on over the years, the worse it’ll get.

Other equipment like screens, keyboards, mice and printers just go on working until they die and there is no need to change them or replace them unless they fail or become temperamental.

change it. It doesn’t cost a fortune these days with a fair laptop at about £350 and a new desktop somewhat less than that.

Everything is transferrable; you just have to bite the bullet and do it!

There are, however, some steps you can take to make sure that your computer is working at its best …

1. Uninstall any unwanted software that may be cluttering up your system

2. Re-start it regularly if you generally keep it running all the time 3. Consider upgrading your hard disk to a new style solid-state one 4. Consider increasing the amount of memory in your PC All of the above can help if your machine really is slow and, as always, if you need help you know where to come!

Coming Up Next Month … Public WiFi and how to stay safe.

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From now to Saturday 6 April at Ilminster Arts Centre from 9.30am to 4.30pm go along to the next exhibition ‘Reflections’. A group exhibition of painting, sculpture and photography that radiates with reflected light from water, materials, the land and sky. Dazzling birds and wildlife, the shimmer of urban architecture reflected in water, busy boat yards and maritime scenes, panoramic photographs that meditate on the timeless spirit of ancient landscapes, the sublime serenity of Carrera marble and Portland stone. Artists include Sue Allen, Rob Crisp, Mike Lanigan, Anthony Lock and Philip Tonkyn.

From now to Saturday 6 April at the Gallery Cafe in the Ilminster Arts Centre from 9.30am to 4.30pm there is a solo exhibition by Terry Ward. He is a member of Neroche Artists and has painted in oils for many years, focusing on his favourite subject matter the British coast and countryside. His work has been shown in galleries across the South West, including the Royal West of England Academy in Bristol.

From Monday 8 to Saturday 27 April at the Ilminster Arts Centre from 9.30am to 4.30pm there is an exhibition called ‘Wild Landscapes’. This is a collection of paintings observing the effects of weather on wild landscapes around the UK including the Scottish islands of Orkney and Islay, and, closer to home, the rugged uplands of Dartmoor.

Painting in situ, Margaret Micklewright

records her response to being part of the landscape using ink on wet paper and oils, creating powerful and atmospheric works that are unique to that place and that particular moment.

From Monday 8 to Saturday 27 April from 9.30am to 4.30pm at the Ilminster Arts Centre there is an exhibition called ‘Telling Tales’ – An Exhibition by Stitch Textiles. Places, events, experiences and personal items all provide creative triggers that inspire our individual stories.

A rusty mark on a bridge, a letter home, a tangle of brambles in a hedgerow - these are just some of the things that provide a memory or spark the imagination. They set out to tell their tales through a rich variety of colour and texture in fabric and stitch. The artists will be in the gallery from mid-morning on Saturday 13 April to talk to visitors about their work.

From Friday 12 April to Friday 3 May at Jerram Gallery from 9.30am to 5.00pm there is a ‘Exhibition of New Work by Kate Lynch and James Meiklejohn’.

From now to Saturday 4 May from 10.00am to 5.00pm ACE Arts in Somerton have their next exhibition called ‘Course of Events’ by Barbara Karn. A celebration of movement, change and the ground beneath our feet in paintings based on the colours and textures of rocks and other collected materials. For more information phone 01458 273008. There will be an artist Q&A on Saturday 13 April from 2.00pm.

By Rachel Mowbray

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From Monday 29 April to Saturday 11 May at Ilminster Arts Centre from 9.30am to 4.30pm Greenfylde School have an exhibition. Art, while a key subject in their curriculum, is also an important way for children to develop their creative potential and see beyond ‘the image’ to the emotions and character that underpin all of their creativity. The children work in a variety of mediums and every piece is celebrated as an achievement for our pupils, recognising that there is no right and wrong in Art, only individual interpretation.

MUSIC

From Wednesday 27 March until Saturday 6 April at the Octagon Theatre in Yeovil see ‘42nd Street’. Based on the 1932 novel by Bradford Ropes, 42nd Street tells of the great director Julian Marsh and his upcoming production of the musical Pretty Lady. With a classic score of musical theatre standards including ‘We’re in the Money’ and ‘Lullaby of Broadway’, this heart-warming musical provides exceptional tap routines and classic comedy. A must see for all music and dance lovers alike! Various show times. Tickets £19.

On Friday 29 from 8.00pm at the Ilminster Arts Centre see Pete Oxley and Nick Meier and their quartet. They will be playing a very broadly based mix of music from many parts of the World, on at least six different types of guitar (last time there were ten), covering most of the styles of music that anyone might

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think of. This will be a treat for all who have a particular interest in guitar music but also for those who like to hear fascinating mixes of tunes from different cultures. Tickets £16.

On Sunday 31 at the White Hart in Yetminster at 7.00pm see ‘The Olde Boston Tea Party’. David is the mainstay of the band and has played with many well-known American bluegrass musicians who have come over to the UK. Charlie is a songwriter with two UK Country Radio Awards to his credit and seven self-penned albums, three recorded in Nashville. Mandolinist Jeremy is a familiar sight at bluegrass festivals, some of which he flies to, having built his own aeroplane! Pete was first recognised by the Moody Blues who were keen to promote his band and he has since played with many of the best-known English bluegrass bands.

On Thursday 4 April from 7.30pm at Jordans Courtyard, Horton Cross Concerts in the West presents the ‘Mēla Guitar Quartet’. Bringing the colours and textures of four classical guitars to life with a wonderfully inventive, eclectic mix of repertoire, Mela explore the art of a classical quartet to the highest level.

Programme includes Carmen Fantasy by Goss based on Bizet’s Carmen, Bacchanale by Saint-Saen, Jimi Hendrix and Handel inspired Pluck, Strum and Hammer and Brazilian works by Milhaud, Gismonti

and Assad. Tickets £15 from 01823 252658.

On Friday 5 April from 8.00pm at the Ilminster Arts Centre see the ‘Ronnie Jones Trio’ with special guest Simon Spillett. Devon-based drummer and percussionist Ronnie Jones set up his cracking four piece six years ago and on this occasion.

Simon is one of the very best Tenor players in the UK and on previous visits he has always filled the place. Tickets £16.

On Saturday 5 April from 7.30pm at the Exchange in Sturminster Newton see ‘The Counterfeit Sixties’.

Re-live the sounds of the swinging sixties, as Britain’s No. 1 tribute show brings alive the magic of the sixties, with their tribute to over twenty five bands of that era. The fantastic music of The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, The Who, The Dave Clark Five, The Kinks and The Monkees, to name but a few, all recreated in this stunning show. Tickets £18.

From Friday 5 to Sunday 7 April from 12.00 noon at Haselbury Mill Scrumpy Dubbers VW Club presents ‘Dubs at the Mill Volkswagen Festival’. Live music from D State, Dave Manning, Coda Acoustic, Raven Kings, Rexes Hollow, I.O.U’s and Jordan Lyndsay. There will be trade stalls, fine food and bars, drumming, face painting, children’s activities, puppet show, history workshop, bug

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fest interactive show and more. Day tickets £7.50, under 14’s free.

On Saturday 6 April from 7.30pm at the Dance House, North Street Concerts in the West presents the ‘Mēla Guitar Quartet’. Bringing the colours and textures of four classical guitars to life with a wonderfully inventive, eclectic mix of repertoire, Mela explore the art of a classical quartet to the highest level.

Programme includes Carmen Fantasy by Goss based on Bizet’s Carmen, Bacchanale by Saint-Saen, Jimi Hendrix and Handel inspired Pluck, Strum and Hammer and Brazilian works by Milhaud, Gismonti and Assad. Tickets £15 from concertsinthewest@gmail.com or at the TIC. On Saturday 6 April from 7.30pm at the Church of St Peter and St Paul in South Petherton the Combined Arts Society presents ‘Omega and Alpha’ by Martin Emslie.

Tickets £12, under 16’s free from N&D News and 01460 241467.

On Saturday 6 April from 8.00pm at the David Hall in South Petherton see Daoirí Farrell. A former electrician, who decided to change profession after seeing Christy Moore perform on Irish TV, Dublin-born Traditional singer and bouzouki player, Daoirí (pronounced Derry) Farrell, is described as one of most important singers to come out of Ireland in recent years.

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album, True Born Irishman, Daoirí won two prestigious BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards 2017 for Best Newcomer and Best Traditional Track, and also performed live at the awards ceremony at London’s Royal Albert Hall. In February 2018 he toured with Transatlantic Sessions and showcased at the Folk Alliance in Kansas in the same month. Tickets £16.

On Sunday 7 April from 7.30pm at the Octagon Theatre in Yeovil see the Military Wives Choir perform.

They have continued to grow popular since their formation.

Tickets £15.

On Monday 8 and Tuesday 9 April from 7.30pm at the Octagon Theatre in Yeovil see ‘New Jersey Nights’. This is a spectacular celebration of the music of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons and takes the audience on a nostalgic musical journey. Tickets £28.

On Saturday 12 April from 7.30pm at the Octagon Theatre in Yeovil see ‘The Black Dyke Band’. They are the most recorded band in the world with over 350 recordings and growing every year. It is also the most successful contesting band in the world having won the European Championships thirteen times, the British Open no fewer than 30 times and the National Championships of Great Britain 23 times. Tickets £24.

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Theatre in Yeovil see ‘The Unravelling Wilburys’. They are a tribute to ‘The Traveling Wilburys’ and their rock legend members. Just when they were about to make it to the big time, this band of good ol’ boys from Nashville, Tennessee had a whole bunch of songs (allegedly) stolen by Roy Orbison, Jeff Lynne, George Harrison, Bob Dylan and Tom Petty, under the late 80s ‘supergroup’ pseudonym ‘The Traveling Wilburys’. Tickets £21.

On Saturday 13 April at 7.30pm at the David Hall in South Petherton see ‘Jackie Oates – The Joy of Living’.

Jackie Oates is synonymous with the reinvigoration of English Folk. Her mellifluous voice, plaintive fiddle and tantalizing approach to Traditional songs gained her several BBC Folk Awards in a career that’s seen her perform as a member of the nascent Unthanks, collaborate with Alasdair Roberts and Belinda O’Hooley and release six acclaimed solo albums. An inventive and enthralling artist - who else can say they have been immortalised as a Lush cosmetic, featured on Lauren Laverne’s 6 Music show and appeared in Midsomer Murders? Tickets £16.

On Saturday 13 April from 7.30pm at the Millennium Hall in Seavington the Taunton Deane Male Voice Choir will perform a Springtime Evening of light music and popular songs. There will be something to suit everybody plus solo spots performed by an accordionist and a

talented young singer. Bar and raffle. Tickets £9 from the Community Store or 01460 929605. Proceeds in aid of improvements to Seavington Community Store.

On Saturday 13 April from 7.30pm at the Exchange in Sturminster Newton see Jimmy Jemain. Jimmy is the Official UK No.1 Cliff Richard Tribute. Jimmy Jemain looks like Cliff, sings like him, walks like him and talks like him. It really is quite extraordinary, people cannot believe that it is not actually Sir Cliff Richard himself performing! Tickets £16.50.

On Friday 19 April from 8.00pm at the Ilminster Arts Centre see the ‘New Orleans Heat’. Led by pianist Barry Grummet, this seven piece band travels extensively over the UK and Europe, playing old style New Orleans jazz.

They recreate the music of the crescent city, be it a stomp, blues, hymn, spiritual or pop song of the day, in the style of the late greats of the New Orleans era, Bunk Johnson, George Lewis and Kid Thomas. Tickets £15.

On Wednesday 24 April from 7.30pm at the Octagon Theatre in Yeovil see ‘A Festival of Song’. Choirs from across the county join together for an evening of fantastic music and enchanting songs. The evening aims to demonstrate the range of different choirs in the region from schools choirs, to those who are on the path to careers in the

performing arts and those who sing for fun. Featuring the Octagon Choir, Preston Primary School Choir, Holy Trinity Primary School, Gillingham Primary School Ash & Martock Primary Schools, Castaway Theatre Group and many more.

Tickets £12.

On Thursday 25 April from 2.00pm at the Exchange in Sturminster Newton see ‘Sentimental Journey’ with Neil Sands. This is guaranteed to have you singing along from start to finish with over 60 all-time favourite songs that have been the time lines of our lives. This feel good afternoon is mixed with stunning voices, dazzling costumes, tons of good old fashioned fun, and a truly unique atmosphere that will brighten any day. Tickets £8.

On Thursday 25 April from 7.30pm at the Octagon Theatre in Yeovil ‘Back to Bacharach’ are proud to present the very best of Burt Bacharach celebrating ‘The

Hitmaker’ behind one of the greatest American songbooks of the 20th Century. Join the audience in a masterclass in melody and great feel good songs with West End vocalists and the amazing musicianship of the Magic Moments Orchestra. Tickets £23.50.

On Friday 26 April from 7.00pm at Thornford Village Hall enjoy Ceilidh’s Comet Barn Dance Band, plus special guest Bonny Sartin. Ceilidh’s Comet play traditional barn dance music from the UK and Europe, creating a lively and fun atmosphere with accordion, fiddles and acoustic guitar. The band includes a friendly dance ‘caller’ to talk you through each move so that everyone can join in, even with no ceilidh dancing experience.

Trio Fremsley formed by three multi-instrumentalists to explore the rich diversity of traditional music found in continental Europe and beyond. Expect to hear polska, zweifacher, bouree and tunes from the Klezmer

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tradition with some of the improvisatory flair of jazz on piano accordion, clarinet, hurdy-gurdy, bass, octave mandolin and acoustic guitar. Bonny Sartin is well known and loved, performing professionally with The Yetties since the 1960s with a knack for engaging story and audience participation. Funds raised by the evening provide courses run by local health and social care specialists Simply Training for local family carers in Dementia, Autism and Mental Health Awareness. Raffle prize donations very welcome, either on the night or collect in advance. Bar available. Tickets Adults £7.50, under 16’s £2 from www.CeilidhsComet.co.uk cheques payable to BearCat Collective at Silverthorne Farm, Milborne Wick DT9 4PW (please include names and dietary requirements). Tickets on the door £9.

having amassed 23 Top 40 hit singles.

Tickets £21.

bass and Steve Brown with his drum kit.

Tickets £17.

On Friday 26 April at 8.00pm at the David Hall in South Petherton see ‘Flook’. flutes of Brian Finnegan and Sarah Allen, the guitar of Ed Boyd and the bodhran of John Joe Kelly weave and spin traditionally-rooted tunes into the breathtaking sound of the ground-breaking band, Flook. This group possesses a rare blend of fiery technical brilliance, delicate ensemble interaction and a bold, adventurous musical imagination. There is no shortage of virtuosity amongst the members of Flook, but the unique impact of this Anglo-Irish band stems from the wholly intuitive, almost symbiotic, exchange between the various flutes, frets and skins. Tickets £17.

On Saturday 27 April from 7.30pm at the Octagon Theatre in Yeovil see ‘Rat Pack: Live’. They were the definition of cool during their Fifties and Sixties Vegas heyday; Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and Sammy Davis Jnr. Rat Pack Live invites you to be part of the gang and features all the patter and razzamatazz of their infamous live shows. Tickets £24.50.

On Friday 26 April from 7.30pm at the Octagon Theatre in Yeovil see ‘Showaddywaddy’. They have long been established as Europe’s most successful ever exponents of retro-inspired rock and roll. The record simply speaks for itself

On Friday 26 April from 8.00pm at the Ilminster Arts Centre see the ‘Nikki Iles Trio’. A quintet chock full of top talent, featuring Karen Sharp and Stan Sulzmann, two of the UK’s top tenor sax players, along with Dave Green on

On Saturday 27 April from 7.30pm at All Saints’ Church in Martock, Yeovil Concert Band will be performing. They have 16 brass and 19 woodwind instrumentalists plus a percussionist and plays a wide range of music, including songs from stage shows and films, marches, folk music, classical suites, tributes to classical and popular composers. Admission £8 on 01935 829576 or £9 on the door.

On Sunday 28 April from 7.30pm at the Octagon Theatre in Yeovil see violin soloist Tamsin Little performing works by Mozart, Shostakovitch, Haydn and more.

Tickets £23.50.

On Monday 29 April from 7.30pm the Sherborne Girls Arts Centre invites you to renowned Sherborne Old Girl and violinist, Ruth Rogers. The concert will feature iconic violin music by Kreisler, Massenet, Elgar, Chopin and Fauré performed by Ruth and accompanied by Viv Mclean on the piano. Proceeds to the new Arts Centre Appeal. Refreshments in interval. The Arts Centre is a transformational project that comprises a new music school, concert hall, drama school and multifunctional social space, which will benefit the girls, staff and local community for generations to come.

Tickets £15 from www.sherborne.com/ events For more information phone 01935 818320.

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On Tuesday 30 April from 7.30pm at the Octagon Theatre in Yeovil see the electrifying new dance-circus from Motionhouse. ‘Charge 2019’ is inspired by the role of electricity in the human body and this exhilarating multi-media is about energy. Tickets £15.50, Children £12.

beginnings of music hall in the song and supper rooms of the 1840s, through to its 1890s heyday with the likes of Marie Lloyd and Champagne Charlie, onto wartime jingoism and the cross-dressing Vesta Tilley of the Great War. Directed by Jan Hunt of The Good Old Days. Tickets £12, Students £5 from Harrimans Menswear.

PERFORMANCE

On Friday 12 at 7.00pm and Saturday 13 April at 2.00pm and 7.00pm at Charlton Horethorne Village Hall the Youth Theatre presents ‘What A Knight’. This year’s production sees the hilarious antics of a failed knight and a brave non conformist princess, helped by their trusted dragon, save Camelot from the evil Black Knight and his dastardly guards. They sing and dance their way comically through medieval England delivering hysterical one liners and even help Merlin to find Excalibur along the way. All performed by young people aged between 8 and 18. Now in its 11th year. The Youth Theatre is busy rehearsing and goes from strength to strength with new members every year and a number of original members returning to head up the leadership team. The purpose of the group is to learn the skills of performance whilst meeting new people. Tickets Adults £6, under 16’s £3 from the Village Shop on 01963 220236 or chytheatre@gmail.com

On Friday 29 March from 7.30pm at Norton Sub Hamdon Village Hall TakeArt presents ‘Isla’ by Spanish circs company, D’Click. Isla (Spanish for Island) tells the story of three shipwrecked characters who find themselves alone and dependent upon each other. Using their amazing physical circus skills, they overcome unbelievable and death defying situations. Based on a work of movement and body, D’click bring to life an entrancing story, incorporate the most typical tools of the circus, such as acrobatics and the Chinese pole. Isla reminds us of the subtle barrier that exists between physical theatre and dance; circus and risk, magic and dreams. Tickets £10, under 16’s £6 from the Village Shop or 01935 881227.

On Saturday 30 from 7.30pm at Yeovil College Main Hall go along to ‘Casson and Friends: Choreocracy’. A fun, interactive dance show that puts the audience in control of the performance.

Choreocracy is part of Petherton Arts Trust’s programme of events specifically for youngsters. Ticket prices have been subsidised thanks to a generous donation from customers at the Co-op in South Petherton. Tickets £10.

On Friday 4 April from 7.30pm the Exchange in Sturminster Newton welcome back Rhodri Miles in his new one man show ‘Shylock’. Is Shylock the Jewish moneylender from The Merchant of Venice a villain or victim? Gareth Armstrong’s award winning solo play confronts these stereotypes through the eyes of his only friend and the only other Jewish man in the whole of Shakespeare Tubal. Celebrating the richness of Shakespeare’s language and conjuring up a whole cast of characters, this dazzling, moving, often hilarious play is a fascinating exploration of Shylock and his people. Tickets £12.

On Friday 5 April from 8.00pm at the Warehouse Theatre in Ilminster see ‘Now Here’s A Funny Story’. In a modern cabaret format, this is a jaunty romp through the golden age of music hall, often delving into its dark underbelly.

Performed by experienced music hall artists, Tommy Parsons and Airlie Scott, it is a musical journey from the very

On Friday 12 April from 8.00pm at Ilminster Arts Centre enjoy Gluck’s opera ‘Orfeo and Euridice’ presented

by Grassroots Opera, founded by Chloe and Anna Marie. This is a new company of young professional singers, passionate about bringing opera to rural locations. Orfeo ed Euridice, with its plot originating in Greek mythology, focuses upon the grief of Orfeo at the loss of his wife Euridice, and his journey into the underworld when given by Amore (the personification of love) one last chance to retrieve her from eternal bliss. Tickets £16.

From Monday 15 to Thursday 18 April from 7.30pm the Octagon Theatre in Yeovil host ‘Allo Allo’ by Jeremy Lloyd and David Croft. This amateur production of ‘Allo ‘Allo is presented by special arrangement with Samuel French Ltd. Following their hugely successful 2017 production of The Vicar of Dibley, Project Play are delighted to return with yet another side splitting classic. Tickets £16.

On Thursday 25 April from 8.00pm at Westlands Entertainment Venue in Yeovil go along to ‘Laughing Boy Comedy Show’. Proud to only book bills that they would pay to see themselves the promoters of Laughing Boy enjoy mixing

a show with well-known faces and those fresh faced young guns. Renowned for their stirling line-ups Laughing Boy promoters Danny Julian and Flo Collins love the buzz when punters come away from a gig with a new favourite comic that they hadn’t heard of prior to the show. As well as the shock factor when best-selling comics pop down and surprise the crowd. Tickets £9.

CHILDREN

On Saturday 30 March from 10.00am at Wincanton Library go along to SavourFlavour Storytime. Free event for adults and children hosted by the Library Friends.

On Saturday 6 April from 10.30am to 4.00pm at Barrington Court there is a Springtime Nature Trail. Follow their nature-themed trail for intrepid outdoor explorers and learn more about how we care for Barrington’s outdoor spaces and wildlife.

On Tuesday 9 April at 11.00am at Yeovil Country Park there is a Spring Trail. This is a self led trail that takes 45 minutes to complete. No need to book. Pick up a trail sheet from Ninesprings Café. On the way keep an eye out for signs of spring and hidden letter so you can complete the secret word to collect an Easter prize.

Children £2, under 2’s free.

On Wednesday 10 April from 10.00am to 12.00 noon at Yeovil Country Park go along to ‘Woodland Explorers’. They may go on a sensory stroll to explore the spring scented woodlands and whispering wildlife. They will do some minibest hunting and may learn some bushcraft skills. Hot drinks and campfire snacks will be provided. Family friendly.

Please wear clothing suitable for a morning outside playing and getting muddy. Booking essential. Children £5, must be accompanied by an adult, from www.southsomersetcountryside.com On Wednesday 10 April from 11.00am at Wincanton Library Beth Webb, author of the ‘Fleabag’ books, will be telling stories for children aged 7-11. Please book your free space at the Library desk or phone 01963 32173 or email winlib@ somerset.gov.uk On Wednesday 10 April from 1.30pm to 3.30pm at Yeovil Country Park there is Children’s Spring Photography. Join the rangers for a spring adventure and how learn how to take exciting spring photos at Ninesprings. No need for own camera. Bring your own memory card if you want to take photos home.

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of photos. Suitable for accompanied children aged 6-12. Booking essential.

Entry £7 per child, adults free, from www. southsomersetcountryside.com On Friday 19 April from 11.00am to 3.00pm at the Toy Barn there is a Good Friday Easter Egg Hunt. Children should come in fancy dress, no theme so let your imagination run wild and there will be a prize for best dressed. As well as the traditional quest for Easter eggs, your child can play on the climbing frames, swings, trampolines and Wendy houses in their orchard display and play area. Doodles café will be serving refreshments. There will be an egg hunt every hour. Please specify which hunt your child will take part in when booking your tickets. Please arrive 15 minutes before the hunt begins. Tickets £7.50 per child, free adult entry, available from www.toy-barn.co.uk or 01935 815040. We cannot guarantee space if you arrive at the Toy Barn without a ticket.

From Friday 19 to Monday 22 April from 11.00am to 4.00pm at Barrington Court there is a Cadbury Easter Egg Hunt.

On Tuesday 23 April from 12.00 noon to 4.00pm at Barrington Court there is a Willow Weaving Workshop. Join their volunteer, Carol, for a special workshop.

Fun for all the family.

On Tuesday 30 April from 11.00am at Yeovil Country Park go along to ‘Woodland Storytelling for Preschool Children’. Explore the meadows and woods and listen to woodland stories as you follow the paths through the trees.

Join in with games and a craft activity. We go along rough and bumpy tracks and up steep slopes, pushchairs are welcome if they can manage the terrain. Booking essential. Children £3, adults free, from www.southsomersetcountryside.com

OTHER

On Wednesday 3 April it is the Spring Opening of ‘The Pottery’ in Shepton Beauchamp. The pottery kitchen is open Wednesday to Saturday 10.00am to 4.00pm serving lunch, tea, coffee and refreshments. Dennis Chinaworks is open Monday to Saturday 10.00am to 4.00pm.

Vintage class and book shop, Museum of Children’s China, is open Monday to Saturday 10.00am to 4.00pm. For more information phone 01460 240622 or visit www.dennischinaworks.com On Friday 5 April at 7.30pm the David Hall in South Petherton hosts ‘An evening with Jacqui Gavin and Isobel Sheldon’. Jacqui Gavin is an inspiring public speaker, leading transgender role model and the D&I Lead for the Department of International Trade.

Jacqui began raising awareness of transgender issues as elected deputy chair of Grampian Gender Group and has been fundamental in the promotion of transgender issues throughout HM Government. She has most recently joined the Cabinet Office as a Diversity and Inclusive Culture Manager.

Jacqui’s partner, Isobel Sheldon, is an accomplished engineer who has links with the motor manufacturing industry.

Izz has experienced life challenges that would send most people bonkers; however, she is made of sterner stuff and

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has inner strength that no doubt you will learn about on the night. Tickets £10.

On Wednesday 10 April from 7.30pm at the Octagon Theatre in Yeovil see Simon Yates present his ‘My Mountain Life’ tour.

Simon is one of the most accomplished exploratory mountaineers of all time. He is best known for his role in the harrowing expedition to the Andes documented in Joe Simpson’s bestseller ‘Touching The Void’. Following that experience in Peru, Simon has been increasingly drawn to places where few others have trod. This illustrated lecture features spectacular images and film of the most remote and rarely explored mountain ranges of the world from the Arctic to the Antarctic and Alaska to Central Asia. Tickets £15.

On Friday 26 April from 7.30pm at the Exchange in Sturminster Newton go along to ‘Casino Royale, Bond Night’.

Get dressed up and party like 007 at their unique themed bond party. On arrival you will be welcomed with a cocktail and a ‘fun casino’ (no money involved) will be open allowing you to play blackjack and roulette for prizes.

Canapés will be served by waiting staff offering a selection to suit all tastes and dietary requirements. Later in the evening live band Stone Groove will play a mix of Bond themes and dance floor fillers. Tickets £35.

On Sunday 28 April from 7.30pm at the David Hall there is an Acoustic Night. All styles and forms of performance, not just music. If you wish to perform email folk@ chriswatts.org

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A STAR IS BORN (15)

In this new and fourth take on the iconic love story, four-time Oscar nominee Bradley Cooper makes his directorial debut, and also stars alongside multiple award-winning, Oscar-nominated music superstar Lady Gaga in her first leading role in a major motion picture. Cooper portrays seasoned musician Jackson Maine, who discovers and falls in love with struggling artist Ally. She has given up on her dream to become a successful singer, until she meets Jack, who immediately sees her natural talent. In addition to playing Ally, Gaga performs original songs in the film with Cooper, which they wrote with a handful of artists, including Lukas Nelson, Jason Isbell and Mark Ronson. The music is original and all vocals for the movie were recorded live during filming.

SHOWING AT Castle Cary in Tuesday 30 April, Caryford Hall, 7.30pm, Tickets £5 from the Market House or £6 on the door.

ALL IS TRUE (12A)

The year is 1613, Shakespeare is acknowledged as the greatest writer of the age, but disaster strikes when his renowned Globe Theatre burns to the ground. Devastated, Shakespeare returns to Stratford, where he must face a troubled past and a neglected family.

SHOWING AT Yeovil on Thursday 4 at 11.00am and Monday 15 April at 6.30pm, Westlands Entertainment Venue, Tickets £10

CAN YOU EVER FORGIVE ME? (15)

When Lee Israel falls out of step with current tastes, she turns her art form to deception. Starring Melissa McCarthy.

SHOWING AT Yeovil on Thursday 11 April, Westlands Entertainment Venue, 2.30pm. Tickets £10

THE WIFE Wednesday 10 April 7.30pm 15 Digby Church Hall, Digby Road, Sherborne

Tickets £6 in advance from Sherborne Tourist Information Centre 01935 815341 or on the door if available

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AROUND THE TOWNS AND VILLAGES

FANTASTIC BEASTS - THE CRIMES OF GRINDELWALD (12A)

In an effort to thwart Grindelwald’s plans of raising pure-blood wizards to rule over all non-magical beings, Albus Dumbledore enlists his former student Newt Scamander, who agrees to help, though he’s unaware of the dangers that lie ahead. Lines are drawn as love and loyalty are tested, even among the truest friends and family, in an increasingly divided wizarding world.

SHOWING AT Corton Denham on Wednesday 3 April, Queens Arms, 7.30pm, Tickets £15 includes main meal & drink. Booking essential on 01963 220317.

HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON: THE HIDDEN WORLD (PG)

Now chief and ruler of Berk alongside Astrid, Hiccup has created a gloriously chaotic dragon utopia. When the sudden appearance of a female Light Fury coincides with the darkest threat their village has ever faced. Andrew Clover is a massive Dragon fan, and an acclaimed writer and comedian. He writes the hit Rory Branagan books, wrote the Dad Rules column in Sunday Times Style. As a special treat, he will do a 60 minute workshop before the film, showing kids how they could write their own stories that could fly round the world. Suitable for children aged 5-12 years old. Afterwards you will be invited to buy a signed copy of Rory Branagan And The Deadly Dinner Lady.

This event is brought to you by Where West Begins.

SHOWING AT Yeovil on Monday 8 April, Westlands Entertainment Venue, 2.30pm. Tickets £10

IF BEALE STREET COULD TALK (15)

In early 1970’s Harlem, Tish, a nineteenyear old girl, is in love with a young sculptor, Fonny, the father of her unborn child. When Fonny is falsely accused of rape and imprisoned, Tish and their families race to clear his name before the baby is born.

SHOWING AT Yeovil on Monday 1 April, Westlands Entertainment Venue, 2.30pm & 6.30pm, Tickets £10

IN BETWEEN (15)

This explores the life styles and problems of three flat sharing women in Tel Aviv, all outsiders – a Palestinian, a Christian and a Muslim.

SHOWING AT Yeovil on Wednesday 17 April, Swan Theatre, 7.30pm. Guests £5. 01935 421905

KING OF THIEVES (15)

The incredible true story of the spectacular Hatton Garden diamond heist, the biggest and most daring in British history, carried out by a group of OAP career criminals.

The stellar cast includes Sir Michael Caine, Jim Broadbent, Ray Winstone, Michael Gambon, Tom Courtenay and Charlie Cox. SHOWING AT Cerne Abbas on Monday 29 April, Village Hall, 7.30pm, Tickets £5 from Marion on 01300 341375

LEGO MOVIE 2 (U)

It has been five years since everything was awesome and the citizens are facing a huge new threat: Lego Duplo invaders from outer space, wrecking everything faster than they can rebuild.

SHOWING AT Yeovil on Monday 15 at 2.30pm and Thursday 18 April at 11.00am, Westlands Entertainment Venue, 6.30pm. Tickets £14

LOVELESS (15)

Still living under the same roof, the Moscow couple of Boris and Zhenya is in the terrible final stages of a bitter divorce.

Under those circumstances, as both have already found new partners, the insults pour down like rain in this toxic familial battle zone, always pivoting around the irresolvable and urgent matter of Alyosha’s custody, their 12-year-old only son. Unheard, unloved, and above all, unwanted, the introverted and unhappy boy feels that he is an intolerable burden, however, what his parents don’t know is that he can hear every single word. As a result, when Boris and Zhenya finally realize that Alyosha has been missing for nearly two days, it is already too late. But is this a simple case of a runaway teenager?

SHOWING AT Ilminster on Saturday 6 April, Warehouse Theatre, 7.45pm, Guests donation.

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MAMMA MIA: HERE WE GO AGAIN (PG)

Set five years after the events of Mamma Mia! past and present intertwine as a pregnant Sophie is busy re-launching her mother’s taverna while husband Sky is away in New York. Flashbacks transport us back in time to learn how the Dynamos came into being and how Young Donna met Sophie’s three putative fathers. Starring Amanda Seyfried, Dominic Cooper and Lily James.

SHOWING AT South Petherton on Saturday 27 April, David Hall, 8.00pm, Tickets £10. Film and food evening. Fancy dress optional.

Book in advance.

MARY POPPINS RETURNS (U)

Now an adult with three children, bank teller Michael Banks learns that his house will be repossessed in five days unless he can pay back a loan. His only hope is to find a missing certificate that shows proof of valuable shares that his father left him years earlier. Just as all seems lost, Michael and his sister receive the surprise of a lifetime when Mary Poppins the beloved nanny from their childhood who arrives to save the day and take the Banks family on a magical, fun-filled adventure. Starring Emily Blunt and Ben Wishaw.

SHOWING AT Sturminster Newton on Thursday 18 April, The Exchange, 7.00pm, Tickets £5.

MARY, QUEEN OF SCOTS (15)

Mary Stuart’s attempt to overthrow her cousin Elizabeth I, Queen of England, finds her condemned to years of imprisonment before facing execution. Starring Gemma Chan and Saoirse Ronan.

SHOWING AT Yeovil on Friday 29 March, Westlands Entertainment Venue, 3.00pm & 6.30pm, Tickets £10.

ON THE BASIS OF SEX (12A)

This is inspired by the true story of a young Ruth Bader Ginsburg – then a struggling attorney and new mother – who faces adversity and numerous obstacles in her fight for equal rights throughout her career.

SHOWING AT Yeovil on Thursday 4 at 6.30pm and Monday 29 April at 2.30pm and 6.30pm, Westlands Entertainment Venue, Tickets £10

PETERLOO (12A)

On August 16 1819 a crowd of peaceful demonstrators gathered in St Peter’s Field, Manchester, to demand the reform of parliamentary representation. The end of the Napoleonic Wars had ushered in a period of chronic unemployment and severe deprivation. The government, terrified at the prospect of widespread social unrest, ordered first the Manchester and Salford Yeomanry and then the 15th Hussars to charge into the crowd of demonstrators with drawn sabres. Many were killed and hundreds more were injured, sparking a nationwide outcry but also prompting further government suppression. The Peterloo Massacre was a defining moment in British democracy which also played a significant role in the founding of The Guardian newspaper.

Mike Leigh’s stirring account of the incident stars Rory Kinnear and Maxine Peake.

SHOWING AT Milborne Port on Friday 12 April, Village Hall, 7.30pm, Tickets from Wayne the Butcher from 1 February, £5.50 on the door.

STAN AND OLLIE (PG)

The heart warming story of what would become the pair’s triumphant farewell tour.

With their golden era long behind them, the pair embark on a variety hall tour of Britain and Ireland. Despite the pressures of a hectic schedule, and with the support of their wives Lucille and Ida – a formidable double act in their own right – the pair’s love of performing, as well as for each other, endures as they secure their place in the hearts of their adoring public.

SHOWING AT Kingsbury Episcopi on Thursday 4 April, Community Centre, 7.30pm, Tickets £5 from 01935 823298.

Leigh on Monday 8 April, Village Hall, 7.30pm, Tickets £6 from 01935 872323.

South Petherton on Friday 12 April, David Hall, 8.00pm, Tickets £5.

West Camel on Friday 26 April, Village Hall, 7.30pm, Admission £5 on the door.

Halstock on Saturday 27 April, Village Hall, 7.30pm, Tickets £6 from the Village Shop or on the door.

Martock on Saturday 27 April, Parish Hall, 7.30pm, Tickets £5.50 from Martock News or Martock Gallery or £6 on the door.

SWIMMING WITH MEN (12A)

A man who is suffering a mid-life crisis finds new meaning in his life as part of an allmale, middle-aged, amateur synchronised swimming team.

SHOWING AT Sturminster Newton on Thursday 25 April, The Exchange, 7.00pm, Tickets £5.

THE AFTERMATH (15)

Post World War II, a British colonel and his wife are assigned to live in Hamburg during the post-war reconstruction, but tensions arise with the German who previously owned the house.

SHOWING AT Yeovil on Monday 8 at 6.30pm, Thursday 11 at 11.00am and Monday 29 April at 11.00am, Westlands Entertainment Venue. Tickets £10

THE BOOKSHOP (PG)

Florence Green is a free-spirited widow in 1950s England. Moving on from the death of her husband, she puts grief behind her and risks everything to open up a bookshop – the first in a sleepy seaside town. Facing considerable local opposition, most notably from wannabe doyenne of the arts scene Mrs Gamart, Florence finds a kindred spirit in Mr Brundish, himself sick of the town’s stale atmosphere. When Florence refuses to bend to Gamart’s will, they begin to struggle not just for the bookshop but for the very heart and soul of the town. Starring Emily Mortimer, Bill Nighy and Patricia Clarkson.

SHOWING AT West Coker on Friday 12 April, Commemoration Hall, 7.15pm. Tickets £5 on 01935 863176 or on the door.

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MOVIES

THE GIRL IN THE SPIDERS WEB (15)

THE MORE YOU IGNORE (15)

THE KING AND I (U)

THE OLD MAN AND THE GUN (12A)

In Stockholm, Sweden, vigilante hacker Lisbeth Salander is hired by computer programmer Frans Balder to retrieve Firefall, a program capable of accessing the world’s nuclear codes that he developed for the National Security Agency, as Balder believes it is too dangerous to exist.

Lisbeth successfully retrieves Firefall from the NSA’s servers, attracting the attention of agent Edwin Needham, but is unable to unlock it, and the program is later stolen from her by mercenaries led by Jan Holtser, who also attempt to kill Lisbeth. When she doesn’t attend their scheduled rendezvous, Balder mistakenly believes Lisbeth decided to keep Firefall for herself and contacts Gabrielle Grane, the deputy director of the Swedish Security Service who moves Balder and his young son August to a safe-house. Meanwhile, Needham tracks the unauthorized login to Stockholm and arrives to seek Lisbeth and Firefall.

SHOWING AT Corton Denham on Wednesday 17 April, Queens Arms, 7.30pm, Tickets £15 includes main meal & drink. Booking essential on 01963 220317.

The multi-award winning and critically acclaimed Lincoln Center Theater’s production of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s The King And I comes to cinemas in this unmissable event recorded live from the London Palladium.

SHOWING AT Yeovil on Thursday 11 April, Westlands Entertainment Venue, 6.30pm. Tickets £14

Based on Jo Brand’s critically acclaimed novel of the same name, The More You Ignore Me is a warm, comedy drama focusing on the life of an unconventional family in 1980s rural England. The film focuses on Gina, a young mother, whose efforts to be a loving mother and wife are undermined by her declining mental health. Things deteriorate when she develops an obsession with the local weatherman, which leads to an admission to the nearby psychiatric hospital. Over the years, as she grows up, her daughter Alice struggles to relate to her heavily medicated mum, and causes chaos when she comes up with a plan to reconnect with her, which divides the family forever and leads to a moving climax. Set to the songs of The Smiths, the film provides a sometimes stark, yet comical insight into life within this quirky household, whilst addressing mental health issues and their impact on the family.

SHOWING AT Hardington Mandeville on Friday 12 April, Village Hall, Tickets £5 from Springfield Stores on 01935 862363 or £6 on the door.

Based on the true story of Forrest Tucker, from his audacious escape from San Quentin at the age of 70 to an unprecedented string of heists that confounded authorities and enchanted the public. Wrapped up in the pursuit are detective John Hunt, who becomes captivated with Forrest’s commitment to his craft, and a woman, who loves him in spite of his chosen profession.

SHOWING AT Odcombe on Monday 8 April, Village Hall, 8.00pm, Tickets £5 from 07934 737104 or £6 on the door.

THE WIFE (15)

After nearly forty years of marriage, Joan and Joe Castleman are complements.

Where Joe is casual, Joan is elegant.

Where Joe is vain, Joan is self-effacing.

And where Joe enjoys his very public role as Great American Novelist, Joan pours her considerable intellect, grace, charm, and diplomacy into the private role of Great Man’s Wife. Joe is about to be awarded the Nobel Prize for his acclaimed and prolific body of work. His literary star has blazed since he and Joan first met in the late 1950s. The Wife interweaves the story of the couple’s youthful passion and ambition with a portrait of a marriage, thirty-plus years later–a lifetime’s shared compromises, secrets, betrayals, and mutual love.

SHOWING AT Sherborne on Wednesday 10 April, Digby Memorial Hall, 7.30pm, Tickets £6 from Sherborne TIC, 01935 815341 or on the door.

Hinton St George on Saturday 13 April, Village Hall, 7.30pm, Tickets £5 in advance from Personal Services Store and Dorothy’s Tearoom or £5.50 on the door.

Somerton on Saturday 13 April, Parish Rooms, 7.30pm, Tickets £6 from Cobbs, Brunel Precinct or on the door.

Ditcheat on Thursday 18 April, Memorial Village Hall, 7.30pm. Tickets £5 from Maryland Farm Shop or 01749 860444.

WESTERN (12)

Despite the title Griesbach’s film is set in Eastern Europe with German builders in rural Bulgaria working on a hydroelectric project. Two culturally specific masculinities. It is not long before prejudices and suspicions arise.

SHOWING AT Yeovil on Wednesday 3 April, Swan Theatre, 7.30pm. Guests £5. 01935 421905

WIDOWS (15)

Follows the story of four women with nothing in common except a debt left behind by their dead husbands’ criminal activities. Set in contemporary Chicago, amid a time of turmoil, tensions build when Veronica, Alice, Linda and Belle take their fate into their own hands and conspire to forge a future on their own terms. Starring Liam Neeson.

SHOWING AT Martock on Saturday 30 March, Parish Hall, 7.30pm, Tickets £5.50 from Martock News or Martock Gallery or £6 on the door.

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Music Gigs

A MUSICAL NOTE!

All Music Gigs are FREE entry unless mentioned.

By Ryan Leese, Manager of Waterloo Music We’ve been making some big changes in store over the last month, Waterloo Music has been undergoing a refresh and customers are loving the new layout.

all ears!

Why so many? Well the popularity of uke playing continues to grow, with festivals and clubs like Yeovil Ukulele Club being a great success, fueling the demand for these lovely little and easy to play instruments.

A Musical Note!

After four years of being housed up on the first floor, we’ve brought our acoustic guitars and other folk instruments downstairs into a new acoustic department.

Many didn’t realise that we even had a first floor show room, so are delighted to discover the full range of guitars and ukuleles we stock. We’ve also installed a dedicated guitar repairs counter as we’re finding that demand for our services is increasing.

MUSIC GIGS

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‘Duality’ – Sax and Guitar Duo, The Old Pound Inn, Langport, 8.30pm ‘Snappa’, Covers 50’s-present, Chicago Rock Café, Yeovil, 9.00pm ‘Grouvecat’, Acoustic Rock, The George Hotel, Castle Cary, 8.00pm ‘D-State’, Covers 70’s-present, The Great Lyde, Yeovil, 9.00pm ‘Bad Edukation’, Classic Rock, The Westminster, Yeovil, 9.00pm ‘Bowie Fashion’ Tribute Band, The Arrow, Yeovil, 9.00pm ‘One Tree Hill’, Acoustic, The Old Barn Club, Yeovil, 9.00pm ‘Unknown Identity’, Covers & Original, Merriott Social Club, 9.15pm ‘Jackdaw’, Classic Rock, The Bell Inn, Yeovil, 9.30pm ‘Wrecking Ball’, Country Rock, The Foresters Arms, East Coker, 3.30pm

APRIL

Why not call in and take a

By Ryan Leese, Manager of Waterloo Music 5 Jacque Gavin and Isobel Sheldon - An Evening With...’, David Hall, look at our new acoustic department, have a chat with our friendly staff, all musicians themselves, they can help all your playing related queries as well as accessories, repairs and teaching.

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South Petherton, 7.30pm ‘Daoiri Farrell’, David Hall, South Petherton, 8.00pm, £16 ‘Loose Connections’, Various Covers, Yeovil Labour Club, 8.30pm ‘Leeanne’, Covers 50’s-present, Crewkerne Conservative Club, 8.30pm ‘Powercut’, Acoustic/Electric/Rock/Pop, White Hart, Sherborne, 9.00pm ‘Silverback’, Rock Covers, The Westminster, Yeovil, 9.00pm ‘John De Barra’, Covers 60’s-present, The King William Inn, Crewkerne, 9.00pm ‘Grouvecat’, Acoustic Rock, The Old Barn Club, Yeovil, 9.00pm ‘Chill’, 60’s-90’s Covers, Stoke Sub Hamdon Working Mens Club, 9.00pm ‘Rude Awakening’, Various Covers, The Great Lyde, Yeovil, 9.30pm ‘The Paul Salvage Show’, The Bell Inn, Yeovil, 9.30pm ‘Ross Kirk’, Rock Covers, The Foresters Arms, East Coker, 3.30pm ‘The Axxeman Greg Winters’, Yeovil Labour Club, 4.00pm ‘Harmony Singing Workshop with Jackie Oates’. David Hall, South Petherton, 3.30pm, £7 ‘If I Can Dream Elvis Band’, Yeovil Labour Club, 7.00pm, £5 ‘The Hawkmen and Palooka 5 Album Launch Party’, The Old Ship Inn, Dorchester, £8 adv, £10 on door ‘Boxing AJ’, The Bell Inn, Yeovil, 7.30pm ‘Jackie Oates: The Joy of Living’, David Hall, South Petherton, 8.00pm, £16 ‘Marnie’, Acoustic Covers & Originals, Frogmary Green Farm, South Petherton, 10.00am ‘Big Mama’s Banned’, Yeovil Labour Club, 8.30pm ‘K’fuffle’, Rock/Pop, The Tippling Philosopher, Milborne Port, 9.00pm ‘One Tree Hill’, Acoustic, The Old Barn Club, Yeovil, 9.00pm Simon Gee’, Various, The King William Inn, Crewkerne, 9.00pm ‘Loose Rock’, Indie Pop/Rock, The Bell Inn, Yeovil, 9.30pm ‘Far 2 Much Stuff’, Country Pop, Stoke Sub Hamdon Working Mens Club, 9.30pm ‘The Foo Fakers’, Tribute Band, The Arrow, Yeovil, 9.00pm ‘Flook’, David Hall, South Petherton, 8.00pm, £17 ‘Transporters’, Rock/Pop Covers, The Old Pound Inn, Langport, 8.45pm ‘The Dissenters Bluesband’, Rock/Blues, Fleur De Lis, Stoke Sub Hamdon, 9.00pm ‘David 9 Lunas’, Original Acoustic, The Gallery Bar, Castle Cary, 9.00pm ‘Jackdaw’, Classic Rock, Coopers Mill, Yeovil, 9.00pm ‘Sweet Black Angels Trio’, The Railway Hotel, Yeovil, 9.00pm ‘Soulville Express’, Soul Funk/Disco, The Bell Inn, Yeovil, 9.00pm ‘Bad Edukation’, Classic Rock, Half Moon Inn, Stoke Sub Hamdon, 9.15pm ‘Acoustic Night’, David Hall, South Petherton, 7.30pm

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LIFESTYLE

INSPIRATIONS FOR THE CURIOUS SHOPPER

By Dawn Woodward, The Emporium, Yeovil

It’s fair to say that we had a really busy month in March with so much going on in our shop and café.We had several brand new shops launch within The Emporium, bringing new shopping experiences to Yeovil.

Firstly, the brilliant Laura Lou Lou’s Vintage Boutique of Glastonbury has opened a second store in The Emporium.

Specializing in vintage fashion and accessories, there are some amazing outfits to be viewed in this gem of a shop as well as up-cycled original furnishings.

‘The Look’ is a brand new shop, opened in The Emporium by Mike and Terri, whom many of you will know as they are also proprietors of The Mad Hatter joke shop in Yeovil. This is a new, second venture for them and their range of quirky homewares and furniture is not to be missed. ‘The Look’ can be found on our first floor.

Two other shops have taken the step to double in size and in doing so have expanded our range of ladies fashion accessories. The wonderful Fire & Ice continues to tempt us with an incredible range of fashion and accessories. On top of this, local designers of luxury leather goods ‘Goja’ have launched a large department within The Emporium, filled with their own collection of high end leather bags, purses, glasses cases, key rings, earrings and other leather accessories.

Shed is a new shop selling a huge range of gorgeous faux flowers, vases and rustic accessories.

Our new show-room based on our vision of a Cocktail Lounge is now complete, customers are loving the antique theme!

Filled with Victorian sofas and chairs longue, walls bedecked with gilt mirrors and dressed with opulent antiques, this area is really quite a spectacle. Although everything in the room is for sale, it does make a great place to sit, chat and enjoy.

And if all of that proves too much for you, visit us for some great home cooked food, cakes, drinks and cocktails in The Emporium Cafe.

Do come and see us soon, there’s nowhere else quite like The Emporium.

The Emporium, 39 Princes Street, Yeovil, BA201EG. Tel 01935 411378 www.theemporiumyeovil.co.uk

Bringing some lovely colourful flowers into the front of our shop, The Potting

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Antiques & Collectables

ANTIQUES

This section covers local sales, auctions, antiques fairs and events in the area with advice from dealers and experts on different topics. If you are interested in this and have some items to sell or run an antique or restoration business then do contact us for our next issue.

AUCTIONS, FAIRS AND SALES On 26 April, Dukes in Dorchester will be holding its Spring Fine Art sale. Dukes will also be continuing with its General Sales and is holding an Avenue Auction featuring Toys & Collectables, Vintage Clothing & Accessories on Tuesday 9 April 2019 at 10.30am. Please note viewing is every Saturday prior to sale from 9.30am12.00noon and on every Monday prior to sale - 9.00am-7.00pm as well as on

the morning of the auction day from 9.00am.

One for motor heads or keen cyclists maybe, on 26 March Lawrence’s Auction house in Crewkerne has a sale covering Motoring Literature, Automobilia and Historic Cycling.

General Sales take place on Wednesdays 27 March, 3 April, 10 April (plus decorative antiques), 17

and 24 April. On 9 April it’s the turn of Silver and Vertu, and then on 11 April there is Jewellery, 19th/20th Century Design & Ceramics. The following day, 12 April, it’s the turn of Pictures, Furniture, Clocks and Rugs. All sales start at 9.30am and viewing is from the Tuesday before the sale from 9am to 7pm. For more information call 01460 73041.

Cornish Artist Comes to Charterhouse A group of paintings by Fred Yates are estimated to sell for thousands of pounds when they go under the Charterhouse hammer in its auction on 17 April.

“Fred Yates is one of Cornwall’s most loved artists of the late 20th and early 21st centuries,” commented Richard Bromell.

“He was a self-taught artist who liked to paint with bold colours and loose brush strokes painting almost exclusively outdoors.”

Fred Yates is often referred to as Fowey’s happy Lowry. Born in 1922 he died in 2008 having served with the Grenadier Guards during the Second World War. After the war he lived in Manchester where he painted very much in the style of Laurence Stephen Lowry, although he strove for recognition in his own right.

By 1970 he was living as an artist in Fowey, Cornwall. Painting scenes of local village life, clifftops and beach scenes his paintings are today in museums and private collection not only in the UK but also in America, Canada and France.

Yates Village land in Winter £2000-3000

The pictures being sold by Charterhouse were bought by a West Country collector over the past 20 years. They include scenes of Cornish village life and the pretty harbours.

Charterhouse is now accepting further entries for this April two day auction of pictures, books and sporting items on Thursday 17 and Asian Art & antiques on Friday 18 April. They are also accepting entries for their April auctions of classic & vintage cars followed by classic and vintage motorcycles in June.

TOP PRICES PAID FOR OLD TOYS - any condition

We are always keen to buy antique silver and old Sheffield plate at current prices Please telephone or call into the shop 38 CHEAP STREET, SHERBORNE DORSET DT9 3PX

01935 816828

Yates Coastal Town Scene £1000-1500

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enquiries@henrywillis.co.uk

www.henrywillis.co.uk

Trains, cars and lorries, soldiers, etc Britains, Dinky, Corgi, Hornby, Meccano, Tri-ang, etc

01935 816072 (07527 074343) Pastimes of Sherborne, 3 Westbury (in front of the Abbey)

CLOCK REPAIRS

ANTIQUE AND MODERN CLOCK REPAIRS

Long Case Clocks a speciality Free pick up and delivery 40 years experience

01935 477582

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BOOKS

BOOK REVIEW By Wayne, Book Review,

By Wayne,Winstones Winstones

8, Cheap Street, Sherborne, Dorset. DTP 3PX 01935 816 128 winstonebooks1@gmail.com www.winstonebooks.co.uk

Join us for a Talk and Signing with BBC Songs of Praise presenter Pamela Rhodes.

Venue: Butterfly Room, Castle Gardens.

Tickets £5 from Winstone’s Saturday, 25 May 7:00 PM Pam Rhodes, author presenter for the BBC’s Songs Join us for a Talk and Signing withand BBC Songs of Praise presenter Pamela Rhodes.

has aButterfly new Room, bookCastle outGardens. in April, Arthur’s Venue: TicketsIn £5 from Winstone’sGarden: path, down memory lane.

of Praise, Up the garden

Saturday, 25 May 7:00 PM

Pam Rhodes, author and presenter for the BBC’s Songs The book is a heart-warming collection of songs and poems, of Praise, has a new book out in April, In Arthur's Garden: the garden path, down memory lane. advice and tit bits about theUpglorious, ordinary, English garden - told through the life The of book Pam’s Uncle Arthur.

This is a gardening is a heart-warming collection of songs and poems, advice and tit bits about the glorious, ordinary, book, with a story. Covering the life of an ordinary English English garden - told through the life of Pam’s Uncle Arthur.

This is a gardening book, with a book story. Covering family from 1906 to the present, this beautiful about the the life of an ordinary English family from 1906 to the quintessential Englishpresent, garden is a captivating and heart-warming this beautiful book about the quintessential English garden is a captivating and heart-warming read. read.

“As I stand at my kitchen sink and look across at what “As I stand at my kitchen sink and across we we optimistically calllook our herb garden, toat onewhat side I see an old wooden sign on which are carved the words ‘Arthur’s Garden’. Arthur doesn’t live

optimistically call our herb garden, to one side I see an old wooden sign on which are carved the words ‘Arthur’s Garden’.

Arthur doesn’t live here. My wonderful great-uncle died nearly thirty years ago having spent most of his long life in the Victorian

terraced house in which his mother had brought up eleven children. The sign had stood in the garden there for decades, a gift to the man who’d always cherished that small patch of Kent, creating a riot of glorious colour which lit up the row of long, narrow strips that tumbled down to a line of back gates from which you could look across the lane to the local coal yard below.”

Pam Rhodes is best known as the familiar face of BBC Television’s SONGS OF PRAISE, interviewing people as varied as The Pope and Dolly Parton. She’s also popular as a radio presenter, from PAUSE FOR THOUGHT on Radio 2, to her own Premier Radio programme HEARTS AND HYMNS. A mum and a grandmum, Pam lives with her husband in Bedfordshire where she runs a cat sanctuary.

The Forager’s Calendar

By John Wright £16.99

From the River Cottage forager: a seasonal guide to Nature’s wild harvest Look out of your window, walk down a country path or go to the beach in Great Britain, and you are sure to see many wild species that you can take home and eat. From dandelions in spring to sloe berries in autumn, via wild garlic, samphire, chanterelles and even grasshoppers, our countryside is full of edible delights in any season.

Dorset resident, John Wright is the country’s foremost expert in foraging and brings decades of experience, including as forager at the River Cottage, to this seasonal guide.

Month by month, he shows us what species can be found and where, how to identify them, and how to store, use and cook them. You’ll learn the stories behind the Latin names, the best way to tap a Birch tree, and how to fry an ant, make rosehip syrup and cook a hop omelette.

Fully illustrated throughout, with tips on kit, conservation advice and what to avoid, this is an indispensable guide for everyone interested in wild food, whether you want to

explore the great outdoors, or are happiest foraging from your armchair.

John Wright (@johnmushroom) is a naturalist, forager, and one of Great Britain’s leading experts on fungi.

His previous books include A Natural History of the Hedgerow (Profile) and The Naming of the Shrew: A Curious History of Latin Names. He regularly runs foraging courses in Dorset and beyond.

Praise for A Natural History of the Hedgerow: ‘A beautifully presented field guide.’ (Robbie Millen The Times) ‘This illustrated survey is historically detailed, enriched by the author’s deep knowledge of British landscapes and natural history.’ (Guardian)

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Food & Drink

FOOD & DRINK

SPICED APPLE CRUMBLE TART RECIPE

X m with BBC Songs of

By Jane Bond, New Farm Restaurant

METHOD

Prep: 15 min

In a bowl combine the crumble mix using fingertips until a light breadcrumb texture is achieved, do not overwork or the crumble will be too solid.

Praise presenter Pam

Gardens. Tickets £5 Serves 6 (the from Winstone’s

Cook: 1 hr 15 min

ela Rhodes.

same ingredients can be used to make 4 smaller individual tarts) (can be adapted for Vegans)

INGREDIENTS

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• 50g soft pitted prunes, chopped “As I stand at my kitc hen k and look oss at what we optimistically cal • sin Zest of 1 acr lemon l our herb garden, to one side I see arved the words ‘Ar thur’s• GaJuice of 1 lemon rden’. Arthur doesn’ t live • 3 tbsp. unrefined caster sugar • 60ml Somerset Cider Brandy

FOR THE CRUMBLE TOPPING • 200g plain flour • 100g butter (use dairy free spread if for vegan) • 75g unrefined caster sugar • ½ tsp ground cinnamon

Heat the oven to 180C (170C fan)/375F Use a little melted butter or dairy free spread to grease the base and sides of a 26cm x 4cm tart tin with a removable base.

In a medium bowl, toss all the filling ingredients.

Line the tin with the puff pastry; fill evenly with the apple mix, top with crumble mix Put the tin on an oven tray and bake for an hour and 15 minutes, turning once halfway, until well browned and, if it colours too quickly, turn down the heat to 170C (160C fan)/350F halfway through baking. Remove from oven, immediately release and remove the sides of the tin and carefully slide the tart on to a platter. Delicious served with custard or ice cream! Reduce cooking time if making smaller individual tarts.

If you don’t fancy cooking, book in at New Farm Restaurant.

Bring a copy of The Conduit and you get 10% off! Visit: www. newfarmrestaurant.co.uk or telephone 01460 240584.

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FOOD & DRINK

THE BLOOD OF CHRIST

By Camilla Wood, Owner/MD The Somerset Wine Company This month sees the marking of the religious festival of Easter, a celebration of the resurrection of Jesus Christ following his crucifixion. The histories of wine and religion are inextricably linked: the Bible is littered with references and advice for wine consumption (“Drink a little wine for thy stomach’s sake” 1 Timothy 5:23, “Wine is a mocker, strong drink a brawler, And whoever is intoxicated by it is not wise.” Proverbs 20:1) So, whatever your individual creed, it got me thinking about the significance of wine for Christians and pondering those wines with religious connotations. Blue Nun and Dom Perignon notwithstanding, the most obvious connection is the use of wine during Holy Communion as the Sacrament.

The holy wine industry is centred in California as, in some kind of masochistic fervour, early missionaries to the area chose one of the worst grape varieties they could find to make their sacramental wine. The Mission grape (so named in North America as it was brought over by Spanish missionaries in the 16th century) is also known as Criolla Chica in Argentina and Pais in Chile where it is used for making bulk wine and is widely grown in Peru for Pisco production. It was the first vitis vinfera grape variety to be exported to the New World from the Old, where it was originally grown in Spain, known as Listan Prieto in the region of Castilla-La Mancha.

Resistant to drought, it is a reasonably low-quality grape variety, with low acid, high sugar, weak colour and high yields which result in wines of little concentration and interest. However, Mission does redeem itself in a style of sweet wine fortified with brandy called Angelica, in a neat continuation of the religious theme.

How does a wine become holy you might wonder? Well, it is just a wine until it is chosen and blessed by the resident Priest of the diocese, but the Vatican gives strict instructions as to the composition of said wine. It has to be made naturally, “from the fruit of the grape, pure and incorrupt”, “not mixed with other substances,” though a “small quantity of water” is mixed in during the celebration. It’s also important the wine hasn’t turned into vinegar or soured, and “it is altogether forbidden to use wine of doubtful authenticity or provenance.”

So what about wines with strong religious names or connotations?

Well, the wine industry has the religious communities to thank for its success. In the 12th century Cistercian monks developed the land around the Cote d’Or escarpment in Burgundy, planting vineyards and building stone walls around them. Clos Vougeot is one of the biggest and most highly revered Grand Crus in the region, producing some might say ethereal wines which offer religious experiences in the drinking thereof! Monasteries throughout Europe were the major producers of wine through to the 19th century - identified on many wine labels by names such as Abbaye de Fontfroide and Kloster Erberbach.

Dom Perignon, the most famous of all wine-making brothers, was a cellar master at the Benedictine abbey at Hautvillers in the mid 17th century and is largely credited with pioneering the production of méthode champenoise wines. He mastered the art of blending both black and whites grapes to produce a clear juice and successfully induced a secondary fermentation in bottle to retain the bubbles.

He also introduced cork closures for the bottles and thicker glass to withstand the pressure within: a perfect embodiment of the synthesis of religion, art and science.

closures for the bottles and thicker glass to withstand the pressure within: a perfect embodiment of the synthesis of religion,and art and science. culture has forever been intertwined.

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apocryphal story is that a 14th century friar from the province of Siena would use the leftover wine from the Mass to cure the sick.

The healing miracles which ensued gave rise to the wine being denoted as ‘santo’ or holy.

Finally, let’s not forget the biblical connotations associated with the names of various sizes of wine bottles: from Nebuchadezzar to Balthazar to Salmanazar to Melchior - all were Biblical kings and prophets of ancient Israel, Judah, Assyria and Babylon. No one really knows why they were chosen to represent large format wine bottles, but the 17th and 18th centuries were more religious times and wine has long been a vital part of our history and daily lives.

Perhaps therefore it should be no surprise that the bottle names are connected to the Bible. As Ecclesiastes (9:7) enthusiastically instructs us “Go, eat your bread with joy, drink your wine with a merry heart, for God has already approved what you do.” Happy Easter!

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By Peter Luscombe BVSc MRCVS, Newton Clarke Partnership Euthanasia is a big decision.

We are responsible for the animal during its lifetime, and we are also responsible during the time of illness and death. It is natural to feel guilty when considering euthanasia.

when the time comes. As a veterinary surgeon I can offer my advice based on my medical knowledge and offer an opinion, but as I have already said there is not necessarily a right or wrong answer.

Many owners quietly hope that when the time comes, their pet will pass away peacefully in their sleep. This very rarely happens because animals sharing our homes are not living naturally; we feed them, shelter them and provide them with healthcare which prevents a natural death. This does leave us having to make a decision when the time is right to say goodbye. I believe this is our final responsibility for our pets and the last thing we owe them.

When trying to assess quality of life, I often suggest owners consider whether their pets are living or just existing. It may help to consider a life worth living against a life not worth living. Afterwards the regret I hear most often is “I waited too long”.

Because making a decision to put a pet to sleep is likely in the future, I think it is wise to give some thought to what is an acceptable quality of life before it is a question we are forced to make in real life.

There is no right or wrong answer, only our best judgement. A veterinary examination, and follow up tests can help us make a diagnosis and offer a prognosis, but cannot dictate when it is time to say goodbye. With any terminally ill animal we must also consider the quality of life.

As an owner, you are best placed to make the decision

When I have an appointment to perform euthanasia, more than anything else I do as a veterinary surgeon I feel this is a personal service rather than a clinical procedure. I must retain my focus on the animal, but also work with the human family to get the outcome for the pet that we all wish for. As an owner you need to consider whether you would like this to happen at the clinic or request a house visit, which we are happy to arrange. Many of my clients request a familiar face to perform the euthanasia.

You also need to consider whether you would like to stay when it happens.

No matter how you think about it, I believe you will know when the time is right to say goodbye. The difficulty is the feeling of guilt that comes with it. What we mustn’t forget is that the decision is taken with love.

AT THE SIGN OF THE KING OF PRUSSIA

By Barry Brock

Next time you walk down Newland, Sherborne - see if you can you spot the property that was once used as a publick House and known by the Sign of the King of Prussia. Truth is, there’s no way of telling that it was once a pub, but for about 15 years in the eighteenth century, this was the name of the property now called Newland House.

Fortunately the deeds of Newland House were preserved from 1736 through to 1880.

One of them, a lease of 1763, names Abraham Prankerd as the innkeeper of the King of Prussia.

Abraham and his wife, Armonal (or Amy) had five children, before Abraham died in May 1767, to be followed shortly after by Amy. Two children had predeceased them, but left behind was a three-year old son and two daughters - the daughters not being baptised until after the death of their parents. What had happened to Amy - had she died giving birth to twins? And what had happened to Abraham? There was an influenza epidemic that year, but a contemporary observer said: It is a little fever of which scarcely anybody dies.

Was Abraham the exception?

Impossible to say after such a length of time, but a tragedy for this little family and the last we hear of the King of Prussia as a Sherborne inn.

So who was the King of Prussia?

He was Frederick the Great, and his courage and military genius during the Seven Years

War endeared him to the English people. Rather than erect statues to their heroes, the English were much more likely to paint their portraits on alehouse signs - as well as the Newland inn, a King of Prussia appeared in Thornford at the same time.

But the alehouse could change its allegiance, and often did.

Admiral Vernon was made famous by his capture of the Spanish colonial fortress of Porto Bello, and this caused his portrait to dangle before many an inn - it was said for several years that Vernon had helped sell the ale and porter of England. As the colours of the Admiral’s uniform faded on the signboards, then so did his popularity - he was replaced by the Duke of Cumberland, a new hero after his victory at the battle of Culloden.

The Duke remained popular until he gave way to the rising fame of the King of Prussia. No Briton could view Frederick’s portrait without a peculiar sensation of veneration and of thirst, and he was to remain something of a favourite until 1914, when war with Germany put a stop to that.

The King of Prussia in Fowey, Cornwall remains, but is thought to be named after John Carter, the notorious smuggler of Prussia Cove.

My thanks to Sue Detain for her painting of the inn. Copies of my Newland House (the King of Prussia) booklet are on sale in the Sherborne Museum shop, £8.50.

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HEALTH & WELLBEING

KEEPING THE YOUNG ONES MOVING!

PAST LIVES – FACT OR PHOOEY?

by Gemma Hesketh – Oxley Sports Centre

Do you believe you may have lived before, not just once but possibly many times in many bodies? Or perhaps you’re someone who firmly believes that we live out our life and when we die, it’s game over?

You may have heard of Past Life Regression Therapy (PLR), but have no idea what it means or how it can be helpful. In this article, I’m going to invite you to let me tell you more about it, because, in my experience, exploring our ‘past’ lives is a valuable way to gain information about events, relationships and patterns of behaviour that may be affecting our current life.

Firstly, it’s important to know that you do not need to believe in reincarnation for PLR to be an extremely valuable form of healing therapy. In hypnosis (a focused state of awareness), information is sourced from the subconscious mind which you can accept as ‘real’ or regard it simply as a metaphor. Using a simple form of words and a process of visualisation, you are guided by the therapist to access a ‘past life’ that may be the root cause of a problem you are having in ‘this life’. Let’s say for example that you have an irrational fear of deep water.

In hypnosis, your subconscious mind may present you with an experience of being a sailor falling overboard from a ship into deep water and being unable to swim. The therapist can then say something along the lines of: ‘Now you know that your fear of deep water is from the past, your subconscious mind now fully accepts that you need never be afraid of being in deep water again, so you can now swim and float comfortably in water, whether it be deep or

shallow, feeling safe, secure and confident at all times.’

Your subconscious will readily accept this new information, because it has no concept of time, so believes everything happens in the present moment.

Nor does it separate fact from fiction, so whether it is a ‘real’ past life experience or an imaginary one, the subconscious mind will happily make the necessary changes, as long as it believes that it is in your interest for it to do so!

A question I am often asked is: ‘Just supposing I experience something traumatic in a ‘past life’, will it be painful and will it leave me further traumatised?’ The answer to both is a resounding no! You may experience some very brief emotional discomfort, but you will walk away feeling much lighter and more peaceful than when you arrived.

There is no limit to the emotional or physiological issues that we can work on together. Irrational fears or phobias, challenging relationships, weight or alcohol problems, to name but a few – all can be safely explored and often healed. In the safe and comfortable environment of my therapy room, you can allow your subconscious mind to present you with stories that will help you make sense of your problem and then let it go. If you’d like to know more about the benefits of PLR, please do give me a call on 01963 371 695, and remember to mention The Conduit to take advantage of a £15 discount on your first session of PLR or Hypnotherapy with me.

We all know how important it is for adults to keep fit and exercise regularly for our health, happiness and well being but what about our kids?

Being Springtime I think it’s the perfect time to make sure our little ones are also keeping fit and staying active. It’s the perfect time of year of year to get out and enjoy the great outdoors.

Whether you’re walking the kids to school, taking them to the park or maybe even heading down to the beach for the day.

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NHS guidelines for physical activity in children and young people between the ages of 5 and 18 years old propose they should be doing least 60 minutes of moderate physical activity every day. The recommendation is that all children should avoid a sedentary lifestyle or sitting for long periods of time.

Getting this level of activity is fine during the school term as they have two short breaks; morning and afternoon with a longer lunch break.

When I was at school, during our play time we would race around playing tag and cartwheeling across the fields. Add to that a choice to walk to school in the morning and afternoon, P.E lessons and a couple of clubs a week and it suggests they are getting the 60 minutes a day they need.

It is however, very difficult to get this level of activity during the holidays, Mum tagging Dad quickly as they pass off to work and making sure that someone is there to look after the little ones. Nowadays there are lots of different options available to the community. There are plenty of local clubs for them to join during the school holidays. You can choose morning activities, a full day or the whole week whichever suits you best. This way you know they are going to get the vigorous levels of exercise that they need whilst having a great time and making new friends. Before you know it you’ve got a well rounded plan, leaving you free to work safe in the knowledge that your children are having fun and feeling energised.

At Oxley Sports Centre we offer holiday activities throughout the school holidays. Our activities include hamsterballs, snorkeling and kayaking in the swimming pool, multi sports, arts and crafts, stage school, volleyball & super science days to name but a few. With the best will in the world it’s hard to give children that level of fun and activity at home, so come on give it a try, let your little ones enjoy the adventure.

Whether you’re looking for Children’s Holiday Activities, ongoing classes like Kid’s Zumba, Boogie Bounce, climbing or a family membership that gives you a chance to keep fit together, please call Oxley Sports Centre on 01935 818277 or visit our website www.oxleysc.com/. We look forward to seeing you soon.

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Sherborne Sports Centre Sports Centre Social benefits: Exercise increases endorphins, which are the brain’s feel-good transmitters, so Flexibility and Strength: Because officers introduced it to guests of the So it’s Monday evening and you don’t badminton great at Well helping reduce stressDuke andofanxiety. importantly it there is fun get toand reaching areand a lot you of swinging Beaufort atMore his stately home knowiswhat to do. from 7-8pm come movements your flexibility and muscle ‘Badminton’ in Gloucestershire, England along to the Sports Centre and try our interact Social with Badminton. other people, something we are all becoming less and less strength good at. will improve. When delivering it became popular. Badminton was Whether you have thatwhere played it before or whether you just fancy giving it a go, we cater for all abilities.

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Physical fitness: You can burn 450 calories per hour by running, lunging, diving and jumping. All these require short bursts of power, which give you a HIIT style workout that is now proving very beneficial in training programs.

Reflexes and speed: Badminton will increase your speed and improve your reflexes. With a top speed of 200mph+ you have to be physically swift to reach it (top level players only!)

overhead shots the body is in a less stable position and repeated movements, in improve your balance, as your uptime atcan 7pm on Mondays. core muscles have to work harder to keep you upright.

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More importantly it is fun and you get to interact with other people, something that we are all becoming less and less good at.

Call us on 01935 810548 for more Arthur information or alternatively just turn up at 7pm on Mondays.

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Arthur Carr: Sherborne’s England Captain

By Derek Willams

The heavy set, balding man glares out from the centre of the team photograph. It’s Lord’s 1926 and he is Arthur George Carr of Sherborne School, Nottinghamshire CC and captain of the England cricket team.

On the field, this toffish jack-the-lad played like a ruthless pro: to win. A born leader, he was highly respected by his players at Nottinghamshire. His team played hard on the field and partied hard off it.

England drew the Test but Carr’s fortunes were in decline, dropping a crucial catch at the next Test in Leeds against Australia.

England managed a draw but by the final test Carr was out of form, out of the captaincy and out of the team.

And they reaped success: nine seasons in the top four of the county championship and winners in 1929. Carr himself scored a highly creditable 45 centuries and over 21000 runs in his career.

Service in the Great War only served to deepen his character. With no need to earn a living, he drank, smoked three packs a day, drove his car like a maniac (three crashes in 1925 alone), nursed his hangovers - and enjoyed his cricket.

Yet this anti-authoritarian establishment figure had a disdain of committee men that precipitated his downfall: outspokenness terminated his fifteen years of captaincy in 1934, though he played on for Notts for a further three years.

Carr may be little remembered today but his best known protégé is among the greats of the game. Harold Larwood developed under Carr from a gauche young ex miner to one of the most devastating bowling machines of all time.

If not a great player, Carr certainly made the twenties roar.

England drew the Test but Carr’s fortunes at the next Test in Leeds against Australia test Carr was out of form, out of the capta

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The heavy set, balding man glares out fro Lord’s 1926 and he is Arthur George Carr and captain of the England cricket team.

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By Martin Lilley, Listening Volunteer for Samaritans of Yeovil, Sherborne & District and Project Manager of Morley House

By Martin Lilley, Listening Volunteer for Samaritans of Yeovil, Sherborne & District and Project Manager of Morley House.

A year ago, a local retired postman died. After this death, his will revealed he’d left his entire estate to the local branch of Samaritans.

This amazing legacy has allowed us, Samaritans of Yeovil, Sherborne and District, to buy an office building previously owned by Somerset County Council. It’s a Victorian house dating from 1870 called Morley House, originally built for a family of candle makers and is located a few moments from the large Tesco supermarket near the middle of Yeovil.

Consider these two facts. In the UK there are over three times more suicides than deaths from road accidents. Secondly, the biggest cause of death for men under the age of 50 isn’t from heart attack or cancer, but suicide.

As a charity we are busier than ever and there is an everincreasing need for our service.

Currently, we are a branch of 120 volunteers and our present building is too small. We want to attract more volunteers; the increased space at Morley House will enable us to train and accommodate more people.

Our aim is to make Morley House a truly suitable centre for our Branch so we can continue to serve people in distress over the phone and face to face, both now and into the future. As such, the dominant concept in our plans for the refurbishment is resilience!

year’s central heating gas bill was over £3000! By ripping out the ancient boiler and fitting more efficient radiators and class A boilers we’ll be able to bring that cost down significantly.

We’re fitting intelligent controls to the system so that we heat only those parts we use. Lastly, we’re super insulating the whole building. That means all walls and that freezing roof space too.

We estimate that our future gas bills will be less than a quarter of what they have been in the past.

We’re also fitting solar panels to the roof with a battery backup. In the evening after the sun has set, we’ll use the stored electricity to power our new low wattage LED lights. This will ensure our electricity bills decrease in the future.

Finally, we’re replacing all the cables feeding the entire fire alarm system as those currently installed are not fire proof.

Morley House is an exciting next step in our Branch’s journey, and we are all looking forward very much to its completion and calling it our new home.

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