Conduit Magazine June 2017

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Issue 196 June 2017

Magazine 36 PAGES PACKED FULL OF LOCAL EVENTS, THINGS TO DO, PLACES TO GO, WHERE TO EAT & MUCH MORE...

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3 Pairs of tickets to RNAS Yeovilton Intenational Air Day

Special Feature:

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Out & About - 32-33

2 Tickets to The Wurzels on Saturday

Regular Articles on:

Antiques & Collecting - 10-11

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Art - 26-29

2 Family Tickets (2 adults, 2 children) to the Lolwland Games

Bargain Hunters Corner - 35 Care - 30 Fashion - 23

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GOOD LUCK!

Finance - 24

Thorncombe, West Dorset, photographed by Hazel Butler

Food & Drink - 20-22 Gardening - 18-19 Health & Wellbeing - 30 History - 17 Jewellery & Gems - 23 Legal - 25 Lettings - 13 Motoring - 34 Music Gigs - 16 Pet Health - 17 Property - 12-13 Save on Bills - 24 Sports - 34 Town News - 14-15

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Travel - 31 Village News - 7-9

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What’s On

‘Paint a Hand Cut

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‘Learn to Fly Fish’ session,

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Orvis Store, Sherborne,

Free admission to all events marked with an asterisk

Due to space restrictions if any event is already fully booked we no longer include them in our calendar.

MAY 26th-29th

Beer, Cider & Gin Hotel, Castle Cary* Cartgate Market, A303/A3088 Roundabout, 8.00am-2.00pm* Plant & Cake Sale, Yeatman Hospital, 9.30am-12.00 noon* Chasty Cottage Antique Fair, Digby Hall, 9.30am-4.00pm

Library, 10.00am*

28th

Hall, Stoke Sub Hamdon,

Exchange, Sturminster

11.30am-5.00pm* 30th

Oceans’ film, Caryford

David Hall,

Hall, Castle Cary,

South Petherton, 8.00pm

7.30pm

Christian Lee magician,

‘History/Future of the

The Exchange,

Cottage Garden’ talk,

Sturminster Newton,

Tithe Barn, Merriott,

8.00pm

7.30pm 30th

Ninesprings, Yeovil* 31st

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Farmers & Craft Market Local seasonal produce and crafts.

Montacute House, Yeovil, TA15 6XP 10 am – 2 pm

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Hall, South Petherton,

10.00am-5.00pm*

10.00am-12.00 noon

Antiques Fair, Warden Hill

Moya Brennan, Octagon Theatre, Yeovil, 7.30pm 31st-3rd

‘Dead Lock’, Swan Theatre, Yeovil, 7.45pm

31st May- 8th lminster Literary Festival

School Room, Castle Cary, 7.30pm 1st-4th

‘Fanny’s Meadow’ Festival, secret location, 12.00 noon

2nd

Somerton Market, Market Place, 10.00am-2.00pm* Falconry Displays, Barrington Court, 1.00pm-4.00pm Strictly SeeAbility,

Car Boot, Playing Fields,

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‘In Pursuit of the Plants of Peru’ talk, Methodist

Crewkerne, 9.30am*

Church,

South Petherton, 7.30pm

20th May 24th June

Lawrence’s General Sale, Coffee Morning, David

David Hall, 29th

Fairy Tale Trail begins,

Seavington St Mary

Acoustic Night,

‘Deep Sea Discovery’,

‘The Light Between

Phil Beer Band,

Trading Post, Evershot,

10.00am-12.00 noon

2

May Fayre, Memorial

Jo Burt concert, The

10.00am-4.00pm*

Centre, Crewkerne,

11.00am

11.00am-4.00pm*

27th-29th Flower Festival,

Big Breakfast, Henhayes

Octagon Theatre, Yeovil,

10.00am-6.00pm

Sparkford, 12.00 noon*

British Legion, Community 10.00am-12.00 noon

Ilchester Museum,

International Motor Museum,

Coffee Morning for Royal Hall, Bruton,

Sherborne Castle Country Fair,

27th-29th Public Auction, Haynes

‘Bugs and Bees’ Story & Craft Event, Wincanton

10.00am*

Norman Experience Day,

Newton, 7.30pm

Festival, The George 27th

Court, 11.00am-4.00pm

Octagon Theatre, Yeovil,

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3rd

7.00pm

Open Gardens, Village

Football Club Anniversary

Hall & Chedington Court

Dinner, Milborne Port

Hall, 11.00am-6.00pm

Village Hall, 7.00pm

Summer Fete & Party at

Brian Conley, Westlands

the Port, Milborne Port

Entertainment Venue,

Playing Fields,

Yeovil, 7.30pm

1.00pm-5.00pm

‘Darts Exhibition’,

Parish Fete, Thornford Village

EDITOR WANTED Due to ill health a new Editor wanted for this magazine.

Previous experience ideal but not essential as training can be given.

Tyesetting skills as well as experience with basic accounts would be suitable.

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George Albert Hotel,

Hall, 2.00pm-5.00pm

Evershot, 7.30pm

Bugsy Malone workshop,

Alasdair Beatson,

Wincanton Town Hall,

Ilminster Arts Centre,

2.30pm

8.00pm

Finnian McGurk,

performance, David Hall,

Sunjay, David Hall,

Caryford Hall,

South Petherton, 7.00pm

South Petherton, 8.00pm

Castle Cary, 7.00pm

Produce Market,

‘An Evening with Harry

Crewkerne, 9.30am*

Market House, Ilminster,

Redknapp’, George

Coffee N Cakes,

8.30am-12.30pm

Albert Hotel, Evershot,

Jubilee Hall, Yetminster,

ABA Auction. Market Street,

7.00pm

10.00am

Yeovil, 10.0am*

Radio Camelot Quiz

‘The Manfreds’, Octagon

Coffee Morning for WI,

Night, Conservative

Theatre, Yeovil, 7.30pm

Community Hall, Bruton,

Club, Yeovil, 7.30pm

10.00am-12.00 noon

‘Speed Limit’, Davis Hall,

Please e-mail in the first instance to info@theconduitmagazine.co.uk

7th

8th

Furniture & Jewellery Dorchester, 10.30am*

Market Place, Somerton,

‘T Rextasy’, Octagon

‘Where Did Our

10.00am-2.00pm *

Theatre, Yeovil, 7.30pm

Favourite Plants Come

Parish Church Path Fete,

Whist Drive, Holy Trinity

From?’ talk, Digby Hall,

St Peter and Paul’s

Church, Yeovil, 7.30pm

Sherborne, 7.30pm

Church, Wincanton,

Workshops 4 Art,

‘Insectivorous Plants’ talk,

10.00am-2.00pm

Hornblotten Village Hall,

East Coker Village Hall,

‘Naturally Dyed Silk and

10.00am-4.30pm

7.30pm

Hilliard Society of Minaturists,

Martin Harley, David

Scarves and Shibori’

3rd-4th

3rd-10th

workshop, Digby Hall,

Town Hall, Wells,

Hall, South Petherton,

Sherborne, 10.00am

10.00am-5.00pm*

8.00pm

Sherborne Kitchens Open Day,

4th

Toy Fair, Warden Hill Trading

8th-9th

Post, Evershot,

Octagon Theatre, Yeovil,

10.00am-4.00pm*

10.00am-4.00pm*

6.30pm & 7.00pm

Gardens, 2.00pm

SOMERTON MARKET

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See page 16 for Music Gigs

Furniture & Works of Art Auction, Duke’s,

‘To Kill a Mockingbird’

Dorchester, 10.30am*

film, Westlands

‘Time For Tea’,

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Entertainment Venue,

Butter Cross, Market Place

Friday 2nd JUNE 2017

9th

CAR BOOT

‘Slave to the Rhythm’,

Half Moon Street, Sherborne,

South Petherton Open

CHARITY

Lawrence’s General Sale,

Auction, Duke’s,

West Camel, 7.30pm

Monthly Market,

Ilchester Sportsfield Fund

Yeovil, 2.30pm 5th

‘The Legacy of Somerset and Dorset Railway’ talk,

From 10am to 2pm

Langport Library, 7.30pm

Meat, sausages – Italian cheeses, salamis – Cushions,

‘The Vicar’s Tale’ talk,

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Digby Church Hall,

Higher Mudford, Nr Yeovil BA21 5TD

Sherborne, 7.30pm General Sale, Duke’s,

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Weymouth Avenue,

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catering, salmon

Dorchester, 10.30am*

lampshades Handmade soaps,

rolls, veg samosas, cooked meals Avalon

6th

‘Under Milk Wood’

Kombucha - Somerset deli, bread Olives, spices, nuts, snacks, baklavas

SATURDAY 3rd JUNE

Preserves, jam, chutney - Rare breed

THORNFORD PARISH FETE

woollen products, sheepskins,

Village Hall 2pm till 5pm.

fruit juices Jewelleries - Glassware, Antique jewelleries Plants

Local Silver Band, Fun Dog Show Castle Cary Majorettes, Bouncy Castle, Trade & Village stalls

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Stall Holders phone: 01935 873666

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Editor Assistant Editor Franchesca Lauren Dening Hill

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Graphic Designer Richard Scott

JULY DEADLINES News and Articles: Friday 9th JUNE Advertisements: Monday 12th JUNE

Hear Ye, Hear Ye, Hear Ye, St. Catherine’s Church Fête 1 : 0 0 p . m . S a t u r d a y 1 0 th J u n e .

In the beautiful grounds of Montacute House Free Entry

10.00am-4.00pm

‘The Answer Lies in the

Hall, 7.30pm

Antiques & Collectors Fair,

Soil’ talk, Jubilee Hall,

Lucy Ward, David Hall,

Digby Church Hall, Sherborne,

Yetminster, 7.30pm

South Petherton, 8.00pm

General Sale & Fine Art

Spanish Flamenco Dance,

10.00am-4.00pm*

Attractions for all ages!

All Saints’ Primary School Folk Dancers.

Crowning of the Montacute Carnival Prince and Princess.

Barbecue: Ice Creams: Village Voices.

Plus:- Stalls, Games, Tea and Cakes, Face Painting and Much, Much More!!

Whatever you do:-

Don’t miss it!

11th

14th

Glanvilles Wooten Fete,

Sale of Books, Maps,

Ilminster Arts Centre,

Church Farm,

Manuscripts &

8.00pm

Photography, Lawrence’s, Crewkerne, 9.30am*

Morning, Market House,

Montacute House, 1.00pm

West Coker Gardening

Castle Cary, 9.30pm

Whist Drive,

Club visit Liberty

Chasty Cottage Antique Fair,

Holy Trinity Church,

Orchard, Halstock,

Digby Hall, Sherborne,

Yeovil, 7.30pm

6.30pm

9.30am-4.00pm

‘Jackie’ film, Hinton St

‘Lion’ film, Digby Church

Annual Petherton Folk

George Village Hall,

Hall, Sherborne, 7.30pm

Fest, South Petherton

7.30pm

The Conduit Cinema

Coffee Morning for

ShiNE Annual Showcase,

Club, Cineworld, Yeovil

Bruton Cubs and Scouts,

Octagon Theatre, Yeovil,

The Village Artists Group

Community Hall, Bruton,

7.30pm

Exhibition, Memorial Hall,

10.00am-12.00 noon

Militaria Fair, Warden Hill

Stoke Sub Hamdon, 7.30pm

Table Top Sale, Memorial

Artisan and Craft Market,

Hall, Wincanton,

Trading Post, Evershot,

15th

Sunday 18th June 11am-5pm

10.00am-1.00pm

Yeovil Marathon,

Petherton,

Table Top Sale,

Yeovilton, 9.00am

9.00am-4.00pm

Whitelackington Village

Toy Collectors Fair, Bath

Walk and Talk, Milbrook

Hall, 10.00am-1.00pm

& West Showground,

Surgery, Castle Cary,

Annual Summer Craft Fair,

Shepton Mallet,

2.00pm

Digby Church Hall, Sherborne,

10.30am-2.30pm

‘Once Upon a Preston

10.00am-4.00pm

Limington Fete & Companion

Fairy Tale’, Octagon

‘Willow Workshop’,

Dog Show, behind Lamb and

Theatre, Yeovil, 6.30pm

Old Town Hall, Somerton,

Dogs are welcome.

Lark, Limington, 1.00pm

YCAA ‘The Big Arts

10.00am-4.00pm

www.evershot.org/ecf

Royal Opera House

Quiz’, Johnson Studio,

Sherborne Summer

screening, Westlands

Octagon Theatre, Yeovil,

Festival, Purieu Meadow,

Family event, live music, crafts, food marquee & more Adults £2.50, children, parking free

United Reformed Church, Camera class with Poppy, Yeovil Country Park, 6.00pm

Barnes’, Raleigh Hall, ‘Lion’ film, David Hall,

12th

South Petherton, 8.00pm Zoe Francis, Ilminster Arts Centre, 8.00pm ‘Jethro: 40 Years theT Joker’, The Exchange, Sturminster Newton, 8.00pm 9th-11th Annual Home Farm Music Festival, Chilthorne Domer 10th

Coffee Morning for Ladybird’s Pre School, Community Hall, Bruton, 10.00am-12.00 noon Short Mat Bowls Coffee

Farmers Market,

Corscombe Fest,

Open Gardens,

The Exchange,

1.00pm-5.00pm

Middle Chinnock,

Sturminster Newton,

‘Priscilla Queen of the

8.00pm

Desert’, Wincanton Town

Free Health Walk,

Hall, 6.30pm

16th

Octagon Theatre, Yeovil,

Martock Shopping

‘A United Kingdom’ film,

7.30pm

Precinct, 9.30am*

Parish Room, Somerton,

‘Frilly Flowers’ workshop,

Chef’s Special Lunch,

7.30pm

Digby Hall, Sherborne,

Henhayes Centre,

Marty Wilde, The

9.30am-3.30pm

Crewkerne, 12.30pm

Exchange, Sturminster

Somerton Sings,

‘That’ll Be The Day’,

Newton, 7.30pm

West Street Church,

Octagon Theatre, Yeovil,

‘Lion’ film, Halstock

Somerton, 10.45am

7.30pm

Village Hall, 7.30pm

‘The Amazon from the

‘Hollywood and The

Disco Party, Westlands

Andes to Atlantic’ talk,

Kings’,The Exchange,

Entertainment Venue,

Yeovil Court Hotel,

Sturminster Newton,

12.00 noon

7.30pm

‘Modern Flower

Somerton Festival Band,

Arrangements’ demon,

Long Sutton Village Hall,

Templecombe Village

7.30pm

Trading Post, Evershot,

Hall, 7.00pm

‘Florence Foster Jenkins’

10.00am-4.00pm*

‘La La Land’ film,

film, West Coker Village

Martock 10K Race,

Yeovil, 8.00pm 17th-18th Cerne Abbas Open Gardens, 1.00pm 18th

Vintage Fair, Warden Hill

Leigh Village Hall,

Morning, Market House, Castle Cary, 10.00am

Richard Burton,

‘Sons of Pitches’,

Life & Works of William

Sherborne, 12.00 noon

Yeovil, 2.00pm

2.00pm-6.00pm

‘An Evening to Celebrate the

Sherborne, 7.30pm

7.30pm

Entertainment Venue,

Martock, 2.00pm

7.30pm 13th

Yeovil, 7.30pm

Precinct, Martock,

SHERBORNE ANNUAL SUMMER CRAFT FAIR Saturday 17th JUNE Digby Church Hall, Sherborne

‘Designing with Plants’

10.00am-1.00pm*

talk, Martock Primary

‘Drawing’ workshop,

School, 7.30pm

Digby Hall, Sherborne,

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‘Dynasties: The Sands of Time’, Octagon Theatre,

Moorlands Shopping

4

17th

Market Square, South

10.00am-4.00pm*

Evershot Country Fair

Theatrical Group Coffee

1.00pm-4.00pm St Catherine’s Church Fete,

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Admission Free

West Country Fairs.

01749 677049

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Chasty Cottage Antiques Saturday 27th MAY Saturday 17th JUNE

Digby Church Hall, 19th-24th Livewell Health and

21st

9.30-4.00 Entry £1

Digby Hall, Hound Street, Sherborne, DT9 3AA Enquiries 01963 370986

22nd

AURIN GIRLS’ CHOIR CONCERT From the Kodály Music School, Hungary

Thurs 22nd June, 7.30pm St Mary’s Church, Bruton Tickets £6 adults, accompanied children free

01749 812281

HARDINGTON MANDEVILLE STREET FAYRE Saturday 24 June 2017 12 noon to 4 pm

Cartgate Market,

Sherborne, 3.00pm

A303/A3088 Roundabout,

‘Under Milk Wood’,

8.00am-2.00pm*

The Exchange,

Wellbeing Fair,

Big Breakfast, Henhayes

Sturminster Newton,

Sherborne, various times*

Centre, Crewkerne,

7.30pm

Lawrence’s General Sale,

10.00am-12.00 noon

Crewkerne, 9.30am*

Coffee Morning,

Seaton, 10.00am

McCubbing & Redfern

Community Hall, Bruton,

Somerton Sings,

Auction, Wells, 10.00am*

10.00am-12.00 noon

West Street Church,

WI AGM, Recreation

Levels’ Best Farmers and

Somerton, 10.45am

Ground Pavilion,

Craft Market, Montacute

Teddy Bears Picnic, Yeovil

Martock, 2.00pm

House, 10.00am-2.00pm*

Country Park, 11.00am*

‘Ten Ways the Universe

‘Large Blue Butterfly

Martock History Group

Tries to Kill You’ talk,

Walk’, Green Down

visit The Wheelhouse,

Norton Sub Hamdon

Nature Reserve,

Village Hall, 7.30pm

near Somerton, 10.30am

Volunteers Coffee

Village Feast Day,

Weymouth Avenue,

Morning, Wessex House,

Charlton Horethorne,

Dorchester, 10.30am*

Somerton, 10.15am

10.30am

‘Viceroy’s House’ film,

Wine, Port & Whisky Auction,

Meet the Artist:

Caryford Hall,

Charterhouse, Sherborne,

Maureen Cooper,

Castle Cary, 7.30pm

10.00am*

Ilminster Arts Centre,

Darcey Bussell CBE talk,

‘La La Land’ film, The

10.30am-12.30pm

Westlands Entertainment

Exchange, Sturminster

Table Top Sale,

Venue, 7.30pm

Newton, 7.00pm

Barwick Recreation

‘Rhythm of the Dance’

Aurin Girls’ Choir Concert,

Ground, 12.00 noon

show, Octagon Theatre,

St Mary’s Church, Bruton,

Hardington Street Fayre,

Yeovil, 7.30pm

7.30pm

12.00 noon-4.00pm

‘Palargoniums’ talk,

Gin Discovering Event,

Tithe Barn, Merriott,

22nd-24th ‘Bugsy Malone’

26th

Lyme Bay Auction,

Gawbridge Mill, 6.00pm 27th

General Sale, Duke’s,

Octagon Theatre, Yeovil,

The Queen’s Arms,

7.30pm

Corton Denham,

Somerton U3A,

6.00pm-8.00pm

Crewkerne, 9.30am*

Edgar Community Hall,

Yeovil Twinning Assotiation

Coffee Morning,

Somerton,

Concert Band & Yeovil Trinity

David Hall,

10.00am-12.00 noon

Entertainers Concert, Holy

South Petherton,

10.00am

Medals, Coins, Stamps,

Trinity Church, Yeovil, 7.00pm

10.00am-12.00 noon

Charterhouse Classic & Vintage

Militaria, Clocks & Collector’s

Whist Drive,

Demo from Eden Floral

Cars Auction. Bath & West

Items Auction, Charterhouse,

Holy Trinity Church,

Design, Holy Trinity

Showground, Shepton Mallet,

Sherborne, 10.00am*

Yeovil, 7.30pm

10.00

‘Songwriters in the

‘Under Milk Wood’

Race for Life, Sherborne

Round’, Monks Yard,

performance,

The Old Barn Yeovil,

Castle, 10.30am

Horton Cross Farm,

Frampton Village Hall,

10.30-1.00pm*

Evershot Country Fair,

Ilminster, 7.00pm

11.00am-5.00pm

‘Champions of Rock’

‘Bugsy Malone’ film,

Queen Tribute, The

Westlands Entertainment

Exchange, Sturminster

Venue, Yeovil, 2.30pm

Newton, 7.30pm

‘Companion Planting’

‘Jackie’ film, David Hall,

Westlands Entertainment

talk, South Petherton

South Petherton, 8.00pm

Venue, Yeovil, 2.30pm

Village Hall, 7.00pm

Jean Toussaint, Ilminster

Wessex Strings Summer

10.00am-12.00 noon

‘The Chaplain’s Tale’ talk,

Arts Centre, 8.00pm

Concert, Cheap Street Church,

PSJ Jewellers Valuation Day,

Fun for all the family

Children’s Fancy Dress Parade Street Entertainment Easy parking and free entry

23rd

Email: HardingtonVSF@gmail.com Mobile: 07767 201459 www.hardington.net/streetfayre

19th

24th

Sherborne, 7.30pm

7.30pm 28th

Church, Yeovil, 7.30pm 29th

Simpson Millar Legal Surgery,

‘The Dreamboys’,

7.30pm

Octagon Theatre, Yeovil,

24th-25th Jousting Tournament,

25th

Lawrence’s General Sale,

Sherborne Castle,

7.30pm

10.00am-4.00pm

Quiz Night, Sports Club, Somerton, 8.30pm

‘To Kill a Mocking Bird’, 30th

Come For Coffee, Parish Hall, Martock,

Yeovil, 10.00am* ‘A Way With Words’,

June Exhibitions*

6

Ilminster Arts Centre,

Now-2nd June

‘New Work by Anna Armitage and Elsa Taylor’, Jerram Gellery, Sherborne, 9.30am-5.00pm

7.00pm

Now-3rd June

‘Across the Borders’ Exhibition, Ilminster Arts Centre, 9.30am-4.30pm

‘Carpenters Story’,

27th May-24th June

‘Beauty and Perfection’ Exhibition, ACE Arts, Somerton, 10.00am-1.00pm & 2.00pm-5.00pm

Octagon Theatre, Yeovil,

5th-17th June

‘Outside Inside’ Exhibition, Ilminster Arts Centre, 9.30am-4.30pm

‘Lion’ film, Davis Hall,

6th June-23rd July

‘High Adventure’ Exhibition, The Malthouse Gallery, East Lambrook, South Petherton, 10.00am-5.00pm

West Camel, 7.30pm

19th June-8th July

‘New Work by Maureen Cooper’, Ilminster Arts Centre, 9.30am-4.30pm

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7.30pm

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Village News

by Lauren Hill ALWESTON On Monday 29th May there is a Bank Holiday Car Boot Sales at the Playing Fields in aid of Folke Church. More details on 01963 23525.

BARRINGTON On Saturday 27th May from 11.00am to 4.00pm at Barrington Court paint a Hand Cut Springtime Wooden Decoration.

Make up your own design and paint a hand cut wooden decoratio. This is a fun and relaxing activity that all the family can enjoy. Tickets £3.

On Friday 2nd June from 1.00pm to 4.00pm at Barrington Court see Falconry displays. Displays will be throughout the day (times to be confirmed). A variety of birds of prey will be flying, accompanied by a fascinating and entertaining commentary. This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

BARWICK On Saturday 24th June from 12.00 noon at the Whitcross Recreation Ground there is a Table Top Sale. BBQ will be available as well as refreshments at the Pavilion.

If you would like to donate items to sell or would like to book your place contact Jackie Lincoln on 07883829171. £5 per pitch, please bring your own table! All proceeds to The Barwick and Stoford Recreational Trust.

CERNE ABBAS On Saturday 17th and Sunday 18th June the Cerne Abbas Open Gardens celebrates its 42nd opening this year. There are 25 private gardens which will be open from 2.00pm to 6.00pm. Day tickets Adults £6, Weekend tickets £10, children free.

See Gardening for details.

CHARLTON HORETHORNE On Saturday 10th June the Bell Ringers’ have an outing to the Forest of Dean area. A great relaxing day out for everyone bellringers and non bellringers. To book a seat on the coach, please call Catherine Mathew on 01963 220595 or 07815 674175. On Saturday 24th from 10.30am there is a Village Feast Day at various locations.

A wide variety of events and attractions.

CHEDINGTON On Saturday 3rd June from 11.00am to 6.00pm at the Village Hall and Chedington Court Great Hall there is the Open Gardens and Studios. They have 13 gardens open.

See Gardening for details.

CHILTHORNE DOMER From Friday 9th June to Sunday 11th June it is the Annual Home Farm Music Festival. It will be the 12th festival in aid of raising funds for The Piers Simon Appeal and School in a Bag. Enquiries 01935 462781.

CORSCOMBE On Saturday 17th June from 1.00pm to 5.00pm Corscombe Fest will be taking place. For more details see Out & About.

EAST COKER On Thursday 8th June at 7.30pm at the Village Hall the Gardening Club have a talk called ‘Insectivorous Plants’ by speaker Roy Cheek. Visitors £3. For details ring 01935 862447.

EVERSHOT On Friday 2nd June at 7.30pm the George Albert Hotel presents a ‘Darts Exhibition’ with Eric Bristow and John Lowe and hosted by World Class MC Mr Paul Booth. Play your past champion on the night, meet, greet, photo and signature opportunity and memorabilia. Tickets £10 from 01935 483430. VIP tables available. On Saturday 3rd from 7.00pm the George Albert Hotel presents ‘An Evening with Harry Redknapp’ supported by MC Paul Booth and comedian Bob Webb.

Photo and signature opportunity and memorabilia auction. Tickets £40, includes two course meal and Harry’s after dinner speech, available from 01935 483430.

On Sunday 18th from 11.00am to 5.00pm it is the Evershot Country Fair. Admission Adults £2.50, children free. For more details see Out & About.

FRAMPTON On Saturday 24th June from 7.30pm at Frampton Village Hall Artsreach host Bristol Old Vic Theatre School who present ‘Under Milk Wood. Set in the fictitious fishing village of Llareggub, this 24 hour peek into the lives and loves of the likes of Captain Cat, Polly Garter and Willy Nilly has enthralled audiences over the years with its canvas of nonsense gossip, feuds, affairs, fights, frauds and

practical jokes. Dylan Thomas’ beautiful, bawdy, affectionate, reckless and deeply original play pulses with the vitality and relish of real life characters re-living their dreams and desires. Tickets £10, under 18’s £8, available from 01300 320347.

GLANVILLES WOOTTON On Saturday 10th June at Church Farm from 1.00pm to 4.00pm it is the traditional Village Fête with stalls selling a wide range including cake, books and bric-à-brac. There will be games for all, a raffle, BBQ, Pimms bar, steel band, fun dog show, flower festival and photography competition in the Church. Entry £2, under 12’s free, includes a lucky programme.

HARDINGTON On Saturday 24th June from 12.00 noon to 4.00pm it is the Annual Street Fayre. Now in its ninth year, there will be music, street entertainment, craft and plants stalls, BBQ, lunches and teas. New events this year are the Bubble Fairy and Bubble Man, a circus skills workshop for all ages to try juggling, tight rope and stilt walking and more. There will be a Monsters and Fairies fancy dress parade and competition for children. Free entry. For more details call 07767 201459.

HALSTOCK On Saturday 17th June at the Village Hall at 7.30pm see the film ‘Lion’. Tickets £6 from the Village Shop, from 01935 891394 or 891822 or on the door. See Movies Around the Villages & Towns.

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‘Sculpting with Wire and Mixed Media’ with Melanie Deegan on 07596 919787 - Using wire to sketch out the sculpture design and create a finished piece. ‘Textiles’ with Sarah Meikle on 01458 251365 - During the Silk workshop you will learn the design process and practical application of silk painting. wide choice of colours. ‘iPad Art’ Alison Jacobs on 07833 750428 – A fun and informative course in iPad tablet painting including general information on best Apps and stylus. A single day workshop will provide a good introduction to the subject while the full weekend will allow students time to develop a more complex piece of work and experiment with a wider range of techniques. For a single day £65 or £120 for two days. This will include basic materials, refreshmen. All workshops start at 10.00am and finish at 4.30pm. For details and booking contact the artists.

ILCHESTER Every Sunday there is a Charity Car Boot at the Sportsfield off the A37/A303 roundabout from 7.30am. Buyers before 9.30am £1 for cars or 50p for pedestrians. Buyers after 9.30am 50p for cars, 25p for pedestrians.

For more details 07967280754.

On Saturday 27th May the Museum hosts a Norman Experience Day at the Town Hall between 11.00am to 4.00pm. Learn of their way of life and try your hand at their skills and crafts. Refreshments available and entry free.

LEIGH On Monday 12th June at the HINTON ST GEORGE On Village Hall from 7.30pm see the Saturday 10th June at the Village Hall film ‘La La Land’. Tickets £6 from from 7.30pm see the film ‘Jackie’.

Bridge Stores on 01935 872323.

Tickets £5 in advance from See Movies Around the Personal Services Store and Dorothy’s Tearoom or £5.50 on the Villages & Towns. door. See Movies Around the The Friends of St Mary’s welcome you to the annual Villages & Towns.

Limington Fete & Companion Dog Show Sunday 14th June

HORNBLOTTON On Saturday 3rd and Sunday 4th June at the Village Hall Workshops 4 Art have a variety of workshops over the From 1.00pm Official Welcome 2pm: weekend. There will Commander Barrie O’Sullivan RN Executive Officer RNAS Yeovilton be: ‘Introduction to Stalls Open & Food available from 1pm Screen Printing’ with Come and join us behind the Lamb & Lark BA22 8EG Jim Munnion on We hope you enjoy…

01934 842347 for Our Traditional Country Fete Attractions include: two days - a hands The Stationary Engines, Raffles, Cakes, Teas, on taste course Hot Dogs, The Roundabout, The Majorettes, introducing you to Stalls, Displays and so much more! the mysteries of screen printing.

Our Companion Dog Show has Pedigree ‘Willow Sculpture’ & Novelty classes with Sophie Including Local and Young Handling Registration from 11.30am, Judging starts 1pm Courtiour on 01749 Only £3.50 per pedigree entry, £2.00 per novelty entry 870736 – Covering Special parade of Winners all basic techniques For dog show information contact: needed to build an 01935 840010 or 07912948723 animal or bird

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LIMINGTON On Sunday 14th June from 1.00pm it is the Fete and Companion Dog Show behind the Lamb & Lark Inn. Attractions include The Stationary Engines, Raffles, The Roundabout, The Majorettes, Stalls, Displays and much more! There will also be a Companion Dog Show with Pedigree and Novelty classes, including Local and Young Handling. £3.50 per pedigree entry, £2 per novelty entry.

Judging followed by parade of winners. For dog show details 01935 840010.

LONG SUTTON On Friday 16th June from 7.30pm at the Village Hall go along to A Summer Concert with Somerton Festival Band. An evening of musicalcentertainment including marshes, music from stage and screen, light classical, musicals and much more.

Refreshments available. Tickets £7, under 16’s free, available from the Village Shop, 01935 321330 or on the door.

MARTOCK On Friday 26th May at the Parish Hall from 10.00am to 12.00 noon go along to Come for Coffee. On Friday 9th June from 2.00pm at the United Reformed Church it is ‘Time for Tea’.

Everyone welcome. For more details call 01935 822929. On Saturday 10th from 10.00am to 1.00pm at the Moorlands

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Shopping Precinct go to the Farmers Market. With 16 stalls selling a variety of local produce there is lots to buy. For a table phone 01935 822202. On Tuesday 13th at the Primary School at 7.30pm the Gardening Society have a Guest Evening with a shared supper and a talk called ‘Designing with Plants’ with Marion Dale. Visitors £2. For more details call 01935 822144. On Friday 16th at 9.30am from the Shopping Precinct there is a free Health Walk. Walks are friendly and about 45 minutes long and are led by trained volunteers at a pace suitable to the group. On Sunday 18th from 10.00am it is the Martock 10K Race. The route follows a single lap scenic journey through some lovely countryside. It is almost completely flat, making it very popular for first time runners and those seeking a personal best.

Entry £14. On Tuesday 20th the Gardening Society have an evening visit and guided tour of Corton Denham House and Garden. Booking essential. For more information phone 01935 823366. On Wednesday 21st at 2.00pm at the Recreation Ground Pavilion the WI have their AGM followed by social time. Visitors and new members welcome. For more details call 01935 508311 or 01935 825494. On Tuesday 27th at 6.00pm the History Group will be visiting The Wheelhouse, Gawbridge Mill on the road between Coat and Lambrook. £3 admission to each event or annual subscription for £10. For more details call 01935 822202. On Friday 30th at the Parish Hall from 10.00am to 12.00 noon go along to Come for Coffee.

MERRIOTT On Tuesday 30th May at 7.30pm at the Tithe Barn the Gardening Club has an illustrate talk called ‘History and Future of the Cottage Garden’ by Neil Lovesey of Picket Lane Nursery.

There will also be plants for sale, refreshments and a raffle. On Tuesday 27th June at Tithe Barn from 7.30pm the Gardening Club have a talk with slides on ‘Pelargoniums’

by Brian Carlson. Non members £2 and for both talks call 01460 72298.

MILBORNE PORT On Friday 2nd June at 7.00pm at the Village Hall the Football Club have an Anniversary Dinner. Since the mid1950s the Club has been playing at the Memorial Playing Fields and currently there are three adult teams and five youth teams. This season the Club is celebrating its 125th year as it goes from strength to strength. They are appealing to all former players and supporters to attend to reminisce and celebrate this milestone. The event will also be attended by a special guest, a former England International and Southampton FC

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Tickets from milborneportfc@hotmail.co.uk or 07791 991980 or 07773 234169. On Saturday 3rd from 1.00pm to 5.00pm it is the Summer Fete and Party at the Port in the Playing Field. A whole afternoon of fun and games and lots to do and see. New this year is the Dog Agility Display. There are also family games including car pageant, tug of war and sausage eating competition, new fair ground rides and pony rides, climbing wall, working dog display team, cider festival, craft and food stalls, gin bar and much more!

Music festival from 6.00pm to midnight. Tickets on sale now from local shops, pubs, club and Crackmore Garage. To book a stand at both events, to be a volunteer or more details call 07729 582669.

MONTACUTE On Saturday 10th June from 1.00pm at Montacute House it is St Catherine’s Church Fete. All Saints’ Primary School Folk Dancers, Crowning of the carnival Prince and Princess, Village Voices, BBQ, stalls, games, refreshments, face painting and much more. Free Entry. The triple award winning Farmers and Craft Market at Montacute House, organised by Levels’ Best is on Saturday 24th June from 10.00am to 2.00pm. Parking, entry free and dog friendly so a great time to top on local seasonal products.

SEAVINGTON ST MARY From Saturday 27th to Monday 29th May from 10.00am to 5.00pm at St Mary’s Church there is a Flower Festival. Refreshments available.

For details 01460 241238.

SOUTH PETHERTON On Sunday 4th June at 2.00pm go along to the Open Gardens. Stroll around some interesting and varied gardens on a summer’s afternoon. Enjoy afternoon tea with homemade cakes plus traditional music and plant sales. Tickets £5. On Friday 9th at 8.00pm the Petherton Picture Show presents ‘Lion’. Tickets £5.See Movies Around the Villages & Towns. On Thursday 15th from 9.00am to 4.00pm at the Market Square it is the monthly Artisan and Craft Market. To book a stall call 07966 658966. On Saturday 17th from 9.45am it is the 6th Annual Petherton Folk Fest. A day of free fun and entertainment for all ages.

There will be music and dance in Market Square all day until 6.30pm and visitors can also enjoy entertainment in The Blake Hall, The David Hall, The Brewer’s Arms and the grounds and interior of St Peter and St Paul’s Church. Plus, stallholders located in and around Market Square will be selling food and drink as well as local crafts, and refreshments. Throughout the day there will be varied entertainment including Irish dance, clog and belly dancing, Scottish country dance, Flamenco,

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Morris dancers, Appalachian dancing, Blues, Celtic rock. Also see acts such as indie folk band Velvet & Stone, singer/songwriter and guitar player Phil King, singer and fiddler Hannah Cumming, singer/guitarist Kitty Macfarlane, The Celtic Rock and Roots, Kathryn Roberts and much more.

Events for children will take place starting with a music workshop in The David Hall. There will also be a Morris workshop puppet show and Maypole dancing, storytelling, face painting and a Punch and Judy show in the church grounds. More information can be found at www.pethertonfolkfest.org.uk On Monday 19th at 7.00pm the Gardening Club have a talk called ‘Companion Planting’ with Stephanie Hafferty. Please note this is the last talk of the season until September. On Friday 23rd at 8.00pm the Petherton Picture Show presents ‘Jackie’. See Movies Around the Villages & Towns. On Wednesday 28th at 10.00am to 12.00 noon there is a Coffee Morning. Free Entry. All events, unless stated, are at The David Hall.

STOKE SUB HAMDON On Monday 29th May from 11.30am to 5.00pm at the Memorial Hall Grounds there is a May Fayre.

There will be Morris and maypole dancing, Desert Divas, Stoke band, Yeovil Ukeleles, Punch and Judy, drumming performance with interactive drum circle, family dog show, crafts, local brewed beers and cider. Free admission and parking. On Wednesday 14th June from 7.30pm at the Memorial Hall The Village Artists Group are hosting a demonstration with Alison C Board, a local watercolour artist. Non members welcome. Entry £5 on the door includes coffee and biscuits.

TEMPLECOMBE On Monday 12th June at 7.00pm at the Village Hall the WI host a demonstration titled ‘Modern Flower Arrangements’ by Sara Moseley of Daisylee Ltd. Guests £3.50, includes refreshments.

THORNFORD On Saturday 3rd June at 2.00pm and 5.00pm at the Village Hall it is the Parish Fete. There will be a local band, fun dog show, Castle Cary Majorettes, bouncy castle and stalls.

WEST CAMEL On Saturday 3rd June from 7.30pm Country and Western Dance Club host ‘Speed Limit’. Tickets £6 pp. For more details 01460 78895. On Friday 30th from 7.30pm see the film ‘Lion’.

Admission £5 on the door.

See Movies Around the Villages & Towns. All events at the Davis Hall.

WEST COKER On Wednesday 14th June at 6.30pm the Gardening Club have a visit to Liberty Orchard in Halstock with a tour and tasting.

There will be a Guided Tour of the Orchards, a talk on Orchard Management, Tour of Production facilities and also see a collection of rare Dorset cider apple trees. Entry £8. On Friday 16th at 7.30pm at the Village Hall see the film ‘Florence Foster Jenkins’. Tickets £5 available from the Post Office or Marilyn on 01935 863176.

See Movies Around the Villages & Towns.

WHITELACKINGTON On Saturday 17th June from 10.00am to 1.00pm at the Village Hall there is a Monthly Table Top Sale. New and used items on sale.

Refreshments available. Entry free.

YETMINSTER On Wednesday 7th from 10.00am go along to Coffee n’ Cakes. On Tuesday 13th at 7.30pm the Gardening Club have a talk called ‘The Answer Lies in the Soil’

by David Usher. On Wednesday 14th the History Group have a Weymouth visit. They will start with a walk at 11.00am lasting 1.5 hours which will finish at Brewers Quay. Members are then free to eat lunch at one of the many outlets nearby before reassembling at the Quay for a 2.00pm boat trip round the harbour to Portland Castle.

Cost for walk and boat trip £10 for members and £11 for non members. All events at the Jubilee Hall unless mentioned.

MOVIES AROUND THE VILLAGES & TOWNS A UNITED KINGDOM (12A) This tells the true story of Seretse Khama, heir to the throne of Bechuanaland a British protectorate, now modern-day Botswana, and Ruth Williams, the London office worker he married in the 1940s in spite of fierce opposition from their families and the British and South African Governments.

Asante, in collaboration with the screenwriter Guy Hibbert, has managed to recover once again a long-forgotten chapter of Britain’s history – one of political intrigue, “subversive” racism and colonialism – one in which love crosses all boundaries and taboos.

Starring Rosamund Pike and David Oyelowo.

(Showing at Somerton) JACKIE (15) Following the assassination of President John F. Kennedy, First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy (Natalie Portman) fights through grief and trauma to regain her faith, console her children, and define her husband’s historic legacy. The film is a portrait of one of the most important and tragic moments in American history. Known for her extraordinary dignity and poise, here we see a portrait of the First Lady as she fights to establish her husband’s legacy and the world of ‘Camelot’ that she created and loved so well.

(Showing at Hinton St George and South Petherton) LA LA LAND (12A) Tells the story of Mia, an aspiring actress, and Sebastian, a dedicated jazz musician, who are struggling to make ends meet in a city known for crushing hopes and breaking hearts. Set in modern day Los Angeles, this original musical about everyday life explores the joy and pain of pursuing your dreams. Starring Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling Showing at Leigh and Sturminster Newton) LION (PG) In 1986, five year old Saroo lives in India with his poor but happy rural family. On a trip with his brother, he gets lost and soon finds himself alone on a decommissioned passenger train going to Calcutta, 1500 miles away from home. Now totally lost in an alien urban environment and too young to identify either himself or his home to the authorities, Saroo struggles to survive as a street child until he is sent to an orphanage. Adopted by the Brierley family in Tasmania, he

grows up in a loving, prosperous home. But for all his material good fortune, Saroo finds himself plagued by memories of his lost family. He tries to search for them but only when he has an epiphany does he realize not only the answers he needs, but also the steadfast love that he has always had from his loved ones in both worlds. Starring Dev Patel, David Wenham and Nicole Kidman.

(Showing at Halstock, Sherborne, South Petherton and West Camel) VICEROY’S HOUSE (12A) Viceroy’s House in Delhi was the home of the British rulers of India.

After 300 years, that rule was coming to an end. For six months in 1947, Lord Mountbatten, great grandson of Queen Victoria, assumed the post of the last Viceroy, charged with handing India back to its people. The story unfolds within that great House.

Upstairs lived Mountbatten together with his wife and daughter, downstairs lived their 500 Hindu, Muslim and Sikh servants. As the political elite – Nehru, Jinnah and Gandhi – converged on the House to wrangle over the birth of independent India, conflict erupted. A decision was taken to divide the country and create a new Muslim homeland: Pakistan. It was a decision whose consequences reverberate to this day. The film examines these events through the prism of a marriage as well as a romance.

Starring Hugh Bonneville and Gillian Anderson.

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Antiques & Collecting...

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 & Sales On Saturday 27th May from 9.30am to 4.00pm at Digby Hall, Sherborne there is a Chasty Cottage Antique Fair.

This is packed full of interesting dealers so well worth visiting.

Entry £1.

There is a large Pubic Auction a Haynes International Motor Museum on Saturday 27th, Sunday 28th and Monday 29th May. This is a Highest Offer Auction with jewellery, French wines, signed memorabilia with discounts of up to 80% of valuation.

Viewing is open from 12.00 noon and the sales start at 1.00pm each day. Entry free.

ABA Auctions in Market Street, Yeovil have their next auction on Saturday 3rd June from 10.00am.

Viewing prior to the auction.

All lots on easylive.com The Antiques Sunday Fairs at Wardon Hill Trading Post at Evershot Post this month are: Toy Fair on Sunday 4th; Militaria Fair on Sunday 11th; Vintage Fair on Sunday 18th. Full events calendar and if you require a stand call 01935 83069 or email whtpost@yahoo.com.

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Duke's in Dorchester have a General Sale at Avenue Auctions, Weymouth Avenue on Tuesday 6th and 27th from 10.30am.

Catalogue available online and viewing Saturday and Monday prior to the auction.

Lawrence's in Crewkerne have their usual General Sales on Wednesdays 7th, 14th, 21st and 28th.

All these sales start at 9.30am and viewing is from the Tuesday before the sale from 9.00am to 7.00pm. For more information go to their website.

Duke's have a Silver and Jewellery Auction at Brewery's Square, Dorchester on Thursday 8th and Furniture and Works of Art on Friday 9th from 10.30am.

Catalogue available online and viewing Saturday and Monday prior to the auction.

There is a new Antiques and Collectors Fair taking place at Digby Church Hall, Sherborne on Saturday 10th June from 10,00am to 4.00pm.

On Sunday 12th a Toy Collectors Fair takes place at the Bath & West Showground, Shepton Mallet from 10.30am to 2.30pm.

The fair has over 300 stands so toys galore of every shape, make and size. Entry £3.50.

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01749 677049 Lawrence's in Crewkerne have a Fine Art Sale of Books, Maps, Manuscripts and Photography starting from 10.00am on Wednesday 16th. For more information and viewing go to their website.

On Sunday 18th from 10.00am the Charterhouse Classic & Vintage Cars Auction takes place at the Bath & West Showground, Shepton Mallet. The auction is a highlight in the vintage motorcyclist's calendar with bikes on sale ranging from all prices.

McCubbing & Redfern Auction Rooms at Wells has a Fine Art, Antiques and Collectable Auction on Wednesday 21st from 9.30am. Viewing for all sales from Monday 10.00am to 5.00pm and Tuesday

10.00am to 7.00pm.

Further information from 0174 678099.

Charterhouse Auctioneers has a Wine, Port and Whisky Auction on Thursday 22nd and on Friday 23rd a Medals, Coins, Stamps, Militaria, Clocks and Collector's Items. Both auctions start at 10.00am in their Long Street Salesrooms in Sherborne.

Full catalogue online at www.charterhouseauction.com On Monday 26th from 10.00am Lyme Bay Auctions at Seaton have their monthly general auction of furniture, antiques, collectables, artwork and household goods. Viewing is the weekend before the sale and from 9.00am on the morning. Live online bidding takes place at easylive.com as well as @the-saleroom.com

23-24 Market Street, Yeovil. 01935 431059 Date of next Auction:

Saturday 3rd June 10.00am We also do Valuations, Probate & House Clearances + Wed-Sat (10-5) & Sun (11-4) customers can buy direct from the showroom Viewing Friday and on day All auctions also on EasyLive

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CHARTERHOUSE Alvis is a Classic AUCTIONEERS & VALUERS Tourer A pre-war Alvis motor car is one of the star cars in the Charterhouse June auction of classic and vintage cars where it is estimated to sell for over £100,000.

Delivered new in 1936 this Alvis Speed 20 SD was originally supplied with a 4 door Charlesworth coach built body.

Although it has had a low ownership over the past 80 years,

history from new and just 6 owners in over 80 years, this fine Alvis Speed 20 SD Tourer is estimated to sell for £100,000-120,000* at the Charterhouse classic & vintage car auction on Sunday 18th June, which is being held in conjunction with the Footman James Bristol Classic Car Show at The Royal Bath & West Showground, Shepton Mallet.

Group Captain Clive Stanbury CBE DSO DFC £20,000-30,000

Classic & Vintage Cars Sunday 18th June Wine, Port & Whisky Thursday 22nd June Medals, Coins, Stamps, Militaria, Clocks & Collector’s Items Friday 23rd June We are accepting items for these auctions

Further items may be delivered to the salerooms or contact Richard Bromell for a home visit

The Long Street Salerooms Sherborne DT9 3BS 01935 812277 www.charterhouse-auction.com

The 1936 Alvis Speed 20 SD Tourer

the decision was taken in 1996 to re-body the car with an Alvis Vanden Plas 4.3 litre style touring body. This body was hand crafted over a new ash frame and still looks in great shape today. Fitted with a 3 litre six cylinder engine into a four speed gearbox with overdrive, the current owner, who lives in Devon, has not only toured around Britain in this car, but also across France.

Part of the Devon collection, this car has featured in the Alvis Owners Club magazines and been used by Richard Hoskins Insurance in a classic car marketing campaign. With continuous

Charterhouse is now accepting further entries for this specialist classic and vintage car auction and for their two day auction on Thursday 22nd & Friday 23rd June which includes coins, stamps, medals & collectors’ items along with nearly 5,000 bottles of wine, port & spirits.

For further information regarding these auctions, or to arrange a home visit, please contact Matthew Whitney or Nicola Holmes at Charterhouse, The Long Street Salerooms, Sherborne 01935 812277 or email items for valuation at info@charterhouse-auction.com

Toy & Militaria Antique Fairs Wardon Hill Trading Post has over 50 resident traders all under one roof and on one level making it easily accessible.

They also have plenty of free parking and a cafe on site for a good breakfast and snack lunch.

This month they are holding a Toy Fair on Sunday 4th June followed by a Militaria on the following Sunday 11th from

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For a variety of fairs to be held each weekend this year Antique / Mystic / Collectors / Militaria Book / Toy / Food / Flea For a full 2017 calendar or to book a stall please contact us on

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9.00am-4,00pm. There is a large marquee so there is lots to buy come rain or shine and there are still a few spaces available. For anyone that would like an events calendar for 2017 or information on having a stall at one of their fairs please call 01935 83069 or email them at whtpost@yahoo.com

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Property, Home & Interiors Best Addresses to come with Air Quality Alert...

Those of you who have let houses know that you have to provide all types of certificates including energy efficient for the property. However, Estate Agents have said that pollution has become an increasingly important consideration for buyers, so much so that property listings may have to adapt to inform buyers of air quality in their neighbourhood.

'I do not think it will be long before it is compulsory to display pollution information' Mark Hayward, Chief Executive of the National Association of Estate Agents.

This would mean that traditionally expensive areas in the middle of cities would come with a health warning, putting them on par with properties along busy routes. In London, much of the centre, including very expensive areas such as Mayfair and Park Lane, regularly exceeds safe air quality levels. However, this would also affect busy roads all over the country including some in our readership area.

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Why Families are Building a 'Graddy' Once we had a granny annexe but today families are adding a 'graddy' annexe for a graduate child who has returned home, or for younger offspring. Of all the annexes in England and Wales, 40% were built in the past two years to homeowners who are unable to relocate because of Stamp Duty and mortgage lending curbs which is making them stay put and renovate.

Most annexes are still for elderly relatives. However there has been an increase in 'graddy' annexes as parents tackle the problem of 'twentysomethings' struggling to afford high rents and unable to get on the property ladder themselves.

Needless to say, young adults still want their independence and do

not want to move back into their old bedroom so this is the ideal solution. This way they can save money they would otherwise lose on the open rental market and start saving for a deposit so they can move out.

An annexe can vary in price from about £25,000 to £160,000 and most have a timber frame and are timber-clad. Those built in concrete are likely to be deemed to be permanent construction which will require planning permission.

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by Lauren Hill BRUTON Every Thursday at 11.00am starting by the Museum there is a 40 minute Health Walk. For more details call Bryan Pearson on 01749 938191. Every Saturday morning between 10.00am and 12.00 noon at the Community Hall there is a coffee morning to raise funds for local charities.

On Saturday 27th May money raised goes to Royal British Legion, on Saturday 3rd June funds go to the WI, on Saturday 10th to Ladybird’s Pre School, on Saturday 17th to Bruton Cubs and Scouts and on Saturday 24th.

There are hot drinks and refreshments served as well as cakes, books, bric-a-brac and a raffle. For more details call 01749 812074.

CASTLE CARY From Friday 26th to Monday 29th May at The George Hotel do not forget there is a Beer, Cider and Gin Festival. On Saturday 27th from 9.30am at the Market House the Cinnamon Trust host a Coffee Morning. On Tuesday 30th at 7.30pm at Caryford Hall see the film ‘The Light Between Oceans’. Tickets £5 in advance, £6 on the door. See Movies Around the Villages & Towns. On Thursday 1st June at 7.30pm at the Methodist School Room the Gardening Association have a talk called ‘In Pursuit of the Plants of Peru’ with Hilary Little.

On Saturday 3rd at 7.00pm at Caryford Hall the Twinning Association have a Musical Evening with musician Finnian McGurk whose forte is sea shanties. Non members £1.

For more details call 01963 240837. On Saturday 10th from 10.00am at the Market House it is the Short Mat Bowls Coffee Morning. On Thursday 15th from 2.00pm from Milbrook Surgery there is a Walk and Talk with a very short walk followed by tea and a talk at the Market House.

Also on Thursday 15th from 2.30pm at Caryford Hall the Camelot U3A will be holding the Annual Open Day and Enrolment and combining with their 25th Anniversary Celebration. Find out what they do, meet group leaders and

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celebrate their anniversary. On Saturday 17th from 10.00am at the Market House the Theatrical Group have a Coffee Morning.

On Saturday 24th from 9.30am the Guides also have a Coffee Morning. On Tuesday 27th at Caryford Hall from 7.30pm the film showing is ‘Viceroy’s House’. Starring Hugh Bonneville and Gillian Anderson. Tickets £5 in advance or £6 on the door. See Movies Around the Villages & Towns.

CREWKERNE Every Tuesday at the Sports Centre from 5.00pm join in at the weekly Walking Netball sessions. No need to book. First session free then £3.50 per session. On Friday h May at 7.30pm at Wadham School the Film Club have their Members’ Choice evening. This is the final film of the season.

On Friday 16th June at Henhayes Centre from 12.30pm there is a Chef’s Special Lunch. Cost £8.

For more details and to book call 01460 74340. On Wednesday 21st from 7.30pm at Norton Sub Hamdon Village Hall the Crewkerne and District Astronomical Society have a talk called ‘Ten Ways the Universe Tries to Kill You’ with Steve Tonkin. On Saturday 24th at the Henhayes Centre from 10.00am to 12.00 noon there is the usual ‘Big Breakfast’.

Egg, sausage, bacon, tomato or beans, tea and coffee for £4.

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ILMINSTER Until Saturday 27th May at the Warehouse Theatre at 7.30pm see ‘The Odd Couple’. Tickets £9, Students £5 available from Harrimans Menswear, Silver Street or on 07943 779880. See Arts.

From Wednesday 31st May to Thursday 8th June it is the Ilminster Literary Festival. An exciting and enjoyable opportunity to meet a variety of authors, editors, and script writers through discussion, talks and meetings, all at affordable prices. For more details see www.ilminsterliteraryfestival.org On Saturday 3rd June at the Market House from 8.30pm to 12.30pm go along to the monthly Produce Market. If you are interested in having a stall at £5 contact Emma Jane at 01460 298090. On Friday 23rd from 7.00pm at Monks Yard, Horton Cross Farm go along to ‘Songwriters in the Round’. An evening of original music featuring artists Ellie Baer, Danny Sumbler, Emi McDade, Elijah Wolf and Ange Hardy.

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LANGPORT On Monday 5th June at the Library at 7.30pm the History Society have a talk called ‘The Legacy of Somerset and Dorset Railway’ with Mike Beale. Non members £2. If you would like to become a member of the Society phone 01458 273471 or just go along to the meeting.

SHERBORNE On Saturday 27th May from 9.30am to 12.00 noon outside Yeatman Hospital there is a Plant and Cake Sale.

For details 01935 814985.

On Saturday 27th from 9.30am to 4.00pm at Digby Hall it is the monthly Chasty Cottage Antique Fair. Entry £1. On Monday 29th from 10.00am to 6.00pm it is the Sherborne Castle Country Fair. This family day out is a traditional country fair with displays and attractions, trade and craft stands and a rare and native breed animal show.

Tickets Adults £12, Children (516) £4, Under 5’s free. Save 15% when you purchase your tickets in advance on 01749 813899. On Saturday 3rd June 10.00am to 4.00pm at Digby Hall ArtsLink has a Naturally Dyed Silk Scarves and Shibori workshop with textile artist Annabel Wilson. Materials included. Book with ArtsLink 01935 815899. Also on Saturday 3rd between 10.00am to 4.00pm Sherborne Kitchens in Half Moon Street have an Open Day. Six kitchen displays, extensive door library and great offers. Free integrated Bosch dishwasher with all orders placed for kitchen units over £2,500 plus free discount vouchers on the day worth 10% off your new kitchen units. On Monday 5th at 7.30pm at Digby Church Hall the Sherborne Abbey Insight Programme host a talk called ‘The Vicar’s Tale’ with Revd Nelva Moss celebrating Women’s Priestly Ministry.

Over 25 years ago the General Synod of the Church of England voted to allow the ordination of women to the priesthood. This decision changed the nature of the Church of England fundamentally. In 1989 Nelva was a mum anticipating a return to teaching. In 1990 she began training for ordination.

Tickets £5 from 01935 812452 www.insight.sherborneabbey.com On Saturday 8th at 7.30pm at Digby Hall the Gardeners’ Association have a talk called ‘Where Did Our Favourite Plants Come From’ with Marion Dale, a gardening designer and planting consultant. Visitors £2. On Friday 9th at 7.30pm at

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the Raleigh Hall the SherborneaLiterary Society host An Evening to ‘Celebrate the Life and Works of William Barnes’, the Dorset poet. Wine and canapés served. Tickets £5 from Winstone’s Bookshop or on the door. On Saturday 10th 10.00am to 4.00pm at Digby Hall ArtsLink have an Ink Drawing workshop with artist Diana Pilcher. Explore the versatility of ink as a medium and extend your drawing and painting skills, working with brush or pen. Book with ArtsLink 01935 815899. On Saturday 10th from 10.00 to 4.00pm at Digby Church Hall there is an Antiques and Collectors Fair. See Antiques.

On Monday 12th from 9.30am to 3.30pm at the Digby Hall the West Country Embroiderers have a workshop called ‘Frilly Flowers’. New members welcome. For details call Ann on 01963 34696. On Wednesday 14th at 7.30pm at the Digby Church Hall Sherborne Flicks presents ‘Lion’. Tickets £6 available from the TIC. See Movies Around the Villages & Towns. On Saturday 17th from 9.30am to 4.00pm at Digby Hall it is the monthly Chasty Cottage Antique Fair. Entry £1. On Saturday 17th from 10.00am to 4.00pm at Digby Church Hall it is the 13th Annual Summer Craft Fair.

Admission free. On Saturday 17th it is the Sherborne Summer Festival from 12.00 noon to 10.00pm in Purlieu Meadow.

There will be two stages, one for bands and one for local community acts. The Jo Burt Experience are headlining the day, with the Sherborne Town Band opening the event. The Wiggle Valley Jazz Band, Flatland Boogie Band, utter Chaos and more will be performing during the event.

There will be lots for children to do and see including an archery display. They can also have a go at fly fishing and weather permitting they hope to have a flyover from Yeovilton.

Free admission. On Saturday 18th at 10.00am from Sherborne Castle it is the 5K and 10K Race for Life for Cancer Research UK. To enter visit raceforlife.org or call 0300 123 0770. Boys (6-12) £10, Girls (6-15) £10, Women (16+) £14.99, under six free and no registration needed. On Monday 19th at 7.30pm at Digby Church Hall the Sherborne Abbey Insight Programme host a talk called ‘The Chaplain’s Tale’ with Revd Preb. Angela BernersWilson was the first woman to be ordained to the priesthood in the Church of England.

Presently the Rector of the Quantock Towers benefice she

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has for much of her ministry served as a University Chaplain first at Thames Polytechnic, the University of Bristol and most recently at Bath University.

Tickets £5 available from www.insight.sherborneabbey.co m or 01935 812452 (office hours only). From Monday 19th to Saturday 24th it is ‘Livewell Sherborne Week’. Last year’s highly successful Sherborne Health & Wellbeing Fair is being extended to a full week of opportunities for local people of all ages to find out more about how to help themselves live happy, healthy and independent lives. Featuring lots of local exhibitors promoting their services at locations around the town. The initiative is supported by local GP practices and the Yeatman Hospital which is holding an Open Day on Monday 19th. The Gryphon, Oxley and Sherborne Sports Centres will be running various taster sessions and if you feel it is time for an MOT then free health checks for 4074 year olds are available at Boots. Expert advice will be on hand from health coaches and the week will include a series of Health Walks to encourage more of us to enjoy the social and health benefits of regular exercise. On Saturday 24th and Sunday 25th at 12.30pm and 3.00pm Sherborne Castle host their Spectacular Jousting Tournament with two tournaments a day displaying different skills . Tickets £10, 515 years £5, family £25 and

under 5’s free. Advance tickets receive a 10% discount via 01935 813182 or at the TIC. For more details see Out & About. On Sunday 25th from 3.Out & Aboutpm at Cheap Street Church it is the Wessex Strings Summer Concert.

Programme includes Handel Concerto Grossi Op 6 No1, Mahler Adagietto for Strings, Satie Gymnopedie Nos 1 and 2, Parry and An English Suite.

Tickets £9 in advance (includes tea afterwards) from Sherborne TIC or £10 on the door, under 18’s free.

SOMERTON On Friday 3rd June from 10.00am to 2.00pm at the Market Place go along to the monthly Market. Plenty of stalls including meat, plants, soaps and candles, Italian cheeses, bespoke catering and more.

On Monday 12th and Monday 26th at 10.45am at West Street Church Somerton Sings are meeting. They sing anything well known, songs from the shows and old English melodies. For details call 01458 272750. On Saturday 17th from 10.00am to 4.00pm at the Old Town Hall ACE Arts host a ‘Willow Workshop’ with Angela Morley. Learn to make frame baskets. Entry £50, early booking recommended, from 01458 273008. On Saturday 17th at 7.30pm at the Parish Room see the film ‘A United Kingdom’. Tickets £6 available from Cobbs, Brunel Precinct or from 01458 241808.

See Movies Around the Villages & Towns. On Thursday 22nd from 10.15am at Wessex House there is a Volunteers Coffee Morning. On Friday 23rd at 10.00am to 12.00 noon at the Edgar Community Hall the U3A are meeting.

After any announcements there will be a guest speaker. Non members £1.50. On Saturday 24th from 10.30am at Green Down Nature Reserve the Somerset Wildlife Trust have a ‘Large Blue Butterfly Walk’ discovering what makes it such a good site for the butterfly!

Adults £2.50, under 16’s free.

For more details call 01278 722734. On Thursday 29th at 8.30pm at the Sports Club there is a Quiz Night. Teams of up to six people, £2 per person. All welcome to this friendly monthly brain teaser.

WINCANTON On Saturday 27th May at the Library from 10.00am go along to ‘Bugs and Bees’. The Friends of the Library are hosting a summertime story and craft event for children aged 4 - 10 years. Please register at the Library Desk in advance as places are limited. On Saturday 3rd June from 10.00am to 2.00pm at St Peter and St Paul’s Church there is a Parish Church Path Fete. There will be lots of lovely stalls including jewellery, toys, cakes, ‘buy a tin’, candy floss, country dancing, tombola, raffle, hot dogs and much more. On Saturday 17th at the Memorial

Hall from 10.00am to 1.00pm there is a Table Top Sale.

Refreshments available. Raising funds for The Balsam Centre, Alzheimers Group. Tables £5.

For bookings e-mail tabletopsale@bruevalleyrotary.org YEOVIL From Tuesday 30th May to Sunday 2nd July at Ninesprings there is a Fairy Tale Trail. Find the missing letter to make a word and as this is a self-led trail will take approximately one hour to complete. There is an adventurous pushchair route available. Once upon a time at Ninesprings Hansel and Gretel went into the woods to find their fairy friends and they have left a trail of breadcrumbs for you to follow. Cost £1 per sheet. For more details call 01935 462781. On Wednesday 31st May to Saturday 3rd June at 7.45pm the Civic Players presents ‘Dead Lock’ at the Swan Theatre. Tickets £9, Students £8, Wednesday night offer – two tickets for £15, available from 07800 747601.

See Arts. On Saturday 3rd June at 7.30pm at the Conservative Club it is the Radio Camelot Quiz Night. Tickets £6 per team, light refreshments included. On Saturday 3rd, 10th and 24th at 7.30pm there is a Whist Drive held at Holy Trinity Church Hall Lysander Road.

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Monday 26th from 11.00am at Registration is £25 and Yeovil Country Park there is a minimum sponsorship is £50 but Teddy Bears Picnic in the places are limited. For meadows. Take your own picnic registration or information and blanket and join in the phone 01935 383020. On fun. There will be stories, craft Monday 12th at 12.00 noon at the and face painting. Free entry.

Yeovil Court Hotel The Probus On Wednesday 28th the Blackmore Club have a lunch followed by a Vale and National Trust talk on ‘The Amazon from the Association will be visiting Andes to Atlantic’. New Houghton Lodge in Stockbridge. members are always welcome.

This offers a unique visit to see For more details call Geoff an early example of a Gothic Byham on 01935 881422. On Cottage Orne that is still a Wednesday 14th The Conduit Grade II listed family home. The Cinema Club have their next Lodge is set in 14 acres of park outing. There is normally a and water meadows on the coffee or a meal afterwards to famous tranquil River Test. discuss the film and plan the On Wednesday 28th at 7.30pm at next one. Please ensure to book Holy Trinity Church the Floral your tickets the weekend before Society have a floral showing of the film. Film to be demonstration by Florist Jane determined nearer the time. For Cowling of Eden Floral Design. more details email Visitors £5. After a growing lesleyradiance@yahoo.co.uk, or demand for the service PSJ Jewellers will now offer regular Valuation Days starting on Friday 30th June and the last Friday of each month.

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Matt Saunders BVetMed MRCVS is a Director at the Newton-Clarke Partnership with surgeries in Yeovil and Sherborne

by Elisabeth Bletsoe, Curator, Sherborne Museum

Times are changing Sherborne’s Forgotten s I sit to write this article it is 7.40pm on 5th of May. Today was the first day working out of our new practice on Preston Road. So many months of planning, so much hard work and finally we are in. It will take a while to get used to as it is just so different to our old site and if I am honest it felt a little bit like working at someone else's practice today!

We are all really proud of our new surgery but it is important to remember that people come to our practice because of the staff who work here and the job that they do on a daily basis but we now have a surgery that thoroughly does them justice. Have a look at our face book page for a sneak peek or pop in to say hello and have a nose around.

Now it is time to put my vet hat back on again. There is evidence the numbers of ticks affecting dogs and people is increasing and this is likely due to increased travel abroad and climate change. Few would disagree given the weather we have had in April and early May this year. Ticks are arachnids and closely related to spiders, they stand on the ends of grass and vegetation waving their legs waiting for an animal to brush past so they can climb aboard. Ticks can cause irritation and localised reactions but more importantly are vectors for a number of serious diseases in both dogs and people.

The most well know and widespread is Lyme disease. It is caused by a bacterial infection and causes vague flulike symptoms, a lameness which shifts from limb to limb,

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and fever. A classic ‘bulls-eye’ lesion is found in both dogs and people alike. Appropriate antibiotics are effective once a diagnosis is made. Ehrlichiosis and Babesiosis are less common and rarer in the UK than other parts of Europe but we are now seeing cases diagnosed in Southern England. With increasing pet travel and gradual climate change, both these diseases

will become more commonplace in this country.

There are several ways to prevent ticks but there are two treatments we routinely recommend. The first is a tablet called Bravecto; it kills fleas and ticks and lasts 3 months. The second is a medicated collar called Seresto. It prevents fleas and ticks attaching, is safe, effective and given it lasts 7-8 months offers excellent value.

Combining either of these products with an effective monthly wormer such as Milquantel provides complete protection against all internal and external parasites.

With the increase in pet travel abroad, parasitic infections and other exotic diseases are on the rise so if you do travel, it is important to contact one of our surgeries for advice on appropriate preventative medicine but even at home, without protection our pets are still at significant risk.

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Botanical Artist he Victorians considered the painting of flowers was a morally improving activity for women and undoubtedly there were many middle-class ladies who enjoyed it merely as a pleasant pursuit.

There were several dedicated women, however, who made significant contributions to both the science and art of botanical painting but who have been largely overlooked by history.

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Thomas Ward Wilson and Augusta Jarvis. She was educated at St. Anthony’s and from 1900-1902 at Sherborne Girls’ School. Thomas, a popular housemaster at the Boys’ School, frequently took Diana out with his students on field trips where she became inspired by his passion for natural history.

Another influence was Littleton Powys, one of the famous literary brothers, with whom she often “compared notes on flowers, birds and bugs”. Kathleen Moore, Deputy Head at the Girls’ School, further encouraged her potential.

When she was only 16, Diana started painting a remarkable series of local flora directly from nature straight onto the page, continuing after Thomas’s retirement when the family moved to Uploders House, near Bridport.

In 1912 she travelled alone to Brazil to stay with her cousin Dorothy in Sao Paulo. En route she visited Dr. Willis, Director of the Jardim Botanico in Rio, with the aim of providing specimens for his herbarium. She was also asked to illustrate certain butterflies for Professor Poulton, a leading entymologist.

In 1914, she married biologist Philip Furley Fyson, a lecturer at the Presidency College in Madras; together they became pioneering

botanists promoting conservation and producing the first illustrated Flora of the Southern Indian foothills. Their work in the Shola Forests opened up the way for scientific exploration of the Western Ghats and the area has since become a Biosphere Reserve. The Fysons are still greatly respected among Indian botanists and Diana was affectionately called “The Lady of the Palms and Paddy-Fields”.

Diana never forgot her native town and towards the end of her life in Northumbria she started corresponding with Oliver Holt, a Sherborne School master, art historian and naturalist, with whom she reminisced about riding her pony “throughout all that lovely countryside”.

When Diana died in 1969, Oliver suggested to her daughter Ruth that the early watercolours be donated to Sherborne Museum and he personally paid for their conservation and care. Our watercolour collection is significant because it shows the development

of Diana’s considerable skills and provides a valuable record of plants in this locality at the turn of the 20th century. The paintings are intrinsically aesthetically pleasing and are well worth studying just for themselves.

The Museum is open from Tues-Sat 10.30am-4.30pm from now until 14th December.

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June Gardening

by Mike Burks Managing Director of The Gardens Group

Wildlife friendly gardening for small spaces hen people think of wildlife havens for birds, insects and mammals, they will naturally think of a large piece of untouched land in the countryside. However, gardens are a crucial habitat for most creatures and by introducing certain plants, it can encourage wildlife to thrive.

TMany gardeners now choose plants not only for their own benefit but also for local wildlife.

When planning a wildlife friendly garden, it is important to remember garden size should not be an issue, Space for such plants can be provided by even the smallest of gardens; it is always best to choose a plant that is the right fit for your garden. For smaller spaces, there are a variety of smaller shrubs, such as the Mexican Orange Blossom, also known as Choisya Aztec Pearl, which has dark green foliage and white star-shaped flowers. An ‘Aztec Pearl’ grows two or three feet and this small shrub holds a mass of scented foliage in the spring and sporadically throughout the year. A close relative is the

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Choisya Aztec Gold, which too is an evergreen with just as many flowers and cheerful foliage throughout the year.

Another dwarf form of an old favourite is the Buddleia ‘Purple Chip’, which grows to a manageable three feet and is perfect for smaller spaces as it is quite happy sitting in a large container. The sweetly scented, deep blue flowers smother the plant in the summer and is an instant attraction for bees, butterflies and other pollinating insects. As it does not self-seed, to keep it flowering well it will need to be hard pruned in March, this promotes lots of fresh growth and in turn lots of flowers too.

In the herbaceous garden, the Verbena Bonariensis is a superb choice, it has tall stems of pink flowers which seem to float three or four feet above the ground on

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slender stems. Being away from the foliage of other plants, makes the flowers an ideal landing spot for flying insects and butterflies in particular.

Another variety that drives the insects mad is the Sedum Autumn Joy, which has ‘blue’ foliage with vibrant pink flowers which form in the late summer.

Herbaceous salvias are perfect for most gardens, they are easy to keep, come in a range of colours and are magnets for bees and butterflies. For a vibrant blue to accent in the border of the garden, Salvia Caradonna is perfect! It will grow upright to two feet with each growing shoot sporting a violet spike of flower, with stems that are almost black to really make the colours stand out.

Finally, bedding plants which are most commonly used to frame the garden and can look fabulous all year long, are actually great sources of food for wildlife.

When choosing a bedding plant to encourage wildlife, it is usually best to choose single flowers over doubles, mostly because insects find it easier reaching the less elaborate blooms. Ageratum, in particular the High Tide variety, tends to be a very popular dining venue for beneficial insects, especially bees due to its heady scent.

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May Plant Fairs & Garden Openings On Saturday 3rd June from 11.00am to 6.00pm at the Village Hall and Chedington Court Great Hall there is the Open Gardens and Studios.

They have 13 gardens open to explore in this pretty, conservation village.

They range from small cottage gardens to the extensive grounds of Chedington Court, with lots of sizes, styles and personalities in between!

As an added bonus, 10 of their home grown artists and makers are opening the doors of their studios and workshops featuring a wide variety of arts and crafts, with something for everyone.

For more information phone Susan on 01935 891925.

On Sunday 11th from 2.00pm to 6.00pm at Middle Chinnock there is an Open Gardens.

Teas, plants and flower festival in the church. Admission £4, under 12’s free, in aid of St Margaret’s Church.

On Saturday 17th and Sunday 18th June the Cerne Abbas Open Gardens celebrates its 42nd opening this year. There are 25 private gardens, which are normally hidden from view, which will be open from 2.00pm to 6.00pm. Tea and cake served in the Church from 2.00pm and an excellent plant stall in the village square from 1.00pm (with a crèche where you can leave your plants for the

afternoon). Proceeds benefiting local charities. Day tickets Adults £6, Weekend tickets £10, children free. Tickets available in the car park (open from 11.00am) or in village square from 1.00pm. Proceeds divided between Young Peoples’ Trust and The Miss Bush Riding for the Disabled Group. For more information visit www.cerneopengardens.org.uk

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Himalayan Hut at Minterne Gardens One of the exciting projects just completed for Minterne Gardens in the spring was the construction of an authentic Himalayan Hut. Traditionally these huts were built to provide mountain climbers and trekkers with a safe, comfortable and inviting lodging in which to rest, refuel and if necessary sit out inclement weather patterns.

The Head Gardener, Mark Bobin and Maintenance Manager, Mark Mumford constructed the Himalayan Hut from materials sourced entirely from Minterne Garden.

Gathering materials close to the area is in keeping with a typical hut construction - in the Himalayas most sites are on steep mountains.

The hut is constructed from stones, rocks and fossils to complete 3 walls; felled Larch from the garden was used for the frame, opening onto a small veranda and a tin roof top it off.

A range of rock-loving plants will be introduced into natural crevices in the outer walls including Campanula with its blue and rose tints and ferns, all of which will add to the authenticity of the building and provide a

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rainbow feast for the eyes. Other plants include Inula, Hookeri and Astrantia Major.

Adorning the Himalayan Hut are prayer flags - a colourful rectangular cloth, often found strung along mountain ridges and peaks high in the Himalayas. They are used to bless the surrounding countryside and for other purposes. Prayer flags are believed to have originated with Bon. In Bon, shamanistic Bonpo used primary-colored plain flags in healing ceremonies in Nepal.

They are unknown in other branches of Buddhism.

Garden visitors can enjoy quiet contemplation at Minterne Garden’s Himalayan Hut after enjoyinga Cream Tea on the East Terrace overlooking the lake.

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Food and Drink Cake prices rise & The Rum & Music Fest shoppers lose ££s Following the success of last years Gin & Music Festival at The Orchard Inn at Galhampton, this year they will be celebrating a range of Rums and Music styles on Saturday 22nd July from 2.00pm to 12.00pm. but gt your tickets early. Over 30 different rums and 4 fantastic acts will be available. This includes Pandango Steel Band Duo; Mojo - Stone Cold Players; John Prescott - The Swing Songster and Loose Connections. The main bar will be open as usual and the rum bar will be in the garden where the acts will be

Health experts have for years trying to wean us off cakes and sweets but who would have thought Brexit could succeed!

Prices have risen by as much as 25% since the pound value has pushed up the cost of imported ingredients. The price of Mr Kipling's Bakewell Tarts and Cadbury Milk Chocolate Cake Bars have risen by 10% and a Flake Celebration Cake which was £8 is now £10 at Morrisons.

Angel Delight has gone up as has Bird's Custard Powder.

playing. Food will be served throughout the day and the event is Family friendly although they do urge under 14’s to leave about 9.00pm. Tickets are in advance at £7.50 (under 14s free but gone by 9.00pm) direct from the pub on 01963 440751 or via their Facebook page.

Supermarkets have promised to keep prices down but prices could rise further if Britain leaves the EU without a trade deal according to the British Retail Consortium.

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The Conduit Dinner Club Why not join The Conduit Dinner Club? The meals are informal and there is no joining fee. There are normally 25-40 people who come along and the Club has a cross section of ages.

The evenings are a good way to get out and about to meet new people as well as try new restaurants – often with some great deals!

Due to numbers we nearly always have a set menu and

although everyone is asked for comments on their meal this is not for food critics. Our next meal will be at The Mitre Inn at Sandford Orcas on Wednesday 7th June. Remember if you know of a Restaurant that would like a review and for the Dinner Club to visit do contact the Editor, Franchesca Dening.

The Rising Sun Chinese takeaway offer delicious traditional Chinese cuisine freshly cooked to order for collection or delivery*. Using the very finest ingredients and setting the highest of standards. Please visit our website for our full menu.

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Gin Discovery On Saturday 24th June from 6.00pm to 8.00pm at The Queen’s Arms, Corton Denham go along to the Gin Discovering Event. From the joys of juniper to the delights of distillation, this event will explore the quintessentially English of spirits.

Botanical buffs and novices alike will get a taste of The Queens Arms’ extensive list of gins on a gin glider tasting board, consisting of three varieties mixed with Fever Tree Tonic, served with individually handpicked garnishes and cucumber based snacks. The host, Joe Ellis, will then delve into the rich history of gin and the story of how Sipsmith set up London’s first traditional copper distillery since 1820, before offering an insight into the finer points of sourcing botanicals, overnight maceration and the distillation process.

Whether served on the rocks or in handcrafted cocktails, by the open fire or on the terrace there will be over 20 concoctions using local and international gins. The menu includes Conker Spirit, a local gin from Dorset’s first distillery from Bournemouth, served with a garnish of tonka beans which inject delicate

flowery spices and a beautiful layer of vanilla. Other highlights include a Brecon Special Reserve served with a classic lime and juniper garnish, Hendrix accompanied by peppercorns and cucumber and the famous pink gin, Eden Mill, served with a beautiful hibiscus flower.

Tickets £15, which includes a gin glider tasting board and cucumber snacks, available from 01963 220317.

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Participating Restaurants:

Eat out locally with saving of at least 10% off your meal with our local Dining Card for just £10pa at over 26 restaurants!

We are adding more restaurant regularly just see our website!

Special Offers for June are below. Call now and reser ve your table: Bishops Caundle: White Hart (01963 23301) Weds: 8oz Sirloin Steak+ drink £12.95; Lunch for Smaller Appetites £5; Tues-Sat: £5 mains, £7.50 2 courses Bradford Abbas: Rose & Crown Inn (01935 474506) Thurs Steak Night - 2 steaks + wine £25. Fri Lunch Fish, chips, peas & pudding £6.95. Mon-Fri Senior citizens lunch £6.95 Castle Cary: George Hotel (01963 350761) Sun Steak Night: 2 Rumps £20 + wine; Wed: Gin cocktail + Steak Special Evershot: The George Albert Hotel (01935 483430) 10% discount for Harry Redknapp Evening Hambridge: Brown & Forrest Smokery Restaurant (01458 250875) Ilchester: Nuova Italia Restorante & Pizzeria (01935 840033) Free Delivery 10 miles Take Away Service The Northover Manor (01935 840447) Fri Night: Surf or Turf for two £20 Merriott: Kings Head (01460 78912) Montacute: Kings Arms (01935 822255) Over Stratton: New Farm Restaurant (01460 240584) Sandford Orcas: Mitre Inn (01963 220271) South Cadbury: The Camelot Pub (01963 441685) South Petherton: The Lopen Raj (01460 242566) 10% off Takeaway Orders.

Card discount on Mon-Wed only Sherborne: Flaming Lily Tearoom (01935 815568) 2 teas for £20. See website for details.

Teddy Rowe (01935 389330) Tues: 2 steak burger & fries £10.95; Wed: 2 Curries £18.95; Thurs: 2 rump steaks & bottle of wine £29.95; Fri: 2 beer battered Cod & Chips £19.95 Crown Inn (01935 816115) Fri: Lunch & 5.30-7.30 selected ale £2 pint, Cod & Chips £5* Eastbury Hotel (01935 813131) Sherborne Golf Club (01935 812475) The Dining Room (01935 815154) Tues-Sat Lunch: Starter + Main + wine £21.95 Three Wishes (01935 817777) Min spend of £6pp 10% off coffee & tea West Camel: Walnut Tree (01935 851292) Wincanton: The Dolphin Hotel (01963 32215) Mon Night: Carvery Special; Wed: Steak Night; Thurs Night: Free starter or cdessert Yeovil: Sienna Restaurant (01935 508113) 10% off drinks and food eaten in restaurant Prime Kitchen Co (01935 471569) Mem-Saab Indian Restaurant (01935 414103) No discount on Banqut Night * Extra card discount not applicable

For all offers and 'Special' Evening Menus, etc go to: www.TheConduitMagazine.co.uk and click on 'Food & Drink'. If you have not already got a card then click on: 'Join the Dining Club' and send in the form and cheque to: The Conduit Magazine or buy one from Sherborne or Yeovil Tourist Information Centre or Cartgate (A303) or from any of the participating businesses.

The Conduit Dining Card - Great Savings & Great Offers We now have 26 local restaurants participating with 10% discounts off your food bill for up to 4 people each time and sometimes much more with various offers. The George Albert Hotel are offering 10% with your card on places at the Harry RedKnapp Evening on Saturday 4th June that is £8 for a couple or £16 for four of you. See Participating Restaurants opposite or the website for more deals.

For just £10pa you only need use the card 2 or 3 times and you get discounts for the rest of the year!

Now that is what we call good value. There are some restrictions like other 'special offers' and exclusions such as Bank Holidays but the rest of the time you keep saving. You can also try some great restaurants and pubs in the area.

You can buy a card by filling out the

application form below or applying online under 'Food & Drink' and click on 'Join the Dining Club' at www.TheConduitMagazine.co.uk.

You will also find all the participating restaurants, contact details and various offers as well as the full Terms and Conditions online Fill out the short application form and send a cheque made payable to: The Conduit Magazine and pop it in the post. We will return your card straight away. Alternatively pop into WDDC or SSDC TICs and pick one up straight away. If you have any questions just give a ring on 01935 424724. This scheme is a local initiative to help local businesses and save, you our local readers, money when you go out so what are you waiting for... The cards make a great present which lasts a year!

Get Value for Money Eat out locally and save each time with our local Dining Card for just £10pa. Join Now! Benefits of The Dining Club Card: - All participating pubs, restaurants, cafes and hotels offer a MINIMUM of 10% off your food bill for up to 4 people if not more - When you eat out you can now see anytime online from a wide selection of food offers currently available in the area along with full contact details and opening times - Receive the discount even when you dine with friends - Receive a monthly e-mail newsletter, with all the latest news, offers and competitions from participating businesses - UNLIMITED use of your card for one year the day you receive it for less than £1 per month!

- This is a local scheme supporting local businesses These cards make great gifts which last a year so order one now!

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Jewellery & Gems

Fashion & More

by Anthony White FGS FGA, PSJ Princes Street Jeweller

by Thelma Drabik, Melbury Gallery

Jewellery Loss & Damage t is unlikely you will have suffered a loss like this!

However if you happen to lose or damage one of your favourite pieces of jewellery, you will almost certainly be distressed and unfortunately enquiries from customers who have suffered a burglary are not uncommon. We are also frequently asked by customers to rescue damaged rings; examples over the years having been crushed in a door jamb, chewed by the dog and even a collection of rings accidentally burnt in a fire!

Regrettably it is not possible to compensate for everything, but once you come to terms

the hallmark give its age? If so is it antique?

Gems: Are those white stones diamonds or simulants (or even synthetic)? What are those blue stones? Ssapphire, iolite, tanzanite or something rarer?

The green ones… are they emerald, green sapphire, tourmaline, tsavorite?

What tests do I need to carry out to be certain?

There is also the fundamental question .."what is this valuation to be used for?" Is it to provide a replacement price for insurance, an estimate of auction price or a value for division between parties (e.g..

Probate).

with the emotional issues, the next stage is usually to address your loss in money terms. That means turning to your insurance policy and the first thing they will need is an up to date jewellery valuation.

Antiques Road Show makes fascinating television but it does give the misleading impression of "instant valuations". This just does not happen: you do not see all the detailed examination and research that goes on before the camera is turned on!

Here are some of the many questions that may be raised over an item of jewellery:Metal: Are there any hallmarks ? Is this yellow metal gold or gold- plated base metal? If gold, what carat value? If it is white metal is it platinum, palladium, silver or white gold?

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am so delighted to announce that Melbury Gallery was given a national award for ’The Greats’ ‘Best Gift Retailer of Jewellery and Fashion Accessories 2017' on 4th May in a fantastic ceremony at Grosvenor House Hotel in Park Lane, London, organised by Progressive Gifts Magazine. It was such an enjoyable and fun day! I honestly did not expect to win, and we are all still absolutely buzzing and walking on air!

We are so proud of our shops in Sherborne and Dorchester as everybody works really hard to give customers a great choice when they come in to buy something special or just a treat for themselves! I would like to say a big thank you to all our creative designers and suppliers,

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our amazing staff who are all so enthusiastic, helpful and knowledgeable about the jewellery and accessories that we sell, and, of course, all our wonderful, loyal customers!

As summer is (sort of!) upon us, we have got some great colours and styles to get you in a sunny mood, and with our fantastic brands, there is plenty to choose from for all pockets and sizes.

Lily & Me is one of our best sellers, with lovely fabric and great designs it is ideal, and very affordable too. Keep cool and stay elegant in Oska linen trousers and tops, and go for quirky with asymmetric Masai tunics. Finish your outfit off with a gorgeous scarf and a statement necklace, all available from Melbury!

All these decisions completely depend on a very detailed valuation carried out by a specialist and appropriately qualified jewellery valuer, whose work is presented as a detailed and illustrated folio: it is also a legal document.

To meet the growing demand for this service, we at PSJ Jewellers are excited to offer a new regular Valuations Day service. Starting on Friday 30th June and continuing on the last Friday of each month, our professional IRV* valuer will be with us throughout the day.

Please speak to one of us at PSJ (01935 475936) to discuss and arrange your personal appointment. * Institute of Registered Valuers

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Financial Planning

by Edward Covill, Ten Go

by Mark Salter, Financial Planner.

“No madam, you smell, I stink” said Samuel Johnson, who thought personal hygiene was less important than correct English when told that he smelled. mell or stink, scampsters always seem to have ingenious ways to con us.

There is car matching; when you advertise the sale of a car, you are called and promised they will find a buyer if you pay an upfront fee and cash prize draws and lotteries that ask for cash before they will release the money. Never give your bank details to anyone you are not sure about.

One might think that the Government’s own scheme for house buyers, “Help to Buy” might be free of flaws, but it is costing many unwary people a lot of money. In the small print of the contract may be hidden the fact that the developer retains the freehold of the land. Buyers have to pay up or buy the freehold and this can cost £1,000’s. Ensure that your financial adviser is aware of the problem. It is thought that one in seven of buyers have been caught out.

Next winter may seem a long way off, but those on low incomes who are eligible for Winter Fuel Allowance, currently £143, should ensure that if switching energy supplier, they do so to a company involved in the scheme, so ensure that your suppler participates and if not consider changing before the autumn. If they do not take part, the payment is lost. Payments are made to the energy supplier.

Comparison sites do not usually take this into account so you should check this yourselves.

April saw huge price rises for householders' Council Tax 2%,

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Water bills 2%’TV Licences,1%,Energy average, 8% Health and dental charges 25%,first and second class postage stamps,1p,broadband, £2,calls to mobiles and 6p are typical rises. This makes it essential to get the best deals available.

We have offered advice in cutting some of the above.

There are a number of Government help schemes for those with handicaps and low incomes; these include attendance allowance, pension credit, carer’s allowance and council tax support in addition to the state pension. Your local Citizen’s Advice Bureau, an excellent organisation, will help you through the documentation to see if you are eligible.

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How much money do you really need for the rest of your life? he fact is the majority of people have no idea where they are heading financially. They may have assets, investments, high levels of income or even their own business, but most people have no idea what it all means or what sort of financial future awaits them.

On the one hand they do not want to retire too early, only to discover their money runs out.

On the other hand they do not want to retire too late and end up working when they should have been playing! Then again, because of paying tax all their lives and the significant amount of tax payable on death, they do not want to die with too much money… However they are afraid to spend it or give it away!

I strongly believe that what we all need to know is: “How much money do I really need for the rest of my life?” Having an insight into how much money you need is often enlightening and puts you in control of your future.

It can give you the freedom to live your life smarter and for your money to become more meaningful. After all, life is not a rehearsal and needs to be lived to the full.

So what is your number? It is the amount of money you need for the rest of your life - not just to survive but to live life to the maximum.

Is it 1 milliom or 2 million? A lot more or a lot less? You need to know! Without knowing your number, how can you plan? How can you decide what is best for you and your family. The great thing about discovering your number is that when you have

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found it you can then start to build it, nurture it, protect it - and most importantly – enjoy it!

As a Lifestyle Financial Planner, dealing with clients from all backgrounds, with various levels of wealth, I know that all our numbers are different but very few people know how much is enough.

I often remind myself of these quotes by Hunter S.Thompson: “A man who procrastinates in his choosing will inevitably have his choice made for him by circumstance” “Life should not be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in a pretty and well preserved body, but rather to skid in broadside, in a cloud of smoke, thoroughly used up, totally worn out, and loudly proclaiming Wow! What a ride!”

If you would like to find out more about how lifestyle financial planning could help you, please contact us on 01935 813322 or visit our website www.ffp.org.uk

Our Front Cover Competition is open to all our readers of any age.

Whether you are a keen photographer or artist (amateur or professional) send in your entry as soon as possible.

All pictures must be of the local area along the themes of: • Local landscape • People at work • Days out • Local wildlife • Make us laugh There will be a winner for our Competition which will be printed in one of our future issues.

The winner will receive a £15 cheque. So look through your old photos as well as start snapping new ones and send them in to us by Monday 12th June or sooner for our next issue.

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Entry is free and open to professionals and amateurs of all ages.

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You may submit as many entries as you like as a 6 x 4 standard colour photograph by post direct to The Conduit Magazine or e-mail info@theconduitmagazine.co.uk but no more than 3 photographs at one time of no more than 1 MB per photo.

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Each picture of the month will be accredited accordingly and copyright protection respected.

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All images must be taken in our local area i.e. South Somerset & West Dorset.

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Mark on the back of the photo or in your e-mail whether you are amateur, semi-pro or professional. Please also put your full name, address and contact details.

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Legal Matters

by Sally Manning, Battens Solicitors

If you have been diagnosed with an Asbestos illness you may wish to speak with one of our Specialist Solicitors.

You may have been exposed to asbestos dust decades ago and you will not even know this as the dust comprises of invisible microscopic fibres. If you have been diagnosed with or have lost a loved one from:

Helen Grady has helped many people from the Yeovil and Taunton areas. Helen has specialised in asbestos illness claims for more than 20 years.

Helen is very familiar with many local factories, schools and colleges in and around Yeovi and Taunton.

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 25th May and 29th June between 11.30 a.m to 1.30 pm for a free consultation.

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Peace of Mind Paperwork aving an up-to-date Will, Lasting Powers of Attorney and a simple list of your assets will make dealing with your affairs much easier both during your lifetime and when you have passed away.

If you lose ‘mental capacity’ even if only temporarily, leaving you unable to deal with your own finances, then family and friends are faced with a difficult situation. Not even your spouse or civil partner has the authority to operate with anything financial or legal on your behalf.

Without a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) in place, someone has to make an application to the Court of Protection to become a ‘Deputy’. This is a lengthy and costly process and to be avoided. The answer is to have a LPA in place. LPAs can cover property and financial decisions and also health and welfare decisions. It is your opportunity to legally appoint one or more people to make decisions on your behalf. They are invaluable and mean that the people that you choose are in control.

In your Will you decide whom your executors are and whom should benefit from your estate.

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Intestacy rules (that apply when someone does not have a Will) will do what you wish. Close family may not inherit in the shares that you would choose and in the absence of close family, the rules do not look to benefit your friends or favoured

charities but instead will leave your estate to be being divided between remote relatives or even the Crown.

Why make a list of my assets? Property, bank accounts and pensions are fairly easy to identify but in this day and age you may also have ‘digital assets’, perhaps an online bank account? Your list of assets and appropriate passwords will be invaluable to those helping you with your affairs, whatever the circumstances.

Take control now and you will have peace of mind. For more information on this matter or another enquiry contact Sally Manning on 01935 811304 or email sally.manning@battens.co.uk

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by Rachel Mowbray

Local Theatre Box Office Contact Numbers: David Hall, South Petherton Octagon Theatre, Yeovil The Exchange, Sturminster Newton Ilminster Arts Centre Dillington House Sherborne ArtsLink Box Office:

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VISUAL ART Until Friday 2nd June the Jerram Gallery in Sherborne host their new exhibition of new work by Anna Armitage and Elsa Taylor between 9.30am to 5.00pm Monday to Saturday.

Also until Saturday 3rd June at the Ilminster Arts Centre there is a new exhibition called ‘Across the Borders’. There are 13 members of the East Dorset Potters Group showing their latest work. It also features four Somerset painters and printmakers, whose work will provide a two dimensional counterpoint to the ceramic pieces on display. Between them their work explores geology, weather, landscapes, nature patterns and travelling. With so many different potters taking part there will be a wide range of ceramics to admire from pretty but practical tableware to striking sculptural and conceptual pieces that challenge usual concepts of what ‘pottery’ is or should be.

From Saturday 27th May to Saturday 24th June from 10.00am to 1.00pm and 2.00pm to 5.00pm ACE Arts in Somerton have an exhibition called ‘Beauty and Perfection’ with Stephen Stokes. Sculpture of complex and intricate forms in wood, exploring the unique attributes of trees in the local landscape.

From Saturday 3rd to Saturday 10th June from 10.00am to 5.00pm in the Town Hall in Wells the Hilliard Society of Miniaturists have their 34th Annual International Exhibition of miniature art and

sculpture. For art lovers who perhaps have run out of space to display new paintings on their walls, an exhibition of miniature art will be a welcome attraction. Still life, landscapes, portraits human and animal, and many other subjects measuring just a few inches are displayed, for which magnifying glasses are provided,.

There are several hundred entries from America. Australia, Germany and the UK . There are daily demonstrations by artists who are happy to answer questions and a workshop takes place on the first Saturday for anyone interested in having a go. Places are limited.

From Monday 5th to Saturday 17th June at Ilminster Arts Centre see ‘Outside Inside’ Artists Jackie Cox and Chris Sinden both live in the Forest of Dean and their beautiful surroundings have made a deep impression on their working practice. Her interest in animal subjects. Chris has a passion for wildlife subjects and over the years has developed a unique style of printing which is complicated but highly effective.

From Monday 19th June to Saturday 8th July at Ilminster Arts Centre see new work from Maureen Cooper.

Having been captivated by both Katherine’s book ‘The Morville Hours’ and ‘The Garden Itself’, the task of expressing the complexity of its ideas in visual terms became an ongoing preoccupation for arist Maureen. Her photographs and polaroids were the starting points for this showcase of digital images, paintings and mixed media work that reflect both the garden’s structure and its wildness. Have the chance to meet Maureen on Saturday 24th June. (See Other)

Artists are invited to submit works* for the

Ilminster Open Exhibition 2017 (*paintings, original prints, drawings, sculpture and ceramics)

Sponsored by Branston of Seavington Selected works will be displayed at Ilminster Arts Centre 7 August - 1 September £850 prize money + Winners’ exhibition in January.

Deadline for entries: 21 July.

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effortless vocals and timeless music pay homage not only to her vibrant traditional Irish heritage but also her grasp of contemporary forms.

Tickets from £22.

On Friday 2nd June at the Ilminster Arts Centre from 8.00pm Alasdair Beatson will be performing on the piano works by Beethoven, Debussy, Schumann, Dohnanyi and Satie. Tickets £15.

On Saturday 3rd from 7.30pm at the Octagon Theatre see T-Rextasy.

They have been performing around the world for over 20 years and

MUSIC On Saturday 27th May at the Exchange in Sturminster Newton from 7.30pm see Jo Burt. Jo is an English songwriter, storyteller, singer and guitar player. The show comprises tracks from his brand new album together with audience favourites from previous releases.

Tickets from £10.

Also on Saturday 27th at the David Hall in South Petherton from 8.00pm see the ‘Phil Beer Band’.

A spirited fusion of friendship and musicianship, this band delves into

From Tuesday 6th June to Sunday 23rd July(closed Mondays) from 10.00am to 5.00pm at The Malthouse Gallery go along to ‘High Adventure’ an Exhibition of new work from South America and Scotland by Moish Sokal.

Travelling watercolour artist Moish Sokal has returned from his search for his mentor artist Benito that he lost track of in South America over 34 years ago. The excitement of this high adventure, discovering new subjects to paint in a new fresh style is what this forthcoming

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exhibition is all about. Alongside these exotic paintings from Peru, Sokal will also show work he painted following his first ever visit to Scotland when he explored the romantic west coast and also other subjects he discovered whilst exploring England. For more details call 07812 837825.

have become widely accepted as the world’s only official tribute show dedicated to Marc Bolan and T.Rex. Tickets £19.50.

On Wednesday 7th from 7.30pm at the Octagon Theatre see ‘The Manfreds’, with original frontman, Paul Jones. They will be performing many of their hits, including ‘Do Wah Diddy Diddy’, one of the most popular and instantly recognisable songs of the ‘60s. Tickets £22.

On Thursday 8th from 8.00pm at the David Hall see Martin Harley. A talented acoustic roots and blues guitarist, singer and songwriter with a burgeoning global reputation. Renowned for his prowess as a slide guitarist, he is almost unique in the UK in playing lap slide. Blues gets no better than this! Tickets £14.

the back catalogues of Phil’s beloved country, rock, folk and blues influences throughout the years to create their infectious and unique ‘folk n roll’ sound.

Tickets £19.

On Friday 9th from 8.00pm at Ilminster Arts Centre see Zoe

On Wednesday 31st from 7.30pm at the Octagon Theatre in Yeovil see Moya Brennan. Her

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Francis. Zoe established herself on the London jazz scene a while ago with her first album ‘Looking For A Boy’. Zoe is accompanied by award winning guitarist Jim Mullen an the Dave Newton Trio.

Tickets £16.

has ever been. Supported by Craig Milverton’s trio, this will be an evening of absolutely top class ‘hard bop’ jazz. Tickets £16.

On Friday 16th from 8.00pm at the David Hall see Lucy Ward.

An impressive original songwriter whose unique delivery and breath taking voice has enchanted audiences the world over.

Her music never fails to get to the heart of the human condition with her expressive writing style.

Tickets £13.

Until Saturday 27th May at the Warehouse Theatre in Ilminster at 7.30pm see ‘The Odd Couple’.

Neurotic, neat freak Florence Unger leaves her husband and moves in with friend Olive Madison, a slovenly sports writer.

Despite Olive’s problems - careless spending, excessive gambling, a poorly kept house filled with spoiled food - she seems to enjoy life. Florence however seems utterly incapable of enjoying anything and only finds purpose in pointing out her own and other people’s mistake and foibles.

Wildly, irresistibly and unremittingly funny, this classic comedy still feels fresh and original. Tickets £9, Students £5 available from Harrimans Menswear or on 07943 779880.

On Saturday 17th at 7.30pm at the Exchange in Sturminster Newton see Marty Wilde. Marty, whose career began in 1957, was amongst the very first British singers to play a leading role in the early formative and ground breaking Rock’n’Roll years. He is also one of the few still performing in the world today and will be performing with his Wildcats. Tickets £20.

On Friday 23rd at the Exchange in Sturminster Newton from 7.30pm join the ultimate celebration of one of the biggest bands to have ever graced the stage - Queen.

‘Champions of Rock’ recreates the magic, fun and showmanship of the bands touring days. Take a journey through the decades, with all 25 number one hits and fan favourites, performed live with an electrifying band. Tickets £17.

On Friday 23rd at the Ilminster Arts Centre at 8.00pm Jean Toussaint will be performing. It probably says it all that this US saxophone colossus played through the 1980’s with the World renowned ‘Jazz Messengers’, led by the great Art Blakey, surely one of the best known modern jazz groups there

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On Saturday 27th at the Exchange in Sturminster Newton from 8.00pm see Christian Lee, an award winning comedy magician.

Reaching the Live Finals of Britain’s Got Talent 2016, and with over 40 million Youtube Hits worldwide, Christian has been crowned various prestigious awards over the years. He is a member of the Inner Magic Circle and performs magic ranging from close up tricks to illusions and full stage productions. With his tongue in cheek humour, Christian is currently leading the way with his unique style and wacky performances. Also, joining Christian on stage is multi-award winning illusionist Oliver Tabor.

This London magician has provided entertainment for over 15 years, mesmerizing audiences with outstanding illusion. Tickets £15.

On Wednesday 31st May to Saturday 3rd June at 7.45pm the Civic Players presents ‘Dead Lock’ at the Swan Theatre in Yeovil. After her husband dies in a car crash, Diana is determined to succeed as the new head of his successful company. Her International Exhibition of son Alec believes the position should be his, while her Saturday 3rd - 10th June (Closed Sunday) younger son Paul demands more of the family fortune. When 10am - 5pm Free Entry strange events Wheelchair access/Refreshments available start happening

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in the house and a voice haunts her, Diana’s fears and uncertainties increase. Just as she feels she knows who is responsible for her torment, events take a dramatic turn as her real enemy is revealed. Tickets £9, Students £8, Wednesday night offer - two tickets for £15, available from 07800 747601.

On Friday 2nd June at the Octagon Theatre from 7.00pm see ‘Strictly SeeAbility’. Join the Class of 2017 as they take on a dance challenge that will see them foxtrotting, joving and waltzing to iconic movie themes. The audience decides who wins the SeeAbility trophy!

Tickets £13.

Also on Friday 2nd at 7.30pm at the Westlands Entertainment Venue see Brian Conley in an all new show.

He will perform sketches and songs alongside some of his best known and retrospective material from the screen and stage. Tickets £24 from 01935 422844.

Also on Friday 2nd at the David Hall from 8.00pm ‘Sunjay’ will be performing. Sunjay’s style has that natural drift between Folk and Blues and both camps have recognised his obvious flair. There has been a clutch of award nominations, including winning the Wath Festival Young Performers Award.

Tickets £14.

Company’ presents their new show ‘Slave to the Rhythm’.

Tickets from £9.50.

On Friday 9th at the Exchange in Sturminster Newton see ‘Jethro: 40 Years the Joker’. An evening of hysterical nonsense of probably the greatest comic storyteller ever to grace the stage. Tickets £20.

On Saturday 10th at 7.30pm at the Octagon Theatre it is the ‘SHiNE’ annual showcase. The Octagon Academy and other groups associated with them will sing, dance and perform. Tickets £14.

On Tuesday 6th from 7.00pm at the David Hall in South Petherton Bristol Old Vic Theatre School West Country Tour presents ‘Under Milk Wood’ by Dylan Thomas. Set in the fictitious fishing village of Llareggub, this 24 hour peek into the lives and loves of the likes of Captain Cat, Polly Garter and Willy Nilly continues to enthral audiences. Tickets £14.

On Sunday 11th at the Octagon Theatre in Yeovil at 7.30pm watch ‘SOPTV Live’ with Sons of Pitches!.

This group have a brand new specially themed touring show. It will have a unique, never before seen flavour of its own! Celebrate the world of TV in a cappella adventure from terrestrial to digital and from tacky to wacky. Expect performances of your favourite TV themes, sketches about panel shows, quiz show, talent competitions and more…all using the human voice. Tickets £23.50.

On Thursday 8th at 6.30pm and Friday 9th at 7.00pm at the Octagon Theatre ‘The J.Sivell Breeze Dance

On Tuesday 13th at the Octagon Theatre ‘Jazz Dance Company’ presents ‘Dynasties: The Sands of

Fanny’s Festival From Thursday 1st to Sunday 4th June from 12.00 noon go along to the 5th independent festival ‘Fanny’s Meadow’. The event is aimed at all ages with original music galore, aerial shows, work shops, stalls offering craft activities as well as goodies to buy and a children’s area.

Many acts will be performing such as The Gin Bowlers, The Incas, Young Waters, Stomping Dave, Owl in the Sun, The Railway Sleepers, Dave Burn, Sharon Martin, Hannah Lurai and more as well as a Young Songwriters Stage. There will also be swing dance classes, cabaret, juggling, circus skills, stalls and workshops. There will be freshly made food from the canteen and lots of local ales, ciders as well as a late night cocktail bar. Bar profits go towards funding original music projects. There is an an open fire where music can be heard after the two stages have finished and lovely camping spots mown throughout the long meadow grasses. Their Secret Somerset Location is revealed to ticket holders and ensures that they can stay small and intimate on their beautiful river side site. Tickets and information from www.fannyhatstand.com

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01935 812367 Time’. Through the passage of time powerful families and ancient civilisations have shaped history with their insatiable lust for power, wealth and complete control.

Tickets £14.

On Thursday 15th from 6.30pm at the Octagon Theatre Preston School students came together to give a ‘Preston’ twist to the world of fairy tales. Using the art of song, dance, acting, gymnastics and much to set the scene and transport you to another world.

Tickets £6.

Also, on Thursday 15th at the Exchange in Sturminster Newton at 8.00pm enjoy the life story of Richard Burton. Burton vividly presents the life of the great Welsh actor in his own words from humble beginnings to Hollywood

mega stardom. Beautiful women, alcohol, wealth, stage and screen are the threads woven into this sad, happy, exuberant often hilarious one-man show. Drink was the only real anodyne to his deteriorating health and mental state, his doomed tempestuous relationship with Taylor and his constant guilt over the abandonment of his family.

Tickets £11.

On Friday 16th at the Octagon Theatre at 7.30pm see the UK’s No 1 rock and roll variety production ‘That’ll Be The Day’ which returns with another chance to catch its latest most popular show! Feating a sensation line up of classic gold hits, spanning the 1950’s to the 1970’s mixed with hilarious comedy. Tickets £24.50.

On Friday 16th at the Ilminster Arts Centre at 8.00pm there is another evening of Spanish flamenco dance, guitar and percussion.

As before, Aneta Skut will be accompanied by a number of her friends and they will be performing dance and guitar

delights of their traditional musical culture. Tickets £10.

From Thursday 22nd until Saturday 24th at the Octagon Theatre at

7.30pm with a matinee at 2.00pm on the Saturday the Castaway Theatre Group present their latest version of musical ‘Bugsy Malone’.

Tickets £16.

On Sunday 25th at the Exchange in Sturminster Newton at 7.30pm Bristol Old Vic Theatre School presents ‘Under Milk Wood’ Dylan Thomas’s beautiful, bawdy, affectionate, reckless and deeply original play was justly crowned at its first performance by a storm of cheers.

Tickets £8.

On Tuesday 27th at 7.30pm at the Octagon Theatre see the incredible live show ‘Rhythm of the Dance’. This creates a new era in Irish entertainment, featuring world champion dancers, a traditional Irish band, and the Young Irish Tenors. Tickets £24.

On Thursday 29th from 7.30pm at the Octagon Theatre go

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along to see ‘The Dreamboys’ in their brand new show.

Tickets £25.50.

On Friday 30th at 7.30pm at the Octagon Theatre see the award winning ‘Carpenters Story’ which celebrates the music of one of the most successful pop duos in music history, Richard and Karen Carpenter.

Acclaimed international star Claire Furley remains surpassed in her uncanny representation of Karen Carpenter. Her stunning vocal harmonies, combined with state of art video projection and lavish musical arrangements will take you on an incredible journey. Tickets £24.

FILM On Friday 9th June at 8.00pm the David Hall in South Petherton the film ‘Lion’ will be screened. A five year old Indian boy gets lost on the streets of Calcutta, thousands of kilometers from home. He survives many challenges before being adopted by an Australian couple.

Tickets £5.

On Sunday 11th at Westlands Entertainment Venue at 2.00pm there is an encore screening from the Royal Opera House with ‘The Dream’, ‘Symphonic Variations’ and ‘Marguerite and Armand’, celebrating 70 Years of Frederick Ashton.

Tickets £15 from Box Office 01935 422844.

On Wednesday 14th at 7.30pm at the Digby Church Hall Sherborne Flicks presents ‘Lion’. Tickets £6 available from the Tourist Information Centre on 01935 815341.

On Sunday 18th from 2.30pm at Westlands Entertainment Venue see the fantastic Alan Parker musical gangster film ‘Bugsy

Malone’, entirely acted by children, including a very young Jodie Foster. Tickets £9 from 01935 422844.

On Thursday 22nd from 7.00pm at the Exchange in Sturminster Newton see ‘La La Land’.

Sebastian and Mia are drawn together by their common desire to do what they love. However, as success mounts they are faced with decisions that begin to fray the fragile fabric of their love affair and the dreams they worked so hard to maintain in each other threaten to rip them apart.

Tickets £4.

On Friday 23rd from 8.00pm at the David Hall see ‘Jackie’. Following the assassination of President John F. Kennedy, First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy fights through grief and trauma to regain her faith, console her children and define her husband’s historic legacy.

Tickets £5.

On Sunday 25th from 2.30pm at the Westlands Entertainment Venue there is a screening of ‘To Kill a Mocking Bird’. The film is based on Harper Lee’s Pullitzer prizewinning novel of the same name.

Starring Gregory Peck as Atticus Finch. Tickets £5 from 01935 422844.

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CHILDREN On Saturday 27th May from 11.00am at the Octagon Theatre join Sid from CBeebies and discover new worlds on a fantastic brand new interactive journey at his show called ‘Deep Sea Discovery’. This hugely exciting, colourful underwater adventure bubbles over with sea creatures, songs, and wave after wave of educational interaction.

Tickets £13.

CokerFest is back for more!

This year’s best summer party is back for the third year with CokerFest on Saturday 1st July at Longlands, Langlands Lane, East

Coker, Near Yeovil. With an extensive bar and a real mixture of fantastic music to get everyone up and dancing there is a great line-up which has been expanded to six bands and great local food.

This year is headlined by hi-

energy Reckless who closed the inaugural CokerFest in 2015, and Lionstar an amazing six-piece reggae fusion act. Gates open at 5.00pm and starts with Microlight, Livewired, The Mad Ferret Band (imported from Scotland!) and Turnette Doone. Early bird tickets are now available at www.cokerfest.co.uk for £13, or on the day for £16 and they are selling fast so do not delay.

CokerFest is in support of St. Margarets Hospice.

OTHER Sponsored by the National Lottery and BFI ‘WhereWestBegins’ are a number of free events taking place in Wincanton, Bruton and Yeovil for young people and families.

‘Bugsy Malone’ by the Youth Cinema Foundation and Yeovil Castaway’s Theatre Group have a workshop on how to make a film on Saturday 3rd June from 2.30pm at Wincanton Town Hall. ‘To Kill a Mockingbird’ starring Oliva Williams will be showing at Westlands Entertainment Venue in Yeovil on Sunday 4th from 2.30pm.

‘Priscilla Queen of the Desert’ will be showing at Wincanton Town Hall on Saturday 17th at 6.30pm.

Lastly, there will be another ‘Bugsy Malone’ workshop by the Youth Cinema Foundation and Castaways Theatre Group on how to make a film at Westlands Entertainment Venue on Sunday 18th from 2.30pm.

On Thursday 15th June at 7.30pm in the Johnson Studio at Octagon Theatre in Yeovil enjoy a fun night with the YCAA’s Big Art Quiz.

Gather a team with up to six people and pit your wits for prizes. Tickets £8.

On Saturday 17th at the Westlands Leisure Complex at 8.00pm the biggest Disco Party is coming to Yeovil with live performances from

Odyssey and The Real Thing.

Tickets £12 from Box Office 01935 422844.

On Saturday 24th at the Ilminster Arts Centre from 10.30am to 12.30pm meet the artist Maureen Cooper who will in the gallery to talk about the inspiration, ideas and techniques behind her latest exhibition ‘Morville: A Garden in Another Time’. Free entry.

On Tuesday 27th from 7.30pm the new Westlands Entertainment Venue have their official opening evening with dance legend Darcey Bussell CBE who will delight audiences with an inspiring discussion. Tickets £20 from Box Office 01935 422844.

On Friday 30th from 7.00pm at the Ilminster Arts Centre go along to ‘A Way With Words’. Enjoy words spoken and sung. Entries on the theme of ‘The Journey’ are invited in all formats - poetry, prose, flash fiction, song lyrics. £5 on the door.

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Your Care Matters

Health & Wellbeing

by Claire Quinton, Proprietor/Consultant, CQB Care Consultancy

by Niki Cassar

Care in the Community: Your Personal Budget reviously we looked at the care needs criteria and assessment process, which can lead to a personal budget to meet your needs. A personal budget is the amount the Local Authority determine your care and support needs will cost, including their contribution and anything you are assessed to pay. In Somerset there are two options for your personal budget to be spent for community based services and in Dorset a third option.

The first, and most ‘traditional’ way, is through a service commissioned by the Local Authority, where they arrange the services for you. Usually with a Care Agency. With this option you will have limited choice who provides your care because the Local Authority will have ‘preferred’ Providers. This could be a disadvantage. Before choosing this option you should ask who the Commissioned Providers are and decide whether you will be happy with this.

There are possible advantages with this option. If the Local Authority is commissioning the service, then cost negotiations are between them and the provider, not you. Timewise, this again lies with the Local Authority in setting up the package and any changes. This could also lead to disadvantages for if things are not working out; how is your voice heard and what changes can you request?

The second option is a Direct Payment. The Local Authority passes your personal budget to you and you arrange your own care and support. This can be through Care Agencies, employing a Personal Assistant, or with a self-employed carer– such as a Micro-Provider in Somerset on Small Good Stuff.

The obvious advantage of this option is choice. You may worry that this option will be too much

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for you to manage, with arranging the services, paying the invoices and possibly even taking on the role of employer.

There are options with this; you can have a ‘Managed Account’ whereby the Local Authority or an Organisation they appoint deals with the paperwork, or a family member or someone who helps you with your finances can do this for you.

One important aspect to consider is cost. Local Authorities will usually have set rates for Direct Payments, and those rates may be different for Agencies and Personal Assistants.. The rates charged for your choice may exceed the rate set. This may mean you have to; ‘top-up’ the shortfall, choose a cheaper provider, or if there are extenuating reasons for your choice of that particular provider the Local Authority may need to look at increasing your personal budget.

The final option for how your personal budget is an Individual Service Fund (ISF). This option is only available in Dorset and moy Somerset. There are similarities between an ISF and Direct Payments. With an ISF the amount is transferred to an oirganisation who manage and arrange the care and support for you. You choose which organisation manages the ISF, which is the difference from Direct Payments. ISFs can be administered by Charitable and not-for-profit organisations and even Care Agencies. If you choose a Care Agency to hold your ISF you do not have to choose them to meet all or some of your needs. Whoever you choose will discuss with you your needs.

CQB Care Consultancy have over 14 years experience in Adult Social Care, Funding and Finance and over 17 years experience in Welfare Benefits.

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Bluebirds fly, so why oh why can’t I? ear of flying, also known as aerophobia or aviophobia, affects an astonishing 25% of the population, although some studies suggest that as many as 40% of people suffer some degree of anxiety about flying, although they may be too embarrassed to admit it to friends or colleagues.

Right now, many people are planning their summer break, which may well include a return flight. For some, there will be a pleasurable sense of anticipation when they think about their forthcoming holiday, but for those who have a fear of flying, the very thought of going to the airport and boarding a plane will be filling them with dread and bringing them out in a cold sweat. There are, of course, alternative ways to travel, but unless the holiday is taken in the beautiful but often chilly British Isles, valuable time is lost by travelling abroad by boat and train.

Most people are pretty sure they know when their flying fear first started, usually as the result of a flight with a lot of air turbulence, or a situation such as an emergency landing due to a maintenance problem. In fact, as with all fears, fear of flying is merely a symptom of a much earlier fear, stored by the subconscious mind sometime before the age or five. For that reason, the underlying fear needs to be identified and neutralised in order to permanently remove the flying fear.

If you read my articles regularly, you will know that I have written about the function of the subconscious mind many times, but here it is again.

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insignificant happened when you were, let us say, three or four, that made you more fearful than you needed to be, because of your age and lack of experience.

The subconscious mind stored this event with the accompanying feeling of fear and this became the foundation stone to which other fears were added within the subconscious over the ensuing years, whenever you experienced events that you perceived as frightening. At some point in your life, you may have had a particularly scary experience. For example: a car accident, being attacked, or nearly drowning; and the extreme fear you experienced at the time was added to the fear folder in the subconscious mind.

As a result, you may have become increasingly aware of a specific fear; for example: fear of driving on busy roads or fear of deep water.

Fear of flying will always have some earlier roots totally unconnected with flying.

Hypnotherapy can safely help you to overcome your fear of flying permanently - or any other unresolved fear. Start the process of being free to fly like the bluebirds sooner rather than later, and in that way, there is no time pressure on either you or the hypnotherapist!

If you would like to know more about how hypnotherapy can help you overcome your fears, please call Niki Cassar for a free confidential chat on 01963 371 695.

Quote The Conduit for a £10 discount on your first session in Horsington (near Templecombe).

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Travel Heather Muir - Manager Yeovil Branch Miles Morgan Travel s we approach the main summer period I thought that I would bring you up to date with things here at Miles Morgan Travel and I cannot believe we are in June already!

I am delighted to report that the branch continues to thrive and we are grateful to our lovely loyal customers for their continued support.

It has also been great to see so many new faces coming through our doors recently as well. I am thrilled that our customer service reviews continues to tell me that 99% of our customers have rated our service either good or excellent this makes you job all worthwhile.

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The Foreign Exchange Bureau is having an exceptional year, with sales well ahead of last year and I put this mainly down to Sarah, our Foreign Exchange Specialist, who ensures daily that we have the very best rates. The word is certainly getting around and people are travelling from far and wide to take advantage.

Where have we travelled recently to improve our knowledge of the world? I was lucky enough to sample my very first river cruise when I was invited by Titan Travel to experience the MS Serenade 1 on the Rhine. I must say that I can really see why this type of holiday is so popular and I had a fantastic time.

Sharon has been globe-trotting and visited Las Vegas, South Africa and Malta. Victoria, who we have

welcomed back from her maternity leave, has visited the stunning city of Barcelona. Feel free to call in and see us as we would love to share our experience with you over a cup of coffee or tea.

So what is keeping us busy?

Well, we are still finding customers some great offers for 2017 so it is still not too late to book, but it is 2018 holidays that are probably more in demand.

Most of the major cruise, river cruise and escorted tour suppliers have launched their programmes for 2018 early this year and customers are taking advantage of early booking offers such as buy one get one free, and huge savings to secure their first choice for 2018. As the main agent in the South West for the likes of Titan Travel, Saga, Viking River Cruises, Riviera Travel, to name but a few, we are busier than ever.

So that is Miles Morgan Travel news for the first part of 2017 roll on the next half. I look forward to seeing you all soon.

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Out & About French Navy's Show of Force at Air Day Royal Naval Air Station Yeovilton will once again receive tremendous support from the French Navy at this year’s International Air Day on Saturday 8th July. Making its only UK flying display appearance of this year, the French naval power's thunderous fast jet role demonstration will return to Air Day. The pair of Rafale M carrier fighters, which won the Best Fixed Wing Display award last year, will join Air Day’s fast jet line up alongside the RAF Typhoon, Belgian Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon and Czech Air Force Gripen and ALCA L-159 pair.

Equipping three squadrons based at Landivisiau on the other side of the English Channel - the fast, agile and heavily-armed Rafale M can switch roles in real-time. Launching from the mighty Charles de Gaulle aircraft carrier, the Rafales are regularly on global frontline deployments. The French Navy's static contribution comprises an Atlantique Mk2 maritime patrol aircraft and a Westland Lynx HAS4 small ships’ helicopter; both are relatively rare visitors to these shores. While all Royal Navy Lynx models are now retired, the French Navy still has in service 21 HAS2 and HAS4 variants. Fitted with radar, sonar, acoustic data transmission and FLIR (forwardlooking infrared) systems. The flying display is truly shaping up to be an impressive one which is reflected by ticket sales to date.

There are only a few places left available in some of the enclosure

packages which organisers anticipate will be sold out in the coming weeks. Discounted advance tickets are now also available over the counter at participating Tourist Information Centres. Further information and online booking available at www.royalnavy.mod.uk/yeovilton-airday

Evershot Country Fair Enjoy a fantastic family day out in the heart of the Dorset countryside at The Evershot Country Fair from 11.00am until 5.00pm on Sunday 18th June. The highlights of this year’s ringside entertainment will be falconry and dog training displays. There will be rural craft demonstrations, children’s games, a wide variety of trade stalls, a specialist local food marquee, a performance by pupils of Stickland’s Primary School, village and charity stalls, a display of vintage cars and bikes as well as the famous tractor rides through Melbury Deer Park. Admission £2.50 for adults with children, parking and dogs being free! Check www.facebook.com/evershotcountryfair for up to date details.

The Lowland Games The Lowland Games events starts on Thursday 27th July with the Companion Dog Show and Family Terrier Racing with prizes to be won and refreshments available from the beer tent plus plenty of delicious local food around. The 'Games' started out as a family get-together of the England family and friends over 30 years ago.

Since then, it has grown into a weekend full of fun and activities for all the family that is fully supported by the local communities of Muchelney, Thorney and beyond. The event continues to be run completely by volunteers with the aim of raising money for charity and local causes.

This year, Friday 28th July is Comedy Night! After the success of last year’s comedy night, it is back with a fantastic line-up including top comedian Bob Mills accompanied by Matt Price, Danny Ward and MC, Tom Glover. At only £6 a ticket with a licensed bar to keep you hydrated, you would be mad to miss it!

On Saturday 29th July, The Wurzels are back by popular demand and will be supported by The Skimmity Hitchers and Imprints. Tickets are a giveaway

at £15.

All this is just a warm up for Games Day on Sunday 30th July. A fantastic family day out with the River Raft Race, Mud Wrestling, It’s a Knockout, Chunder Challenge, Tug o’ War, The Kids Tent, Dog Shows and Ferret Racing plus a great range of local food and drink. With so much family fun packed into just one day, people continue to flock to The Lowland Games every year,

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Mediaeval Jousting at Sherborne Castle Sherborne Castle welcomes back the Knights of Royal England on Saturday 24th and Sunday 25th June to present Spectacular Jousting Tournamentst to these colourful reenactments of the mediaeval equivalent of extreme sports… fully armoured, valiant warriors mounted on spirited chargers competing for the crowd’s favours in a breath-taking display of speed and courage in this, the Sport of Kings of yesteryear.

Two teams will do battle on their fantastic Andalusian horses to test each Knights courage; including riding against the ‘Quintain’, a mediaeval training devise, spearing and picking up the heads of enemies from the ground or lancing small rings and ‘Tilting’ - one Knight rides against another Knight along the ‘tilt rail’ to unseat their opponent: all these feats of courage are carried out at the gallop.

Not all jousting was on horseback back in the day. Hand to hand skills will also be on display using mediaeval weapons …..swords, shields, ball and chain, war hammer, mace and quarter staves…..and woe betide any out of favour squire or knight, as they face being dragged around the arena behind a galloping horse or

being put on the ‘tilt rail’ to fall prey to Knights with their lances!

Tournaments will take place each day at 12.30pm and 3.00pm, both displaying different sets of skills, and at the end of each day a winner will be crowned. Each 50 minute competition is full of action and taken very seriously by all Knights. Lord Anthony of Bolinbroke, our local Lord, will preside over the proceedings and decide the winner of each Tournament: he has the power to punish or rebuke any participants who displease him, and is a great advocate of less talk more action!

To entertain you there will be at full programme of attractions and events including a mediaeval encampment, so you can see what life was like for the more lowly of the Kings subjects. You can ‘have a go’ at long bow archery, try on armour; see falconers at work and a trebuchet in action. A jester will be ‘fooling around’, with a traditional story teller spreading the word about tales of Knights daring acts, of romance and there could even be a bit of talk about bloody events!

If you are lucky, you may be invited into the main ring to try your hand with some real battle weapons, so if you do have a Knight, King, Queen or Princess outfit in your wardrobe you need to wearing it! However do not not worry if you have not as there will be children’s outfits and armoury to buy on site. Especially for children there will be an action packed mediaeval activity tent, where you can ‘make & take’, have a go at table top catapults and castle sieges, now that does sound exciting!

Tickets on the day are Adults £10, Children (5yrs-15years) £5, under 5 years free and Family tickets: £25 (2 adults & 2 fee paying children). Parking is free.

There is an advance tickets 10% reduction direct from Sherborne Castle on 01935 813182 and TIC offices in Sherborne and Dorchester.

Corscombe Fest The Corscombe Fest on Saturday 17th June from 1.00pm-5.00pm is a superb family day out. The Fest is a lovely traditional event, with something for everyone, including great stalls with local Dorset food.

Give your young kids a great day of fun in our kid’s area that includes a massive bouncy castle and assault course.

See the great collection of Classic cars on display for the

day and watch the Yeovil Ukulele group, 'No Mean Feet Appalachian Dancers' and 'The Enigma Morris Dancers' perform.

The dogs show is always a good place to start the day.

Have a Pimms on the lawn, a pint of real ale, a hog roast or a tea and a cake or visit the local food stalls and buy some local produce.

Corscombe is a beautiful unspoilt West Dorset village, just 4 miles from Beaminster, 9 Miles from Yeovil, and 7 miles from Crewkerne. Tickets are available on the gate at only £2 each so bring the family, there is amply free parking. Remember that the event continues in the evening as well with 'The Devil’s Chair Rock' concert, with tickets on sale separately now from the website www.corscombe-fest.org

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by Gary Shackle, Sherborne Sports Centre Manager

Motoring

Sherborne Sprint Potholes Triathlon Damage

herborne Sprint Triathlon will take place on Sunday 9th July at the earlier time of 8.30am (previous years we have started at 9.00am). The challenging course remains the same, and has now become quite a favourite on the local Triathlon scene. Once again we are limited to numbers, so book your place as soon as you possible. You can register online at https://www.fullonsport.com/e vent/sherborne-sprint-triathlon2017/profile or by visiting our website www.sherbornesports.co.uk/tria thlon2017 If you think you can comfortably tackle a 500M swim, 20K bike ride and 5K run, then this event is for you.

Last year’s mens event was won in a time of 1 hour 07 minutes 11 seconds. The ladies time was 1 hour 18 minutes 13 seconds. The slowest time was just under 3 hours, so as you can see it really does not matter how fast you do it……..as long as you do it, and give it a go!

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This year’s event is being sponsored by Johnson Stalbridge Linen Services and the Hub Café (next to the Sports Centre). The Hub Café will be available throughout the morning, so come and try some of the best coffee in Sherborne.

For more information please call 01935 810548, email Matt Ward (event organiser) mward@sherborne.org or see our website www.sherbornesports.co.uk/tria thlon2017

thousands of Cars The number of vehicles damaged by potholes has increased massively by almost two thirds in a year, raising concerns about the state of local roads as well as cash strapped councils failing to maintain them.

Figure from the RAC show that patrols attending 63% more were pot-hole related breakdowns in the first three months of 2017 compared with the same period last year despite mild winter weather.

The data showed that more than 6,500 callouts were Welding - Diagnostics - Air Condition made between the Tyres - Brakes - Exhausts - Clutches last three months citing poor road surface as a cause.

Incidents included broken suspension springs, damaged shock absorbers and distorted wheels - leaving Sherborne Road, Milborne Port, motorists with bills Nr Sherborne, DT9 5AU running into hundreds of www.crackmoregarage.com pounds.

The report by the Asphalt Industry Alliance also warned that such roads had less than five years of working life left, meaning that they would need to be resurfaced or closed to traffic by 2021. If you know of any such roads tell the councils now so they can get them fixed.

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Home & Garden Mobile trolley Jack 4 tons (4082kg).

Removable handle. Bradbury Quadette. £80. 01460 242071/07834 550899 Water Bowser 30 galls approx.

Drum on wooden frame. To mount on small garden trailer. Ideal for watering animals or new trees. £30.

01460 242071 or 07834 550899 Garden table & 4 chairs. Hardly used. £60 ono. 0135 413554

Reebok Step £25. 01460 241143

Baby & Children Wooden Cot with mattress, new cradle seat & stereliser £40. Can deliver locally. 01460 240362

Cooker Hood £35. 01460 241143

Mirak Nebaska Walking boots.

Size 7. Water proof Mir-Tex. New £50. Hardly used. £15. 01935 421389

Cast iron bench ends & back trellis. £10. 01935 815515

Butane Gas Cylinder £20.

01935 824029

1960's G-plan sofa & arm chair. e.c.

Extremely comfortable, reupholstered with a fire certificate. £199 ono.

01935 863954

Webb contact less 18" Lawn Mower. v.g.c. inc instruction booklet.

Collection only. £25 ovno.

01460 391531

Typewriter. Electric office Olympian. g.w.o. £100ono. 01458 21124

Omnistor lightweight 2 bike, bike rack, complete with 2 bike holders, for caravan or motorhome, 50KG Load. £80. 01935 824029

He-Man dual controls for Nissan Note 2014 to present year model.

Complete with all fittings and instructions. New £300 - due to retirement £35 ono.

01935 422620

Argos Tidy Rail (chrome) 875/7049 & Tidy Rail Cover 875/2422. New both unused £15. 01460 241143 Blue & White china umbrella pot £30. 01460 241143

Lava Lamp boxed & unopened. £8 ono. 01935 413554 3 Piece Green Suite comprising 3 Seater Settee & 2 Chairs. £25 Buyer to collect. 01460 53928 Vintage Royal Standard Lyndale 20 piece Porcelain Coffee/Tea Set in new condition. £25.

01458 442747 Double Iron Gates. W 1.150mm x H1.143 each. Need rubbing down & painting. £40. 01935 474660

Volunteer Wanted Friendly Driver & Helper for lady in wheelchair Able to assist in & out of car on odd days Petrol expenses.

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Garden shears, newly sharpened. £15. 01935 474660 Heals quality triple wardrobe e.c.space needed. H 6ft 6", W 4ft 8", D 2ft. £199 ovno 01935 851768

Alloy Sports Car Boot Rack 1960's Classic. Needs new rubbers/ straps. £25. 01460 242071 or 07834 550899

Pair of Axle Stands £4. Gedore Cantelever Tool Box. £5. Record No.1.Bench Vice. £10. M/cycle Top Box and Carrier. £1. (There is an answer machine, which we will reply 01935 422620)

Bristol Rovers FC - 3 books Newspaper Headline History 19132011, Definitive History 1883-2003 & Burthamm Era. All excellent condition. £15 for all o.n.o. 01935 427156

Pisco 12" rotating desk fan. 3 speeds. £13. 01935 815515 Garden metal grey table, 4 chairs with seats & green parasol. Never used. £175. 01458 223845 Tall chest of drawers brown wood, suitable for repaint, 8 drawers 48cm deep x76cm wide x137cm high £175. 01935 814909 Lawn Spreader/Fertiliser. Used once. £5. 01935 475640 Dustbin, galvanised with rubber lid.

01935 475640 Hostess Trolley Model HL6200. £75.

01460 241143

Roger Black Treadmill Model No. AG11302 Gold. £225.

Buyer collects.

01460 241143

Miscellaneous

First Issue Stamps. 1997-1999. £20. 01935 475640

Butane LPG gas cylinder full with gas £45. 01935 824029

Roll of barbed wire for sale. £5 Collection only. 01460 391531

Leather recliner armchair by Global furniture g.c. Heat & massage facility. Colour chestnut brown.

Open to offers. 01935 824029

Wooden Pallets. Large. For compost box, furniture or firewood!

Solid wood. Bargain at £3 each.

01935 424724

Sports & Leisure Dutch Twinny Cycle Rack. Holds 2 bikes. Fits rear ball hitch. Plated plug for rear lights/number plate. £110.

01460 242071 or 07834 550899

3 x ceramic blue pots for garden.

Small, med & large. £15.

07742 888212

2 x Old Photographic Enlargers for enthusiasts. DURST C35 and Sixty Six II. Offers. 01935 423870

Vintage Metal Rocking Horse, Suitable for Child 1-3 years £35.

01460 241143

1 Walking stick Westwoods folding chairs in case. Suitable for fishing, tripod assistance, etc. New £15 each. £10 each. 01935 421389

Very large garden in Yeovil to let for an allotment.

01935 421600 for details.

Lawnmower. Flymo Hover Compact 350. v.g.c. Black & Decker strimmer £10. 01458 272563

GUNS WANTED FOR CASH

Dell Computer 19" screen & 17" key board. £20 or open to offers.

01935 421200

Any condition, any size. We collect in any area

By Registered Firearms Dealer Rifles - Shotguns Air Rifles - Air Pistols

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Vintage Tournament Croquet set for 8 players. Complete with mallets, balls, hoops, markers, etc. Box needs fixing. £175 ono. 01935 424724

Lilo (not plastic) with foot pump.

As new. £6. 01935 475640 Sleeping bag. Single, maroon. As new. £5. 01935 475640 Hill Billy electric golf trolley with battery. £45. 01935 813476

(not exact replica)

Mountain bike + accessories. Never used. £120 ono. 01458 211124

Upright Piano in g.c. supplied by Nathaniel Berry & Sons of London.

Collection only. £20 donation to St Margaret's Somerset Hospice.

01935 881230

Gamebird shooting stick. Very strong with leather seat. £10.

01935 422620

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