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4.00pm ‘Foster and Allen’ concert, Octagon Theatre, Yeovil, 7.30pm ‘Our Kind of Traitor’ film, Parish Hall, Martock, 7.30pm ‘The Brue Boys Male Voice Choir’, St Martin’s Church, Kingsbury Episcopi, 7.30pm ‘Our Kind of Traitor’ film, Village Hall, Milborne Port, 7.30pm ‘Tangerines’ film, Warehouse Theatre, Crewkerne, 7.45pm Phillip Henry & Hannah Martin, David Hall, South Petherton, 8.00pm Flame Lilly Tearoom Tasters & Antique Talks, Acreman Street Antique Centre, Sherborne, 4.00pm-7.00pm* ‘The Customer Is Always Wrong’ show, The Exchange, Sturminster Newton, 7.30pm Cards for Good Causes Multi Charity Christmas Card Shop starts, Sherborne Tourist Information Centre* Lyme Bay Auctions, Seaton, 10.00am* Halloween Evening, Yeovil Railway Centre, Stoford, 5.30pm10.00pm Bingo Night, Misterton Village Hall, 7.00pm

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

OCTOBER ‘Come For Coffee’, Parish Hall, Martock, 10.00am12.00 noon ‘Rachmaninov & the Russian Revolution’ lecture & lunch, Dillington House, 1.00pm ‘The Great Wall of China’ talk, Caryford Hall, Castle Cary, 2.30pm ‘History of Flax Growing & its Great Sail-making in South Somerset in 14th-18th Centuries’ talk, Methodist Church, South Petherton, 7.30pm ‘Butterflies of the South West’ talk, Ilminster Parish Hall, 7.30pm ‘Golden Years’ film, Davis Hall, West Camel, 7.30pm Dave Newton, Alex Garnett & Nigel Price concert, Ilminster Arts Centre, 8.00pm 28th-29th ‘Dinosaur Park: The Jurassic Parody’, Wadham School, Crewkerne, 2.30pm & 7.30pm 29th Coffee Morning for Bruton Mini Day Care Centre, Bruton Community Hall, 10.00am-12.00 noon Big Breakfast, Henhayes Centre, Crewkerne, 10.00am-12.00 noon Coffee Morning & Christmas Card Sale, Methodist Church, South Petherton, 10.00am12.00 noon* Annual Craft and Gift Market, Digby Church Hall, Sherborne, 10.00am-4.00pm* East Coker Society Annual Winter Fayre, Village Hall, 2.00pm28th

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Duke’s General Sale, Weymouth Avenue, Dorchester, 10.30am* ‘Minton Masters’ lecture, Methodist School Room, Castle Cary, 2.30pm ‘De-Cluttering’ talk, West Coker Village Hall, 7.30pm ‘Fruits of Autumn’ talk, Caryford Hall, Castle Cary, 8.00pm YAOS’s ‘White Christmas’, Octagon Theatre, Yeovil, 7.30pm (+Sat & Sun 2.30pm) Lawrence’sGeneral Sales, Crewkerne, 9.30am*

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‘Fused Glass’ workshop, Kate Osman Studio, Stalbridge, 10.00am ‘The Club’ film, Yeovil College, 7.30pm Chocoholics Evening, Village Hall, Whitelackington, 8.00pm Gardening Association AGM & talk, Methodist Church, Castle Cary, 7.30pm Somerton Market, Market Place,10.00am-2.00pm* Hazy-Maes Auction, Glastonbury, 6.30pm* ‘From Page to Stage: A Way With Words’, Ilminster Arts Centre, 7.00pm ‘The Domestic Garden in British Painting 18501910’ lecture, Long Sutton Village Hall, 7.15pm ‘The Postal System of Great Britain’ YALHS talk, Holy Trinity Church, Yeovil, 7.30pm ‘The Last Man on the Moon’ film, David Hall, South Petherton, 8.00pm Andrew Roachford’ live, The Exchange, Sturminster Newton, 8.00pm Produce Market, Market House, Ilminster, 8.30am12.30pm* Craft Fair, David Hall, South Petherton, 9.30am12.30pm* Coffee Morning for Conservative Ass, Bruton Community Hall, 10.00am-12.00 noon Annual Christmas Artisan Market, Digby Church Hall, Sherborne, 10.00am-4.00pm* Early Christmas Fair, Wincanton Library, 10.00am-12.00 noon* Craft Fayre, Memorial Hall, Queen Camel, 10.00am-12.30pm* Christmas Craft Fair, Village Hall, Marston Magna, 10.00am-3.00pm* Autumn Jumble Sale, Village Hall, Norton Sub Hamdon, 11.00am

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‘The Find a Tree’ Exhibition, Ilminster Arts Centre, 9.30am-4.30pm

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‘Exhibition of New Work’ by Richard Pikesley’, Jerram Gallery, Sherborne, 9.30am-5.00pm

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‘Made In Glastonbury’ Exhibition, Ilminster Arts Centre, Mon-Fri 9.30am-4.30pm, Sat (2.30pm) ‘In The Blood’ Exhibition, The Old Town Hall, Market Place, Somerton, 10.00am-5.00pm Christmas Exhibition, Jerram Gallery, Sherborne, 9.30am-5.00pm

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Hazy-Maes Auction, Glastonbury, 11.00am* ‘Finds Day’, Sherborne Museum, 11.00am2.00pm Badger Ales Race Day, Wincanton Racecourse, 12.00 noon Soup Lunch, Cerne Abbas Village Hall, 12.30pm ‘Thomas Hardy’ talk, Digby Hall, Sherborne, 2.30pm Clive Carroll Acoustic Guitar Workshop, David Hall, South Petherton, 3.00pm-5.00pm Annual Fireworks Display, Sherborne Castle, 5.00pm Clive Carroll concert, David Hall, South Petherton, 8.00pm Charity Chase & Family Fun Day, Sherborne Sports Centre, 9.00am* Cary Homemade Market, Caryford Hall, Castle Cary, 10.00am-3.00pm* Chasty Cottage Antiques &

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Flea Fair, Salisbury Racecourse, 10.00am-3.30pm Charthouse Auctioneers Vintage Car Auction, Royal Bath and West Showground, Shepton Mallet, 10.00am-4.00pm Antique Valuation Day, Acreman Antique Centre, Sherborne, 10.30am-2.30pm* ‘Practice Makes Perfect’ concert, Pendomer Church, 5.00pm ‘Magical Creatures’ workshop, Digby Hall, Sherborne, 9.30am Jon Boden live, Octagon Theatre, Yeovil, 7.30pm ‘A History of the Dodgems’ talk, Langport Library, 7.30pm ‘Money Monster’ film, Oborne Village Hall, 8.00pm ‘Sun, Sea and Sooties’ talk, Parish Rooms, Somerton, 7.00pm ‘The Victorian Garden’ talk, Jubilee Hall, Yetminster, 7.00pm Nikolai Demidenko concert, Octagon Theatre, Yeovil, 7.30pm ‘Plant Hunters and Pioneers’ talk, Parish Rooms, Martock, 7.30pm Lawrence’sGeneral Sales, Crewkerne, 9.30am Apps Store for iPad course, The Shambles, Castle Cary, 10.00am ‘Erle-Drax (Wicked Squire of Holnest)’ talk, Jubilee

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Hall, Yetminster, 2.30pm ‘Love & Friendship’ film, Digby Church Hall, Sherborne, 7.30pm ‘Slightly Naughty Plants’ talk, West Coker Village Hall, 7.30pm ‘Afro Celt Sound System’ concert, Octagon Theatre, Yeovil, 7.30pm Coffee & Tea Morning, Somerton Sports Club, 10.30am Health Walk and Talk, The Shambles, Castle Cary, 2.00pm* ‘Organic Vegetable Gardening’ talk, Digby Hall, Sherborne, 2.30pm ‘105 Years and Nothing to Prove’ talk, Hobhouse Studio, Bruton School for Girls, 7.00pm* ‘Avon Bulbs’ talk, Memorial Hall, Queen Camel, 7.30pm ‘The Making of a Dorset Garden’ talk, Millennium Hall, Seavington St Mary, 7.30pm Gardening Club AGM, East Coker Village Hall, 7.30pm ‘Two Halves of Guinness’ play, The Grange, Oborne, 7.30pm ‘Call My Bluff’ Auction, Baptist Church, Yeovil, 7.00pm ‘Time for Tea’, United Reformed Church, Martock, 2.00pm ‘Dad’s Army’ film, Davis

Hall, West Coker, 7.30pm Autumn Concert, Edgar Community Hall, Somerton, 7.30pm Quiz Night, Village Hall, Whitelackington, 7.30pm ‘Selma’ film, Wadham School, Crewkerne, 7.30pm ‘A Celebration of John

Denver’ concert, The Exchange, Sturminster Newton, 7.30pm Classical Concert, Henhayes Centre, Crewkerne, 7.45pm ‘Magnificent Seven’ Jazz Band concert, Ilminster Arts Centre, 8.00pm 11th-13th Antiques and Collectors Fair, Bath and West

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Showground, Shepton Mallet, various times Youth Theatre Workshop Day, Village Hall, Charlton Horethorne, 9.45am-4.00pm Coffee Morning for Royal British Legion, Bruton Community Hall, 10.00am-12.00 noon Farmers Market, Shopping Precinct, Martock, 10.00am1.00pm* Christmas Fair, Working Men’s Club, Stoke Sub Hamdon, 10.30am3.00pm Autumn Market, Village Hall, Chiselborough, 11.00am-2.30pm* ‘Golden Years’ film, Milborne Port Village Hall, 7.00pm ‘Race’ film, Village Hall, Hinton St George, 7.30pm ‘Carol’ film, Ilminster Warehouse Theatre, 7.45pm Stand Up Comedy Night, The Exchange, Sturminster Newton, 8.00pm ‘Utterly Spiffing Spectacular Magic Show’, Chetnole Village

Hall, 4.00pm Somerton Sings, West Street Church, Somerton, 10.45am* ‘Golden Years’ film, Leigh Village Hall, 7.30pm ‘Chocolate Delights’ talk, Village Hall, South Petherton, 7.30pm 14th-19th ‘The Reluctant Debutante’ play, Swan Theatre, Yeovil, 7.45pm 15th ‘Inessential Necessities of the 18th Century’ lecture, Caryford Hall, Castle Cary, 11.00am ‘Eye in the Sky’ film, St Arthur’s School, Wincanton, 7.30pm 16th Lawrence’s General Sale, Crewkerne, 9.30am* Coffee Morning, Old Hall, Martock, 10.00am-12.00pm Antiques & Collectables Auction, McClubbing & Redfern, Wells, 10.00am* ‘First Responder’ talk, Recreation Ground Pavilion, Martock, 2.30pm 16th-19th ‘Suessical The Musical’, Octagon Theatre, Yeovil, 7.30pm (+ Sat 2.30pm) 17th Artisan & Craft Market, Market Square, South 14th

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Petherton, 9.00am4.00pm* ‘Autumn Lunch and Learn’, The Eastbury Hotel, Sherborne, 10.00am-3.00pm ‘Militaria, Tribal Art, Coins & Medals’ auction, Lawrence’s, Crewkerne, 10.00am* Race Day, Wincanton Racecourse, 12.00 noon ‘The Man Who Knew Infinity’ film, Ditcheat Village Hall, 7.30pm 17th-18th Silver, Jewellery, Watches & Antiques Auction, Charterhouse Auctioneers, Long Street Salesroom, Sherborne, 10.00am* 18th Health Walk & Talk, Precinct, Martock, 9.30am* ‘Collectors & Sporting and Clothing & Textiles’ Auction, Lawrence’s, Crewkerne, 10.00am* Duke’s Asian Art Auction, Dorchester, 10.30am* Chef’s Special Lunch, Henhayes Centre, Crewkerne, 12.30pm General Auction, HazyMaes, Glastonbury, 6.30pm* ‘An Audience with Martin Kemp’, The Exchange, Sturminster Newton, 7.30pm ‘Softest Music to Attending Ears – Songs of Shakespeare’, Cheap Street Church, Sherborne, 7.30pm ‘Florence Foster Jenkins’ film, David Hall, South Petherton, 8.00pm 19th Bruton Guides, Bruton Community Hall, 10.00am-12.00 noon HFT Charity Christmas Fair, Memorial Hall, Wincanton, 10.00am-1.30pm Christmas Fayre, Village Hall, Whitelackington, 10.00am-2.00pm Crafts for Christmas Table Top Sale, Rimpton Village Hall, 10.00am-1.00pm* Advent Market, All Saints Church, Martock, 10.30am-3.00pm General Auction, HazyMaes, Glastonbury, 11.00am* Winter Fayre, Thornford Village Hall, 10.00am2.00pm Christmas Fair, Leigh, 11.00am-3.00pm Village Hall AGM, Sandford Orcas, 11.30am ‘The Plant Hunter’ talk, Village Hall, North

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Cadbury, 2.30pm Lantern Parade & Christmas Light Switch on, Quedam Shopping Centre, Yeovil, 5.00pm* Big Gig Music Evening, 94 Club, Middle Street, Yeovil, 6.30pm-2.00am Reg Meuross live, Caryford Hall, Castle Cary, 6.45pm ‘Golden Years’ film, Parish Rooms, Somerton, 7.30pm ‘Flats & Sharps’ talk, Sandford Orcas Village Hall, 7.30pm ‘Absolutely Fabulous’ film, Cerne Abbas Village Hall, 7.30pm ‘Spectra Musica’ concert, St Michael’s Church, Somerton, 7.30pm ‘Calan’ live, David Hall, South Petherton, 8.00pm ‘Absolutely Fabulous’ film, The Exchange, Sturminster Newton, 7.00pm Nutcracker Ballet, Octagon Theatre, Yeovil, 2.30pm & 7.30pm 10% Festive Season Discount Day, Melbury Gallery, Sherborne, 10.00am-4.00pm Historical Dance Class, Village Hall, Barrington, 1.30pm-4.30pm Steve Harley live, Octagon Theatre, Yeovil, 7.30pm ‘Elizabethan Gardens’ talk, Village Hall, South Petherton, 7.30pm Wincanton Christmas Fair, Wincanton Racecourse, 10.00am-4.00pm Duke’s General Sale, Weymouth Avenue,

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Dorhester, 10.30am* ‘Dynasty’ circus performance, Octagon Theatre, Yeovil, 4.45pm & 7.30pm ‘Eddie the Eagle’ film, Caryford Hall, Castle Cary, 7.30pm ‘Monmouth Rebellion’ talk, Primary School, Martock, 7.30pm 23rd Lawrence’s General Sale, Crewkerne, 9.30am* ‘The Cruise’ film, Digby Church Hall, Sherborne, 6.45pm Christmas Prize Bingo, Langport Arms Hotel, 7.30pm ‘Blast From the Past 2’ talk, Methodist Church Hall, South Petherton, 7.30pm ‘Flowers for the Festive Season’ demonstration, Octagon Theatre, Yeovil, 7.30pm 24th Simpson Millar Legal Surgery, The Old Barn, Yeovil, 10.30am-1.00pm* English Historical Dancing Class, Market House, Castle Cary, 7.30pm ‘Gala Evening of Words and Music’, Octagon Theatre, Yeovil, 7.30pm ‘Count Down to Christmas’ demonstration, Catholic Church Hall, Sherborne, 7.30pm ‘The Kamikazie Hunters’ talk, Sherborne Museum, 7.30pm ‘Black Cat Jazz’ concert, Martock Church, 7.30pm Quiz Night, Sports Club, Somerton, 8.30pm 25th Somerton U3A talk, Edgar Community Hall, Somerton, 10.00am-12.00 noon Come For Coffee, Martock Parish Hall, 10.00am-12.00 noon* Barn Dance, Piddle Valley First School, Cerne Abbas, 7.15pm ‘The Man Who Knew Infinity’ film, Davis Hall, West Camel, 7.30pm ‘The Kingfisher’ talk, The Shambles, Castle Cary, 7.30pm ‘Absolutely Fabulous’ film, Jubilee Hall, Yetminster, 7.30pm ‘The Jo Burt Experience’ concert, Digby Hall, Sherborne, 7.30pm 25th-26th ‘Snow White’ panto, East Coker Village Hall, 2.30pm & 7.30pm 26th Sherborne Vintage Market, Digby Church Hall, Sherborne, 8.30am-3.30pm*

Chasty Cottage Antique Fair, Digby Hall, Sherborne, 9.30am-4.00pm Big Breakfast, Henhayes Centre, Crewkerne, 10.00am-12.00 noon Coffee Morning for Bruton Choral Society, Bruton Community Hall, 10.00am-12.00 noon Christmas Tasting & Gift Fair, Kimbers Farm Shop, Wincanton, 2.00pm* Christmas Fair, Schoolroom, East Lambrook, 2.00pm-4.00pm SDFHS Industrial Archaeology Day, Sherborne Family History Centre, 2.00pm Frank Bruno Evening, George Albert Hotel, Warden Hill, Evereshot, 7.00pm ’The Book of Darkness & Light’, The Shambles, Castle Cary, 7.00pm & 8.45pm Film & Food Evening, David Hall, South Petherton, 7.30pm ‘A Hologram for the King’ film, Martock Parish Hall, 7.30pm ‘Beverley Craven’ concert, Ilminster Arts Centre, 7.30pm Charity Ball, RNAS Yeovilton, 7.30pm Michael Partington concert, Village Hall, Hornblotten, 7.30pm ‘Hail, Caesar!’ film, Warehouse Theatre, Ilminster, 7.45pm 26th-27th 5th Latin American Music Festival, Cheap Street Church, Sherborne, 3.00pm 27th Christmas Tea Party, David Hall, South Petherton, 3.00pm 28th Lyme Bay Auctions, Seaton, 10.00am* ‘Winter Floral Decorations’ demonstration, Parish Rooms, Somerton, 7.30pm 30th Red Berry Recruitment talk, The Manor Hotel, Yeovil, 8.00am* Lawrence’s General Sale, Crewkerne, 9.30am* Coffee Morning, David Hall, South Petherton, 10.00am-12.00 noon ‘Phoenix’ film, Yeovil College, 7.30pm ‘Florence Foster Jenkins’ film, East Coker Village Hall, 7.30pm 30th Nov-3rd Dec‘Key For Two’ play, Swan Theatre, Yeovil, 7.30pm

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by Lauren Hill BARRINGTON On Sunday 20th November between 1.30pm to 4.00pm at the Village Hall there is a Historical Dance Class, which takes place every third Sunday of the month. Flexible footwear and comfortable clothes advised. Entry £5 on the door.

CERNE ABBAS On Saturday 5th November from 12.30pm at the Village Hall St Andrew’s Church have their Soup Lunch.

There will also be a bring and buy, cakes and raffle. Cost £5.

On Monday 19th at the Village Hall from 7.30pm the film showing is ‘Absolutely Fabulous’. Tickets £5 from Shirley (01300 341839), Marion (01300 341375 or Yvonne (01300 341421). See Movies Around the Villages & Towns. On Friday 25th from 7.15pm at the Piddle Valley First School there is a Barn Dance. Entry £6, under 16’s free.

CHARTLON HORETHORNE The Youth Theatre are holding a Workshop Day on Saturday 12th November in the Village Hall.

There will be acting, singing, theatre games, choreography and lots of fun! All young people from 8 to 18 are invited.

Activities run from 9.45am to 4.00pm and the cost is just £10 which includes all refreshments and lunch. Contact Bill on 01963 220640 or billcloss42@gmail.com

CHETNOLE On Sunday 13th November from 4.00pm at the Village Hall Time travelling Victorian magic duo Morgan and West present an ‘Utterly Spiffing Spectacular Magic Show for Kids’ and unload another boxful of bafflement and impossibility. Witness a mountain of mysterious magic, a hatful of hyper-reality, and of course a truck full of tricks and tea. Mixing brain busting illusion and good old fashioned tom-foolery, this is a show for all the family, where magic and silliness abound! Fun for ages 5 to 105. Tickets £10, under 18’s £5, Family £25.

CHISELBOROUGH On Saturday 12th November from 11.00am to 2.30pm at the Village Hall there is an Autumn Market. There will be a raffle and lots of stalls to start your Christmas shopping. Their famous lunches will be served from 12.00 noon and entry is free. For more details call 01935 881724.

DILLINGTON On Friday 28th October at Dillington House there is a three course lunch at 1.00pm followed by a lecture at 2.00pm called ‘Rachmaninov & the Russian Revolution’ with Chris Howes. Chris is passionate about the history of music and with his wealth of knowledge and talent as a pianist his lectures are always insightful and stimulating. For this lecture he will talk about how the great romantic composer Rachmaninov saved his career by fleeing the Russian Revolution. Ticket £23, includes three course lunch with coffee and lecture, available from 01460 258613.

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DITCHEAT On Thursday 17th November from 7.30pm at the Village Hall the film is ‘The Man Who Knew Infinity’. There is a licensed bar, tea and coffee available.

Tickets £6 from Village Farm Shop, 01749 860396 or on the door. See Movies Around the Villages & Towns.

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EAST COKER On Saturday 29th October from 2.00pm to 4.00pm the East Coker Society’s Annual Winter Fayre takes place. Start your Christmas shopping early from a wide selection of produce including Christmas cards and decorations, diaries, calendars, bric-a-brac, homemade cakes, savouries, farm foods, garden plants, books, crafts, jewellery, knitwear, home furnishings, wooden products, children’s toys and much more. Entry £2.50, includes tea or coffee and mince pie. Under 14s free. Spaces still available for stall holders call 01935 862218. On Thursday 10th November from 7.30pm the Gardening Club have their AGM. More details on 01935 862447.

On Friday 25th at 7.30pm and Saturday 26th at 2.30pm and 7.30pm the East Coker Players present ‘Snow White’ – a traditional family pantomime.

Tickets Adults £6, Children £4 available from Vicky on 01935 862711. On Wednesday 30th at 7.30pm see the film ‘Florence Foster Jenkins’. Entry £6. For more details call 01935 862447. All events at the Village Hall.

EAST LAMBROOK There is a Christmas Fair at the Schoolroom on Saturday 26th November from 2.00m to 4.00pm. There will be many exciting stalls including Avon Bulbs so a chance to stock up on some unusual bulbs. Free entry.

EVERSHOT At Warden Hill Trading Post the Car Boot Sales are every Sunday with gates opening for sellers at 8.00am with buyers from 9.00am to 1.00pm. Buyers free with sellers £5 for car, £8 trailers, £10 vans except every fourth Sunday of the month when it is free for sellers as well. More details from 01935 479647.

HINTON ST GEORGE On Saturday 12th November at the Village Hall from 7.30pm see the film ‘Race. Tickets £5 in advance from Personal Services Store and Dorothy’s Tearoom or £5.50 on the door. See Movies Around the Villages & Towns.

HORNBLOTTEN On Saturday 26th November from 7.30pm at the

Village Hall see classical guitarist Michael Partington. Those of you who were lucky enough to see Michael play at Hornblotton two years ago were struck not only by his technique but equally by his sensitive musicality. Michael is Director of the Guitar Program at the University of Washington, USA and we are delighted to host an all too rare British appearance. He will be playing a programme of music from three centuries by Napoléon Coste, Isaac Albéniz, Joaquín Rodrigo, Astor Piazzolla, Bryan Johanson and Stephen Goss. No meals this time, but Christmas snacks and punch available. Tickets £10 from 01963 240282 or bowencolin@hotmail.com. For details: www.hvh.btck.co.uk KINGSBURY EPISCOPI On Saturday 29th October at 7.30pm at St Martins Church see ‘The Brue Boys Male Voice Choir’. They will be entertaining people with a rendition of popular songs including Rule Britannia.

Refreshments available and tickets adults £8, children £4 available from 01935 826181.

LEIGH On Monday 14th November at the Village Hall from 7.30pm the see film ‘Golden Years’.

Tickets £6 available from Bridge Stores on 01935 872323. For more details contact Fiona Parks on 01935 873603. See Movies Around the Villages & Towns. On Saturday 19th from 11.00am to 3.00pm go along to the Christmas Fair. There will be some wonderful craft stalls, tombola, raffle, treasure hunt, name the bear, guess the number of sweets in a jar, live music and a choir. Also, on sale will be bacon butties, Christmas cake, mince pies, mulled wine, tea and coffee. Entry £2, under 15’s free. More details on 01963 210154.

LONG SUTTON On Wednesday 4th November from 7.15pm at the Village Hall the Somerton and Langport Area Branch RNLI have a lecture called ‘The Domestic Garden in British painting 18501910’ by Richard Kay, Lawrences Picture Expert. Tickets £15, includes a glass of wine and canapes in aid of RNLI. For more details call 01458 251282.

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MARTOCK On Saturday 29th October at the Parish Hall from 7.30pm the film showing is ‘Our Kind of Traitor’.

Tickets £5 in advance available from Just For Pets or £5.50 on the door.

For more details call 01935 826457.

See Movies Around the Villages & Towns. On Monday 7th November at Martock School at 7.30pm the Local History Society have a talk on ‘A History of the Dodgems’ with speaker Kay TH Townsend. Non members £2. On Semi Permanent Eyelash Extensions Tuesday 8th at the Or Parish Rooms from Eyelash Lift with Eyelash Tint 7.30pm the For £40 Gardening Society Shellac Manicure and Pedicure for £45 have a talk called ‘Plant Hunters and Gift vouchers and Decleor Christmas Pioneers’ by the Gift sets also available. renowned Caradoc Doy. There will also be an informal seed swap between members. Non members £2. On Friday 11th November at the United £7 from 01935 822706£8 or Reformed Church from 2.00pm to £7 on the door. See Art for 4.00pm go along to ‘Time For more details. On Friday 25th from Tea’. Everyone welcome. On 10.00am to 12.00 noon at the Saturday 12th from 10.00am to Parish Hall it is ‘Come For 1.00pm in the Shopping Precinct Coffee’ with cakes and some visit the Farmers Market. There market stalls. On Saturday 26th at will be 16 stalls with buffalo, the Parish Hall from 7.30pm the cauliflower, salads, eggs, jams, film ‘A Hologram For The King’ coffee, quiches, bread, cheese, will be showing. Tickets £5 in bacon, vinaigrettes, chicken, advance available from Just For cider, plants, vodka and eccles Pets or £5.50 on the door. For cakes. For more details call more details call 01935 01935 822202. On Wednesday 826457. See Movies Around 16th from 10.30am to 12.00 the Villages & Towns. noon at the Old Hall the RNLI have a Coffee Morning. There MARSTON MAGNA On will be Christmas cards, Saturday 5th November from calendars, diaries on sale and a 10.00am to 3.00pm there is a raffle. On Wednesday 16th at the Christmas Craft Fair at the Recreation Ground Pavilion from Village Hall. Handmade arts 2.30pm the WI have a talk and crafts, cakes, flower called ‘First Responder’ with decorations and raffle. speaker Mary Norbury. Please Refreshments available. Free note the change of venue from entry. now on. For more details call 01935 825494. On Friday 18th MILBORNE PORT On Saturday at 9.30pm from the Precinct there 12th November from 7.00pm at the is a free Health Walk. Walks are Village Hall see the film ‘Golden friendly and about 45 minutes Years’. The film stars Virginia long and are led by trained McKenna and Bernard Hill as volunteers at a pace suitable to Martha and Arthur Goode, and the group. Everyone welcome. co-stars Phil Davis, Simon Callow, On Saturday 19th at All Saints’ Alun Armstrong, Una Stubbs and Church from 10.30am to 3.00pm Sue Johnston. The filming there is an Advent Market. There locations are mainly in and will be Christmas gifts, cards, around Bristol. Tickets £5 (on cakes, preserves and more. sale from Tuesday 1st November) Lunches and refreshments from Wayne Pullen Butchers or available. On Tuesday 22nd from Crackmore Garage or £5.50 on 7.30pm at the Primary School the the door.

History Group have a talk on the ‘Monmouth Rebellion’ by John NORTH CADBURY On Allen. His talk was a sell-out at Wednesday 19th October from South Petherton. Admission £3.

2.30pm to 4.30pm at the For more details call 01935 Village Hall the Gardening Club 822202. On Thursday 24th at the have a talk called ‘The Plant Parish Church at 7.30pm see Hunter’ by Christine Stones.

‘Black Cat Jazz’, playing Non-members £2. Please note, melodious tunes in the New no meeting in December. For Orleans Dance Hall style, all more details contact Jenny on made famous during the 1940 01963 440478.

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NORTON SUB HAMDON Do not forget the Autumn Jumble Sale at the Village Hall on Saturday 5th November from 11.00am. In aid of Hall Funds there will be lots of stands to browse. Entry 30p. For more details call 01935 881718.

OBORNE On Monday 7th November at the Village Hall from 8.00pm the film showing is ‘Money Monster’. Tickets £5 from 07934 737104 or £6 on the door. See Movies Around the Villages & Towns. On Thursday 10th from 7.30pm at The Grange see ‘Two Halves of Guinness’. Mark Burgess’ funny and insightful play was written especially for well-known actor Trevor Littledale. Tickets £12, or with a pre-show supper £26 in aid of Oborne Village Hall from the hotel on 01935 813463. See Art for more details.

PENDOMER On Sunday 6th November at the Church at 5.00pm listen to the second ‘Practice Makes Perfect’ Wind Instrument Ensembles with this month performing Gounod with a petite symphonie of flute, oboe, clarinet, horn and bassoon. Free admission (donations to the Church appreciated). For more details call Anthea Lovelock on 01935 891328.

QUEEN CAMEL On Saturday 5th November from 10.00am to 12.30pm at the Memorial Hall there is a Craft Fayre. A variety of stalls selling their fabulous handmade gifts – an ideal opportunity to start your Christmas shopping or treat yourself. Children’s activities, tombola, raffle with luxury hampers to win and refreshments available. All proceeds go to the Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance. Free entry. On Thursday 10th from 7.30pm at the Memorial Hall the Horticultural Society has a talk called ‘Avon Bulbs’ with speaker Mr Chris Ireland-Jones.

Non-members £2. For more details call 01935 850961.

RIMPTON There is a Crafts for Christmas Table Top Sale on Saturday 19th November from 10.00am until 1.00pm. Lots of gifts and refreshments for sale.

Admission free.

SANDFORD ORCAS On Thursday 10th November from 7.30pm at the Village Hall see ‘Flats and Sharps’. Hailing from Cornwall, ‘Flats and Sharps’ blur the lines between bluegrass, folk, country and pop, gaining recognition for performing their own highly original songs as well as renditions of Bluegrass classics.

These five incredible young

musicians have honed their skills in over 350 live performances, charming and wowing audiences. Expect rapid-fire banjo, mandolin and fiddle, with acoustic guitar and double bass all supported by sumptuous vocals and harmonies. Tickets £10, under 18’s £6, Family £25. On Saturday 19th at 11.00am for 11.30am the Village Hall have their AGM. Coffee and biscuits will be available and all welcome.

SEAVINGTON ST MARY On Thursday 10th November at 7.30 pm at the Millennium Hall see Paul Atterbury, who is best known for his appearances on Antiques Roadshow who will talk about ‘The Making of a Dorset Garden’. The planning and creation of his own large and private garden near Bridport. Visitors £2. For more idetails call 01460 249728.

STOKE SUB HAMDON On Saturday 12th November from 10.30am to 3.00pm at the Working Men’s Club the Yeovil and District Fundraising Group are holding a Christmas Fair.

There will be craft stalls, tombolas, raffle, refreshments and lots of Christmas decorations and gifts. All money raised goes to Marie Curie and will stay locally to provide nursing care for the

terminally ill. For more information or to book a stall contact jdhockley@hotmail.com SOUTH PETHERTON On Saturday 29th October from 10.00am to 12.00 noon at the Methodist Church the League of Friends have a Coffee Morning and Christmas Card Sale.

Enjoy a cup of coffee and see their lovely selection of good quality cards. On Friday 4th November from 8.00pm at the David Hall see ‘That Last Man on the Moon’. Tickets £5. See Art for more details. On Saturday 5th at the David Hall from 9.30am to 12.30pm there is a Craft Fair. Enjoy a relaxing morning wandering around the delightful stalls. Find ‘one of a kind’ art work, great for that special Christmas present or for yourself. Free entry. On Monday 14th from 7.30pm at the Village Hall the WI host ‘Chocolate Delights’ with Deanna de Burgh.

A delicious evening of chocolate demonstrations and learning about the history of chocolate.

Competition – Chocolate heaven (a chocolate related artifact of your own chocolate creation) and Bloom of the Month. Visitors £2. On Thursday 17th from 9.00am to 4.00pm at the Market Square go along to the Artisan and Craft Market. Retro, vintage, old and new. Also featuring

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local crafts and those from further afield. To book a stall phone 07966 658966 or for more information go to: www.southpethertonmarket.com On Friday 18th from 8.00pm the Petherton Picture Show presents ‘Florence Foster Jenkins’.

Tickets £5. See Art for more details. On Monday 21st at 7.30pm at the Village Hall the Gardening Club have a talk called ‘Elizabethan Gardens’ by Montacute’s Jennie Langford.

Visitors £1.50. Please note, no meeting in December. On Wednesday 23rd from 7.30pm at the Methodist Church Hall the History Group have Medieval music historian specialist David James who will entertain with a ‘Blast from the Past 2’. He will be putting medieval wind and stringed instruments into their historical context and playing old tunes on them. Visitors £3.

Please note, no meeting in December. On Saturday 26th from 7.30pm at the David Hall the Petherton Picture Show presents ‘Dad’s Army’ along with a light supper. See Art for more details. On Sunday 27th from 3.00pm it is the David Hall Christmas Tea Party. Celebrate the start of the Christmas season with fun and festivities with live music, Christmas stalls, children’s entertainment and watch the Christmas Lights Switch On. On Wednesday 30th from 10.00am to 12.00 noon there is another Coffee Morning at the David Hall. Pop in, look around the books and bric-abrac stalls and more often than not, listen to some live music.

Free entry.

THORNFORD On Saturday 19th November from 10.00am to 2.00pm at the Village Hall the Yeovil and Sherborne Branch of Multiple Sclerosis Society hold their Winter Fayre.

WEST CAMEL On Friday 28th October at the Davis Hall from 7.30pm the film showing is the ‘Golden Years’. On Friday 25th from 7.30pm at the Davis Hall

see ‘The Man Who Knew Infinity’. Growing up poor in the Madras of colonial India in the early 1900s, self-taught maths genius, Srinivasa Ramanujan Iyengar (Dev Patel) earns admittance to Cambridge University during WWI, where he becomes a pioneer in mathematical theories with the guidance of his eccentric professor, G.H. Hardy (Jeremy Irons). Refreshments available and licensed bar. Admission £5 on the door for both films. For more details call Mary Gordon on 01935 851214. See Movies Around the Villages & Towns WEST COKER On Tuesday 1st November at the Village Hall from 7.30pm the WI have a talk called ‘De-cluttering’ by Jennifer Matthew. On Wednesday 9th at the Village Hall the Gardening Club host a Castle Gardens talk called ‘Slightly Naughty Plants’.

Interesting, amusing and fun look at plants that cheat, steal, deceive with poisons, aphrodisiacs, perception altering and other uses the doctor would not recommend!

Non-members £2. For more details and to become a member phone 01935 863176.

On Friday 11th at 7.30pm at the Village Hall see the film ‘Dad’s Army’. Refreshments available and licensed bar. Admission £5 available from The Post Office or on 01935 863176 or on the door. See Movies Around the Villages & Towns.

WHITELACKINGTON On Wednesday 2nd November from 8.00pm there is a Chocoholics Evening. A wide variety of chocolate and chocolate themed items ideal for Christmas, prices start at 25p. Free entry. On Friday 11th from 7.30pm there is a Quiz Night. Teams of up to four, £1.25 per person. On Saturday 19th from 10.00am to 2.00pm there is a Christmas Fayre. Over 25 stalls selling local craft, jewellery & handmade items suitable for

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YETMINSTER On Tuesday 8th November from 7.00pm at the Jubilee Hall the Gardening Club have their AGM and a talk called ‘The Victorian Garden’.

Chris Smith will take them back to the 19th century and the Victorian era when gardening became widely popular due in part to new technologies, more diverse plant stock, and the rise of the middle class and, with it, the invention of suburban living. However, as Chris explains, the underlying theme of the Victorian Garden, as in much of Victorian life in general, was man’s conquest over the elements. On Wednesday 9th from 2.30pm at the Jubilee Hall the History Society have a talk called ‘ErleDrax (Wicked Squire of Holnest)’. J.S.W.S. Erle-Drax (1800-1887) sat as the Tory member for Wareham three times between 1841 and 1880, was High Sheriff of Dorset in 1840 and also served as Deputy Lieutenant of Dorset in 1852. He is, however, remembered today for his great eccentricities, so that he has now become almost folkloric in stature. In this talk our speaker aims to strip fact from fiction and further seek out the man behind the legend. On Tuesday 25th at the Jubilee Hall from 7.30pm the film showing is ‘Absolutely Fabulous’. Tickets £6 (includes a Choc Ice) available from Spar Shop, Sunnyside. For more details call Sue Eadon on 01935 873699.

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Jennifer Saunders and Joanna Lumley. (Showing at Cerne Abbas and Yetminster) A HOLOGRAM FOR THE KING (12A) Cultures collide when a failing American businessman is sent to Saudi Arabia to close what he hopes will be the deal of a lifetime, selling his company’s product to a wealthy monarch. Baffled by local customs and stymied by an opaque bureaucracy, he eventually finds his footing with the help of a wise-cracking taxi driver and a beautiful Saudi doctor. Starring Tom Hanks, Alexander Black and Sarita Choudhury. (Showing at Martock) DAD’S ARMY (12A) It is 1944 and WW2 is reaching its climax. The allies are poised to invade France and finally defeat the German army. In Walmington-on-Sea morale amongst the Home Guard is low. Their new mission is to patrol the Dover army base and is a great chance to revive spirits and reputation – that is until glamorous journalist Rose Winters arrives to write about their exploits, setting the pulses racing and putting local women on red alert. Starring Bill Nighy, Catherine Zeta-Jones, Toby James and Tom Courtenay) (Showing at West Coker and South Petherton) EDDIE THE EAGLE (PG) Based on a true story Michael “Eddie” Edwards is an unlikely but courageous British ski jumper who never stopped believing in himself – even as an entire nation is counting him out. With the help of rebellious and charismatic coach Bronson Peary (Hugh Jackman), Eddie takes on the establishment and wins the hearts of sports fans around the world by making an improbable and historic showing at the 1988 Calgary Winter Olympics. (Showing at Castle Cary)

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theirs. Their plan is simple: hit a series of banks and steal back their pensions along with those of their similarly stricken friends. After all, who would suspect an elderly couple towing a caravan behind their sensible Rover of being a modern-day Bonnie-and Clyde? Pretty soon, their friends are recruited to form a motley band of unusual suspects and they prepare to take down the biggest bank of all. Starring Bernard Hill, Virginia McKenna, Una Stubbs and Simon Callow.

(Showing at Leigh, Milborne Port, Somerton and West Camel) LOVE AND FRIENDSHIP (U) Beautiful young widow Lady Susan Vernon visits the estate of her in-laws to wait out the colourful rumours about her dalliances which are circulating through polite society. Whilst ensconced there, she decides to secure a husband for herself and a future for her eligible but reluctant daughter, Frederica.

In doing so she attracts the simultaneous attentions of the

young, handsome Reginald DeCourcy, the rich and silly Sir James Martin and the divinely handsome, but married, Lord Manwaring complicating matters severely. Based on the Jane Austen novella ‘Lady Susan’. Starring Kate Beckinsale, Morfydd Clark, Xavier Samuel and Tom Bennett.

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MONEY MONSTER (15) Arrogant TV financial advisor Lee Gates (George Clooney) and his producer Patty (Julia Roberts) are at the top of their

THE MAN WHO KNEW INFINITY (12A) Set in Colonial India in 1913.

Srinavasa Ramanujan is a 25 year old shipping clerk and selftaught mathematical genius.

Determined to pursue his passion despite rejection and derision from his peers, Ramanujan writes a letter to G. H. Hardy, an eminent British mathematics professor at Trinity College, Cambridge. Hardy recognizes the originality and brilliance of Ramanujan’s raw talent and despite the scepticism of his colleagues, undertakes to bring him to Cambridge so that his theories can be explored.

Leaving his young wife behind, Ramanujan arrives in England where his race and culture arouse prejudice and hostility.

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game on CNBC, with the show Money Monster, that advises working class citizens on which stocks to buy and sell. When Gates promotes a high-tech stock that mysteriously crashes, he is held hostage on live TV by Kyle Budwell (Jack O’Connell), a janitor who lost everything investing in that stock. Lee soon figures out there is more than meets the eye with the mysterious crash and works to find out the truth. (Showing at Odcombe) RACE (PG) Based on the incredible true story of Jesse Owens, the legendary athletic superstar whose quest to

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Legal Matters

by Victoria Knight, Associate Solicitor of Battens Solicitors

Collecting a Prescription can be Hazardous... hen we attend our local chemist to collect prescribed medication, whether this is located in a High Street shop or in your local GP practice, we usually take it for granted that the chemist or pharmacist has dispensed the correct medication. However, it is not uncommon for errors to occur and for patients to be given a completely different drug to that prescribed.

This can be extremely dangerous.

Doctors take great care to decide the correct medication for you, based on your health needs as well as age and any other medical conditions. To be provided with the wrong medication can be likened to playing Russian roulette, as you simply do not know what that tablet or liquid contains when you swallow it.

Consequences & Claims.

The wrong medication can have devastating consequences. For example, consider the effects of a medication to reduce blood pressure wrongly being taken by a patient with already low blood pressure, or a morphine based medication to control pain in a patient not used to its strong sedative effect.

Patients who receive the wrong medication are often completely unaware of why they are feeling unwell. They are facing a double challenge: not only have they introduced something unexpected and unknown into their system, but they are without the benefit of the medicine they need.

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It can be some time until the mistake is identified and realised as the reason for the ill health.

All of this can result in a frightening experience for the patient.

Legal claims can be brought in such situations. Patients can seek compensation for the ill health suffered, and to reflect their anxiety in trusting medications in the future. They may also have suffered financial losses including loss of earnings.

How we can Help?

If you have suffered a dispensing error in the last 3 years, get in touch with us here at Battens.

We provide a comprehensive clinical negligence service including claims for dispensing errors.

We can help you pursue a legal claim against the pharmacy concerned, to help you obtain compensation and move on from the incident.

Our specialist team is local to you and very experienced, specialising in clinical claims.

We have offices located throughout Somerset and Dorset - from Bath to Weymouth and Wareham. We are highly sympathetic and make it a point to treat all our clients as individuals, not numbers. We also offer No Win, No Fee type fee arrangements in a lot of cases.

Contact Victoria Knight: 01935 846131 in the first instance to discuss if you wish to make a claim, or you can email Victoria.knight@battens.co.uk Lastly, remember that prevention is better than cure so do check the contents of your prescription to ensure this does not happen to you.

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Health & Wellbeing

Pet Health

by Niki Cassar

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

A Viewpoint on a Vaccination n July this year 'The Daily Telegraph' ran an article on the Nobivac Lepto4 vaccine.

It was written in a negative manner and highlighted potentially dangerous side effects of this vaccine. This is a topic that has been raised with me numerous times and there certainly seems to be a number of breeders who are advising

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Fear is only ‘False Evidence Appearing Real’ nxiety and fear is something we all experience, every day of our lives. Mostly it remains at an acceptable level and we can contain it, but for some people, it seems to keep growing until the molehill becomes a mountain, and we can be affected in many ways, with poor sleep and painful digestive problems being at the top of the list. As the anxious feelings increase with time, they can manifest in limiting fears or phobias, such as: fear of open spaces; confined spaces; heights or fear of flying. There are dozens more and if you are someone who has a specific fear, you undoubtedly know its name!

Research suggests that 98% of what we fear never comes to pass, which means that we waste a huge amount of time and energy being anxious, rather than enjoying life.

However why are some people so much more fearful than others? The answer lies in your childhood, when you were highly-suggestible to the ideas and behaviours of those around you. As an only child, you may have been over-protected by your parents. A fearful mother who consistently cautioned you could have made you into a cautious person. Living in an ‘unsafe’ environment where you witnessed, or were subjected to, mental or physical abuse, would have put you constantly on red alert.

A child who is inwardly anxious will mostly learn to hide it from others, but as an adult, anything they perceive to be potentially dangerous will increase the level of anxiety, until it reaches the point where it is always on the simmer, ready to boil over at any moment.

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your fears. Firstly, identify exactly what it is that you are feeling anxious about and focus on it. For example: I might not get to your appointment in time. Then ask yourself the question: Then what might happen? Possible answer: I will miss the appointment. Then what might happen? Possible answer: I will have to re-schedule my appointment or try and persuade them to fit me in later.

Then what might happen? Well, nothing really, it will just be an inconvenience.

Be sure to give honest answers!

Keep going until you reach the point where there are no further possible answers. Clearly, this is a very simple example and there will be times when more thought is required to arrive at the bottom line. If you find yourself stuck, then ask yourself the crucial question: What is the worst that can happen? Once you have identified that, ask yourself: Then what might happen? You will often find that you have downsized your fear dramatically.

It is absolutely true that there are no problems, only solutions. When practising this process, remember the old saying that ‘human beings do better with practice’, whilst constantly reminding yourself that you are focusing on a positive outcome, rather than a negative one.

If your anxiety levels are too much for you to cope with, then hypnotherapy can help you permanently downsize them to nothing more than everyday niggles. Please call Niki Cassar on 01963 371 695 for a free, confidential chat. Quote ‘The Conduit’ for a £10 discount on your first session in Horsington (near Templecombe) or The Sherborne Rooms in Sherborne.

against this vaccine. I thought this maybe a good time to put forward some of the facts and my views.

Leptospirosis is a bacterial infection spread through the urine of infected rats, wildlife and dogs. It causes kidney and liver disease, can affect other organs, and can eventually cause organ failure and death.

The previous Lepto2 vaccine covered dogs against two strains of Leptospirosis but outbreaks of a new strain prompted development of the Lepto4 vaccine which covers dogs against four strains and 80% of Leptospirosis in Europe. New strains have likely entered the Uk through the increased travel of both people and pets.

We were one of the first practices to use this Lepto4 vaccine in the Southwest and we have been using it for over three years. Any medicine or vaccination has the risk of side effects but most vaccine “reactions” are minor and transient. We, as a practice, have not encountered any significant problems with this vaccination. It can cause mild discomfort on injection, especially in small puppies but this is again short lived.

The British Veterinary Association (BVA) responded

swiftly to the July Article with the following statement: “We are very concerned that the recent articles about the L4 vaccine risks scaremongering dog owners into making blanket decisions and avoiding vaccinations for their dog. Vets, many of us being pet owners ourselves, completely understand the upset and concern when pets are unwell, however vaccinations save lives and are an important tool in keeping animals healthy.

It is essential that owners make a fully informed choice in partnership with their local vet on a suitable vaccination and, overall preventative healthcare program for their dog, based on many factors including the health and age of the pet and based on scientific evidence. If pet owners suspect adverse reactions to any medication or have concerns it is critical that they report these to their vets so they can be thoroughly and scientifically investigated and reported to the veterinary medicines regulators.”

The BVA has also issued letters to both 'The Daily Telegraph' and 'Daily Mail' in reaction to their articles. In addition to this, the World Small Animal Veterinary Association (WSAVA) also issued a statement in response to the articles, stating that the claims made by the papers are completely untrue.

My and our practice beliefs fall in line with the statement provided by the BVA. We believe vaccination is an invaluable part of any preventative health care plan but any decision needs to be made on evidenced based medicine, tailored to the individual patients needs and ideally after discussion with their Veterinary Surgeon. Any of our vets would be happy to discuss this matter further in person or by telephone.

On Saturday, 5th November, Castle Gardens is hosting a Pet Day where a photographer is on hand to take portraits of people with their pets prior to Christmas.

I am also presenting a talk on pet health and taking questions.

Further details are available from Castle Gardens, Sherborne and I look forward to seeing some of you there.

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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 Monday 31st October 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 and the lots and live online bidding takes place at easylive.com as well as @the-saleroom.com

Hazy-Maes General Auction takes place at Unit 4 Beckery Road, Glastonbury on Friday 4th at 6.30pm and then on Saturday 5th from 11.00am. Lots of varied lots from household items to antiques. Viewing is on Friday before the sale from 11.00am and then 9.30am on the sale day.

All the lots are online at www.hazymaesauctions.co.uk

Duke's in Dorchester have a General Sale at Avenue Auctions, Weymouth Avenue on Tuesday 1st November from 10.30am.

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

Chasty Cottage Antiques has an Antiques & Flea Fair at Salisbury Racecourse (S2 8PN) on Sunday 6th from 10.00am to 3.30pm. A great choice of stands to chose from. Entry £3.

Lawrence's in Crewkerne have their usual General Sales in November on Wednesdays 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th. 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.

Charterhouse Auctioneers has a Vintaqe Car Auction on Sunday 6th from 10.00am to 4.00pm at the Royal Bath & West Showground, Shepton Mallet. Full catalogue online at www.charterhouse-auction.com There is an Antiques & Collectors Fair on Friday 11th to Sunday 13th from 12.00 noon to 5.00pm (Friday), 9.00am-5.00pm

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(Saturday) and 10.00am to 4.00pm (Sunday) at the Bath & West Showground, Shepton Mallet.

Entry £5 (Sat & Sun) £10 (Fri).

Organized by the IACF there are over 500 stands inside and outside with a wide range of antiques to suit every house and pocket.

McCubbing & Redfern in Wells has a Antiques & Collectables Auction on Wednesday 16th from 1.00pm. Viewing days are the day preceding the sale (10.00am to 7.00pm) and on the morning of the sale from 9.30am. You can enter items for sale a week beforehand and all lots are on www.mccubbingandredfern.co.uk Lawrence's in Crewkerne have Auctions in Militaria, Tribal Art, Coins & Medals on Thursday 17th and a Collectors & Sporting and Clothing & Textiles Auction on Friday 18th. Both the Auctions start at 10.00am. For more information and viewing times go to their website.

their Long Street Salesrooms in Sherborne. (Entry for lots by Tuesday 1st November.) Full catalogue online at www.charterhouse-auction.com Hazy-Maes General Auction & Clearance Sale takes place at Glastonbury with their next sale on Friday 18th at 6.30pm and then on Saturday 19th from 11.00am.

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Duke's in Dorchester have a General Sale at Avenue Auctions, Weymouth Avenue on Tuesday 22nd from 10.30am. Catalogue available online and viewing Saturday and Monday prior to the auction.

Sherborne Vintage Market is on Saturday 26th from 8.30am to 3.30pm at Digby Church Hall in Sherborne. Over 30 sellers of quality vintage. Entry Free.

Duke's in Dorchester have an Asian Art Auction at Brewery's Square, Dorchester on Friday 18th from 10.30am. Catalogue available online and viewing prior to the auction. Catalogue at www.dukes-auctions.com

Chasty Cottage Antiques has an Antiques Fair at Digby Hall, Sherborne on Saturday 26th from 9.30am to 4.00pm. A great choice of stands to chose from.

Entry £1.

Charterhouse Auctioneers has a Silver, Jewellery, Watches & Antiques including a selection of Wine, Port & Spirit Auction on Thursday 17th and Friday 18th in

On Monday 28th from 10.00am Lyme Bay Auctions at Seaton have their monthly general auction morning.

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Antique Evening Do not forget the Acreman Street Antiques Centre in Sherborne has their introductory evening for The Flame Lily Tearoom on Sunday 30th October from 4.00pm onwards.

Entry is free and they will be showcasing what the Tearoom has to offer as well as introduce the Antiques Centre. There will be delicious 'sushi' tasters and canapes from Eat West Country as well as several talks including

one on 'Chinese Ceramics' by Gerald Davison who is a former NADFA lecturer.

The Acreman Street Antiques Centre currently hosts approximately 40 traders, some of whom will be presenting short introductions during the evening on their areas of expertise.

For further details call Dale on 01935 815568 or Gill on 01935 598764.

Dinky Toys The name 'Dinky Toys' has almost become a generic term for small die-cast model vehicles, but in fact it was once a brand in its own right and were produced by the Meccano company, which had been formed by Frank Hornby to make the now famous construction sets and model railways.

The first Dinky Toys were introduced during 1933 and were intended as accessories for the model railways. Initially they were called Hornby Modelled Miniatures with the Dinky Toys name being used from 1934. British production was based in Liverpool, making a range

of contemporary cars, commercials, farm vehicles, ships and aircraft.

With the outbreak of World War II, production of metal toys was stopped and it was not until 1946 that restrictions were lifted and Dinky Toys reappeared on the market, initially with the pre-war range. The first entirely new post war model being appropriately a Jeep.

The late 1940's and the 1950's were halcyon years for Dinky Toys with the introduction of the Supertoys range of large trucks, but gradually competition was increasing from other manufacturers, especially Corgi Toys which appeared in 1956.

Corgi models were better detailed and had features such as glazed windows and later working suspension and opening doors, forcing Dinky to play catch up as sales suffered.

From a child's or collectors point of view, this competition was good news, as during the 1960's a fantastic selection was available with ranges of models based on TV series such as the Thunderbirds, Captain Scarlet, The Prisoner and many others.

All this was not enough to keep Dinky Toys solvent and British production ceased in 1980, however, the name does live on, but is now used by other manufacturers.

Dinky Toys have now become very collectable, pre-war models are especially desirable, also certain rarities and odd colours can fetch high prices and there are several reference books available to collectors. A good selection can be found at Wardon Hill Trading Post.

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So what can you find in our Antiques Centre? e have 45 dealers with a wide variety of quality and interesting stock to suit all pockets. With Christmas fast approaching we are an ideal destination for finding that special present for a loved one.

We also offer an in-house jewellery repair service and our Flame Lily Tearoom has delicious homemade cakes and light lunches as well as a traditional Sunday afternoon 'special high tea'.

We will also purchase any unwanted items big or small. If you think you might want to trade from here we also have a cabinet available and floor space. Please ring Gill with any enquiries on 01935 508764.

There is a special Valuation Day on Sunday 6th November from 10.30am to 2.30pm. Take along your special items for their expert traders to look at and value.

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One of a Kind A 1946 one of a kind Daimler woody is going under the Charterhouse hammer in their Auction of Classic and Vintage Cars on Sunday 6th November.

This Daimler is understood to be fitted with a one off body by the well-known prestige coachbuilders Barker & Co. Probably commissioned and made for a country estate, this car has not been on the open market for years as the current

interest in cars and also owns a 1972 Rover P5B coupe which he has also entered into the Charterhouse auction. Estimated at £15,000-£18,000 and finished in a great paint scheme of silver over Arden green with a buckskin leather interior, the car was featured and driven by Richard Hammond in a Top Gear programme.

Charterhouse is now accepting further entries for this November auction which is being held in conjunction with The Footman James Bristol Classic Restoration Show at Shepton Mallet and for their two day Thursday 17th and Friday 18th November auction of Silver, Jewellery, Watches and Antiques with a special selection of wine, port and whisky.

For further information regarding 1946 Daimler woody £15,000-18,000 these auctions, or to owner purchased it from the arrange a home visit, please widow of a friend. The Daimler contact Matthew Whitney at is fitted with a 2.5 litre straight six Charterhouse, The Long Street engine and was featured on the Salerooms, Sherborne 01935 front cover of Tailgate Magazine 812277 or email items for valuation in 2014. Having recently had at info@charterhouse-auction.com the Ash framework replaced it is estimated at £15,000£18,000.

The owner, having had a head for speed (he won a gold medal in the bobsled at the 1964 Innsbruck Winter Olympics), today prefers a more sedate pace in a car.

Now in his 80’s he 1972 Rover P5B coupe £15,000-18,000 has had a long term

1980 Ford Capri 3.0 S £13,000-15,000 6th November

Classic & Vintage Car Auction Sunday 6th November Silver, Jewellery, Watches & Antiques with a selection of Wine, Port & Spirits Thursday 17th & Friday 18th November We are accepting items for these auctions

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

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Blazing Saddles & Kinky Boots: Sherborne’s leather industry he treating of hides and skins of animals for clothing and shelter has a long ancestry. The vegetable tanning process, using primarily oak bark containing tannin, developed in the Greco-Roman period remained largely unchanged until the late 18th century. The leather industry, second only to the textile trade in importance in the pre-industrial era, produced the raw material

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Calendar celebrates Yeovil’s past The Community Heritage Access Centre (CHAC) has now published the fourth 2017 Yeovil calendar.

This year’s calendar has a theme of celebration as Heritage Information Assistant, Joseph Lewis, explained: “With the 2017 calendar, we emphasised people coming together for national and social occasions and highlighted some intriguing Yeovil scenes and industries. These included the Proclamation of King Edward VII in The Borough and a group image of

possibly Yeovil’s First Carnival.”

The calendar is presented in a new landscape format and is available at £6 each or two for £10. All proceeds will go towards the care of the collections at the Community Heritage Access Centre.

Calendars are currently available from: Joseph Lewis, Community Heritage Access Centre from (01935) 462886, Yeovil and Cartgate Tourist Information Office, SSDC Bryon Way Reception and Brismore Garden Centre.

for trades and crafts involved in a wide range of manufacturing, with thicker and heavier leathers used for shoes and saddlery, and lighter leathers (from sheep, calf or goat skins) used to produce gloves, parchment and book bindings.

The basic raw materials required for the tanning industry were a plentiful supply of hides, oak bark, lime and water, all of which were available in the local area. The manufacture of leather can be divided into three stages.

First, the hides and skins were sorted, washed, soaked and depilated. Second, they were tanned for up to a year in liquor diluted with oak bark before being removed to dry out slowly in sheds with louvered panels to control temperature and sunlight.

Third, the currier would pare the skins to the required thickness and impregnate them with dubbin (a mixture of tallow and cod or whale oil) to render the leather usable.

The Sherborne map and terrier of 1834 reveals a number of leather-making industrial sites in the town. In Westbury, James Rawes had tanning pits, a bark

store and drying sheds; in Horsecastles (opposite the Teddy Rowe pub) there was a fellmonger’s yard; and at the bottom of Acreman Street (opposite Jill’s hairdressers) there was a tannery, a currier’s shop and fellmongers yard. Another tannery was run by Robert Hellyar on a site at New Well water (now the location of Sherborne International). When Hellyar went bankrupt in 1835, the site was put up for auction with 61 tan pits, 6 lime pits, two large drying sheds, a bark milling house, a fellmonger’s yard, a currier’s department and a five bedroom house.

Although the Victoria County History for Dorset makes no mention of leather production, early evidence of tanning is revealed in the Sherborne Manor Court Roll of 1459-60 where Henry Oliver, tanner, is ordered to remove his tan pit as it was proving obnoxious to his neighbours. Between 1571 and 1826, six wills and inventories survive for Sherborne tanners.

The probate inventory of Robert Roe (1613) lists leather being processed worth £283, and other probate evidence reveals the presence in Sherborne in the 17th and 18th centuries of butchers, curriers, parchment makers, glovers, saddlers, cordwainers (shoemakers), collar makers and fellmongers.

After the boom years brought about by the Napoleonic Wars, trading conditions worsened and the tanning industry in country areas declines, although the Yeovil tanning and gloving trade continued. Today, scant evidence of the leather industry remains in Sherborne, apart from the Old Glove factory in Bristol Road, a house called Cobblers on Greenhill, and a housing development called Glovers opposite The Mermaid.

If you want to find out more about the history of Sherborne’s leather industry then go along to the SDFHS Industrial Archaeology Day in Sherborne's Family History Centre on Saturday 26th November, 2.00pm-4.30pm. Tickets £10 for non SDFHS members.

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Property, Home & Interiors Crime & Safety Please help the Police to help you!

That is their message to the West Country communities this month.

We have to work together to prevent and detect crime! Every single person has a part to play either by taking steps to protect your own property and reduce crime or by being what they call a “good witness” - i.e. passing on vital information to help detect crime.

Simple measures such as making sure you are locking doors and windows when you go out, putting lights and a radio on timer switches; not leaving items on display in your cars or keys in the ignition of farm and agricultural vehicles – these can all help. Preventing crime is much better than detecting crime.

The other thing that can really help them is community intelligence. You are their eyes and ears. You know what is happening in your area. If you see something that does not

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seem quite right, even if you cannot quite put your finger on why - maybe someone or something just seems strange or out of place, then be a good witness.

Make a note of: - The time, date and place - Vehicle registrations and the make, model and colour - Descriptions of people - Details of what they were doing and the direction they were travelling in - How many times you have seen them – is it always at the same time?

It might seem insignificant to you, but for the Police information like this could be the missing piece of a very big puzzle. Never put yourself in harm’s way to get this information, but if they are details you can get easily then it can make a huge difference.

“Just to give you one example, community intelligence has helped to take over 65 drug dealers off the streets of Somerset over the last few months" says Chief Superintendent Ian Wylie. “If you have information about any suspected criminal or suspicious activity in your area, please call

us on 101 or report it online at: www.avonandsomerset.police.uk www.dorset.police.uk www.wiltshire.police.uk Always dial 999 if someone is in danger or a crime is in progress. If you don’t want to speak to us then

call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111, it is completely anonymous and you could earn yourself a cash reward. Whichever way you choose to do it, please keep talking to us. Help us to help you!

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The best thing about dressers is dressing them and I could not wait to gather my bits and pieces and had soon thrown together a very satisfying display. I am always drawn to natural materials and pale earthy shades. I love the simplicity of plain china and French enamel, natural wood, slate and white washed walls.

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Rustic decorations will also be arriving soon so if you want something a bit special this Christmas please call in.

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Chopped logs by the fireside, dried hydrangeas, fresh flowers or a frond of berries bring echoes of nature to a room, blurring the boundaries between inside and outside.

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Lettings Arena

by Linda Bassett, MARLA Director of MPP Lettings & Management

November Pre-Winter Checklist ousehold emergencies generally occur during the depths of winter, however, we suggest that landlords and tenants undertake a pre-winter checklist now to prevent unforeseen property headaches in the months to come. A tenant will often be less interested in these preventative measures, however, will of course complain if there is a problem often too late and costly to remedy.

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Do not wait until the really cold •weather arrives to discover that the central heating is not working. Ask your tenant to check your central heating each day throughout the year to avoid it seizing.

A sudden cold snap can burst •water pipes, causing flooding.

Does the tenant know where the stop-cock is? Does it work effectively? Ensure any pipes and tank are properly lagged. Ask

Check the property gutters are •clear, as the weight of waterlogged and frozen leaves can cause them to leak or collapse.

Assess the property roof for •loose tiles that can easily become dislodged during high winds, causing damage to property, cars and possibly injury to people.

Avoid your •tenant getting

your tenant to leave the heating on low and leave any loft hatch open if they are going away.

Storms can bring down branches •causing damage to roofs, so it is worth doing some pruning now rather than calling out the treesurgeon, roofer and insurance assessor in an emergency and usually during their busiest periods.

smoked out as they light the first fire of winter by having the chimney swept and checking that birds have not made a nest in the chimney.

Outside lighting not only •enhances safety but, it also deters burglars, who are more active during the winter.

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Traditional & Modern Fabrics Galore Sewers and homemakers have been abuzz with the opening of a new fabric and haberdashery store in the heart of Yeovil at the beginning of October.

Livingstone Textiles ‘treasure trove’ of a store has been long established in Bridport. The business was opened by Arthur Lloyd in 1971 when he moved from the North West, where he had been a manager at Livingstone Mill. The business stayed in the Lloyd family until 2010, when it was saved from closure by local husband and wife team Tom Baldry and Megan Standage, who have kept the family feel and broadened the stock range.

Livingstones now stocks a wide range of both modern and more traditional fabrics for all purposes - dressmaking, crafts including patchwork, curtain and blind making and upholstery. They have an extensive haberdashery selection including ribbons, lace and trims, buttons and, of course, needles and pins. For those who do not sew themselves, all curtains and blinds can be made to measure to the customer’s

measurements. The store also supplies foam to order which is cut at Bridport and delivered to Yeovil for collection. Dressmaking patterns are kept in stock.

The new Yeovil store is situated in the old town museum – The Manor Stables building opposite The Octagon Theatre – and can be found off Hendford near the Petters Way car park. With 2,600 square feet over 2 floors and full disabled access via a through floor lift, the new shop is light, bright and welcoming, with lots of new and interesting fabrics arriving every month. Private parking is available for Livingstone Textiles customers only, directly outside the front of the shop.

The friendly team of staff, which includes the haberdashery team recently at Beales, say they are looking forward to greeting customers old and new.

Drop in and see what they have and for November they have a new store promotion of free linings with all curtains and curtain fabric ordered at the Yeovil store!

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Safe Bonfire As the evenings draw in that traditional British pastime of burning wood, leaves and effigies fills our imagination. The smoky air on Bonfire Night truly gives us the feeling of winter coming and makes many of us nostalgic for baked potatoes, toffee apples and writing our names in the air with a glowing sparkler.

This is also the time of year that fire brigades and newscasters remind us to be careful, check our bonfires for hedgehogs and keep pets indoors. However that message still fails to get across to many of us, whether we are burning fires to remember 5th November or letting loose fireworks to celebrate Diwali. House fires and personal injuries still happen in far too large numbers as a result of our failure to listen or to plan.

So here are our five golden rules to stay safe, whether you are having a bonfire at home or letting off fireworks. Be sure to have a safe Bonfire Night and a danger-free Diwali.

1. Always make your bonfire a good distance from the house and put it on soil rather than on a grassy area or overgrown part of the garden.

If you have a tiny garden then attend an organised bonfire locally instead (Castle Cary, Crewkerne, Sherborne and Yeovil). Heat can ignite fences or trees near to your fire and may be difficult to control so ensure that you make it well away from fences and trees. Always keep a bucket of water handy just in case and if you have an outdoor pipe then attach your hosepipe to it before you light the fire.

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2. Never use accelerants on your fire. Building a good fire is a skill and one that is useful to learn.

Adding fuel to the fire can take it out of control far quicker than you may imagine. Do not throw anything in the fire other than wood or paper products.

3. Put a coat on. Not just to protect your clothes from burning embers that may fly up from the fire, but also to make sure you do not need to stand right by the fire to stay warm. It is easy to lose balance and fall into a fire, especially if you have been enjoying a drink as you watch the fireworks.

4. Make sure that children handling sparklers are wearing gloves. These become very hot as they

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burn and even hotter if you burn more than one at a time. They can burn even as they cool down.

Do not give a sparkler to any child under the age of five or a child who is not able to use it safely.

5. Only let adults light fireworks. Make sure the fireworks are placed safely and only light one at a time. They should be lit at arm’s length using a special lighter and at no point should you be holding them while they are lit. Other fireworks should be kept in a safe place where the fire or other fireworks cannot set fire to them. Never return to a lit firework, even if it appears not to go off.

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Horse Chestnuts dying Playing with 'conkers' could come a thing of the past as experts warn that horse chestnut trees could almost disappear from the British landscape with 15 years as they predict we will lose 2 million of the trees to pests and disease over that period.

Firstly saplings are not being planted because they last only three to five years before they are killed by an invasive leaf minor month that came to Britain in the back of a lorry. The month appeared on Wimbledon Common, South London first and has since spread through England and Wales with last year being discovered in Scotland. It is predicted that it will cause the biggest change to the landscape since Dutch Elm disease took hold

in the 1970s.

The moth's larvae eat the horse chestnut leaves causing them to turn prematurely brown and drop in the summer, while the conker seeds produced are small and shrivelled. The older trees are also susceptible to the deadly disease, notably bleeding canker.

Leaf blotch and branch dieback are also a problem and are becoming more virulent, probably caused by wetter summers and warmer winters.

has fruit or berries, and interesting foliage and bark.

Many trees flower in spring including the Flowering Mays and Hawthorns, a number of which will have pink or red flowers, maybe even double pink. An absolute favourite of mine, is Crataegus orientalis, which has single white flowers and silvery foliage and when autumn comes around, the fruit begins to colour up into wonderful yellows, oranges and reds. They remind me of a frosted Christmas decoration as the effect is dramatic and evokes all of the warm thoughts of a perfect autumn and winter. The tree will only ever grow to around 10 feet so perfect for the smaller space.

With early clusters of white spring flowers in abundance, the Amelanchier is another good option where space is limited.

There are a number of varieties ranging from the loose-branched Amelanchier canadenisis to the neat upright Robin Hill. The flowers appear just before the bronze young leaf growth and these autumn colours from the foliage are assisted by red fruits.

Bulkier but upright in growth is the Golden Alder, with soft golden foliage followed by orange catkins that show up well against the young yellow bark.

The whole tree has a pleasing glow about it.

Some large shrubs are a good choice for smaller spaces, particularly those that are upright in growth like the winter flowering Viburnum fragrans (also known as Farreri).

This tall slim shrub colours up nicely in the autumn and once the leaves have fallen, they are replaced by pink and white highlyscented flowers, giving an extra boost to the winter garden.

When planting, give the tree a good start with a large planting hole, plenty of compost and a few spoonfuls of Rootgrow. A low stake is preferred to allow the tree to move, which will encourage the formation of a good root system.

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by Lauren Hill BRUTON 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 29th October funds go to Bruton Mini Day Centre, on Saturday 5th November for the Conservative Association, on Saturday 12th the Royal British Legion, on Saturday 19th the Bruton Guides and on Saturday 26th the Bruton Choral Society.

There are hot drinks and refreshments served as well as cakes, books, bric-a-brac and a raffle. It is a good time for local people to meet up, have a drink and either catch up with friends or meet new ones. For more details call 01749 812074. On Thursday 10th November at Hobhouse Studio Theatre at Bruton School For Girls at 7.00pm there is a talk entitled ‘105 Years and Nothing to Proove!’ from Steven Oxford, a Sherborne baker. This is a free talk with taster samples and demonstration. Refreshments available and everyone welcome. To reserve your ticket email events@brutonschool.co.uk CASTLE CARY On Friday 28th October from 2.30pm at Caryford Hall the Camelot U3A have a talk about ‘The Great Wall fo China’ by Mr Mike A Spencer.

This illustrated talk describes the

astonishing ups and downs of a recent 50-mile charity challenge trek along the Great Wall of China in aid of St Margaret’s Hospice. All welcome. On Tuesday 1st November at 2.30pm at the Methodist School Room the Ceramics Group have a lecture called ‘Minton Masters’ by Paul Atterbury. On Tuesday 1st at 8.00pm at Caryford Hall the Wildlife Trusts in Somerset host an illustrated talk called ‘Fruits of Autumn’ by Dr Anne Bebbington.

Anne and her husband, John, have many years of experience as naturalists working for the Field Studies Council. This talk will explore the myriad fruits and seeds of Autumn, the different shapes, forms and sizes and the ingenious ways plants use to spread their species and colonise new areas. Entry £2.50, children free. On 22

Thursday 3rd at 7.30pm at the Methodist Chuch the Gardenining Assocation have their AGM with a talk. Visitors £1. More details from 01963 350618. On Sunday 6th from 10.00am to 3.00pm at the Caryford Hall there is a Cary Handmade Market. Quality homemade goods by local artisans. Free entry and parking. On Wednesday 9th from 10.00am at The Shambles there is a LAMP course called ‘Apps Store for iPad’. Learn to find, explore and use apps. Bring your own iPad. Entry £12. On Thursday 10th at 2.00pm at the Shambles there is a free Health Walk and talk with Mary Knight about how to look after your feet. To join the walk contact Lorraine on 07845 10060. On Tuesday 15th at Caryford Hall from 11.00am NADFAS have an illustrated lecture called ‘Inessential Necessities of the 18th Century’. Entry £6. For more details call 01963 350132. On Tuesday 22nd from 7.30pm at Caryford Hall see the film ‘Eddie the Eagle’. Tickets £5 in advance from The Market House or from Tessa Gayford on 01963 350132 or £6 on the door. See Movies Around the Villages & Towns. On Thursday 24th from 7.30pm at the Market House there is an English Historical Dancing class, which takes place every fourth Thursday of the month.

Comfortable clothes and suitable footwear advised - avoid smooth danceable shoes, which may slip. No previous experience, partner or costume needed and no need to book - just turn up.

Entry £5 on the door. For more details 01935 472771. On Friday 25th at 2.30pm at the Shambles, Market House there is a talk called ‘The Kingfisher’ with Mr David Boag. He will tell the story of one of our most beautiful birds and shows aspect of its dramatic life. On Saturday 26th at 7.00pm and 8.45pm at the Shambles see ‘The Book of Darkness and Light’. Adam Robinson in Association with ‘Little Mighty’ host three ghost stories based on scary legends in a story and music performance. Age 14+. Adults £8.

CREWKERNE On Friday 28th at 7.30pm and Saturday 29th October from 2.30pm at Wadham School James Seabright presents Superbolt Theatre’s Production of ‘Dinosaur Park: The Jurassic Parody’. Tickets Adults £10, under 16’s £5, family of four £25. See Art Pages for more

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details. On Saturday 29th October from 10.00am to 12.00 noon at the Henhayes Centre there is a Big Breakfast with egg, sausage, bacon, beans or tomato and toast with tea or coffee. All for £4, with extra items at 50p each. No not need to book.

On Friday 11th November at 7.30pm at Wadham School the Film Crew is showing ‘Selma’.

In 1965, Selma Alabama became the battleground for voting rights. A drama documentary with a powerful performance from David Oyelowo as Martin Luther King.

On Friday 11th at 7.45pm at the Henhayes Centre there is a Classical Concert with Kim Connor on piano and Jess and Emily Dalwood on harp and vocals and will be performing Liszt, Rachmaninoff, Debussy, Puccini and Beethoven. Tickets concert £10, or with supper £18 (steak and ale pie plus Apple fool). For more details call 01460 74340. On Friday 18th at the Henhayes Centre from 12.30pm there is a Chef’s Special Lunch. This is a 3 course meal Roast Gammon followed by Pineapple upside down pudding for £7.50 including tea/coffee.

Booking essential on 01460 74340. On Saturday 26th from 10.00am to 12.00 noon at the Henhayes Centre there is another Big Breakfast. See above for more details.

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ILMINSTER On Saturday 29th October at 7.45pm at the Warehouse Theatre the film showing is ‘Tangerines’. A bittersweet drama of cruelty and compassion. During the bloody conflict between Georgia and Abkhazia in the wake of the Soviet Union’s dissolution, many Estonians living in the region were forced to flee. Guests to take seats after 7.30pm. On Saturday 5th November from 8.30am until 12.30pm at the Market House go along to the Produce Market. The market is for local groups and producers to sell their goods locally and support the projects that are in need of support from the Forum.

On Saturday 12th at 7.45pm at the Warehouse Theatre see the film ‘Carol’. Set in New York, two women from very different backgrounds find themselves in the throes of love. A young woman in her 20’s, Therese Belivet (Rooney Mara), is a clerk in a department store and dreaming of a more fulfilling life when she meets Carol (Cate Blanchett). The story of a forbidden love affair that makes no apology for always offering up exquisitely observed minutiae from the early 1950’s. On Saturday 26th at 7.45pm at the Warehouse Theatre see the film ‘Hail, Caesar!’. Set during the latter years of Hollywood’s

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Golden Age, the film follows a single day in the life of a studio fixer with plenty of problems to fix. Starring Channing Tatum, George Clooney, Scarlett Johansson and Ralph Fiennes.

Guests to take seats after 7.30pm.

LANGPORT On Monday 7th November at 7.30pm at the Library the History Society have a talk called ‘A History of the Dodgems’ with Kay Townsend.

Non-members £2. If you would like to become a member of the Society phone 01458 273471 or just go along to the meeting.

On Wednesday 23rd at 7.30pm at the Langport Arms to the Huish and Langport Cricket Club have a Christmas Prize Bingo. Mince pies in the interval. For more details call 01458 250530.

SHERBORNE Every Tuesday at Digby Hall, Hound Street there is a specialist dance session for people with Parkinson’s.

Parkinson’s Dance is delivered by specialist dance tutors from Pavilion Dance South West and hosted by ArtsLink. A movement session is followed by tea and social time. Just £3.50 per person with Parkinson’s and carers free. For more details call 01935 815899. Do not forget to catch one of the films in the 8th International Film Festival from Thursday 27th to Sunday 30th October at the Powell Theatre.

Organised by the Rotary Club of Sherborne Castles and with 10 great films tickets are £6 or 10 tickets for £40 which are available beforehand at the Tourist Information Office or on the door. On Saturday 29th at Digby Church Hall from 10.00am to 4.00pm West Country Fairs have their 12th Annual Christmas Craft and Gift Market. Admission free.

Enquiries on 01749 677049.

Cards for Good Causes arrive in the Tourist Information Centre from Monday 31st October. On Saturday 5th November from 10.00am to 4.00pm at Digby Church Hall it is the Annual Christmas Artisan Market. Over 40 stalls selling handmade crafts and unique and unusual gifts for Christmas or the home. Free admission and organised by West Country Fairs. Enquiries on 01749 677049. On Saturday 5th from 11.00am to 2.00pm at the Museum there is a ‘Finds Day’. Drop in and meet the County Finds Liaison Officer, Ciorstaidth Trevarthen, who will be on hand to identify all those mysterious objects that people pick up while dog-walking, rummaging in the loft, digging the garden or even while responsibly using a metaldetector. There will also be handling items and archaeology

based activities for children. This is a free family event and donations welcomed. On Saturday 5th at 2.30pm at Digby Hall the Blackmore Vale and Yeovil National Trust Association host a talk on ‘Thomas Hardy’ by Alistair Chisholm. Alistair believes that Hardy is often mistakenly thought to be a ‘miserable old fellow’. His talk will show, by quotations from Hardy’s prose and poetry, that this reputation is not deserved.

This will be a lively revelation of Hardy and his work! Guests £3.

(See ‘Village News – Tintinhull’ for details on the National Trust Assocation lunch.) Also on Saturday 5th from 5.00pm at Sherborne Castle see the spectacular Annual Sherborne Fireworks. Entertainment featuring the cast of Peter Pan from the Octagon Theatre, live music from ‘Headland’, refreshments and food. Tickets £8, 5-16’s £6, under 5’s free.

For more details call 01963 364399. On Sunday 6th from 9.00am at the Sherborne Sports Centre there is a Charity Chase and Family Fun Day. Choose from 1k, 2k, 5k and 10k runs.

There will also be a bouncy castle, face paints, cookie decorating and much more. All ages and abilities welcome, under 8’s must be accompanied by an adult, under 18’s require parental consent. (For more details see Page 38.) On Monday 7th at Digby Hall from 9.30am to 3.30pm the West Country Embroiderers have a workshop called ‘Magical Creatures’ by Sarah Bailey. £15 booked in advance. New members welcome. This is also an Open Day for visitors to drop in with an exhibition and gifts for sale.

For more details call 01963 34696. On Wednesday 9th at Digby Memorial Hall from 7.30pm Sherborne Flicks presents ‘Love and Friendship’.

Tickets £6 from 01935 815341.

See Movies Around the Villages & Towns. On Monday 10th from 2.30pm at Digby Hall the Gardeners’ Association have a talk called ‘Organic Vegetable Gardening’

by Mr Brian Hesketh. Visitors £2. On Thursday 17th from 10.00am to 3.00pm at The Eastbury Hotel there is an Autumn Lunch and Learn with a lecture and workshop entitled ‘The Art & Gardens of Southern

Italy…from Florence to Sicily’ with Mary Jacobsen as well as a two course lunch with wine.

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On Wednesday 23rd at Digby Church Hall from 6.45pm the Chojna Committee (part of Sherborne Douzelage) proudly presents the polish film ‘The Cruise’. A stowaway sneaks aboard a ship departing on a cruise down the Vistula River.

The captain thinks he is a Communist Party cultural coordinator, which he goes along with. Tickets £7 from Tourist Information Office, Winstone’s Bookshop or on the door. For more details call 01935 83552. On Thursday 24th at the Catholic Church Hall from 7.30pm the Floral Evening Group have an open meeting with a demonstration called ‘Count Down to Christmas’ with Sally Taylor. Admission by ticket only. (Please note, no event in December.) On Thursday 24th at 7.30pm at Sherborne Museum there is a talk called ‘The Kamikazie Hunters’ about the men who fought for the Pacific in 1945. Tickets £7 from 01935 842617 or 01935 842616.

On Saturday 26th from 8.30am to 3.30pm at the Digby Memorial Hall the Sherborne Vintage Market takes place. Enquiries on 07809 387594. Also on Saturday 26th from 9.30am to 4.00pm at Digby Hall it is also the monthly Chasty Cottage Antique Fair. Entry £1. On Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th both at 3.00pm there are two concerts at Cheap Street Church for the Latin American Music Festival. See Art Pages for more details SOMERTON On Friday 4th November from 10.00am to 2.00pm at the Market Place it is the monthly Market. Plenty of stalls including meat, plants, homemade soaps and candles, Wool Art Craft, Dorset Pies, preserves, Italian cheeses, bespoke catering and more.

For more details email marketonatsomerton@gmail.com From Saturday 5th to Saturday 19th (closed Sundays and Mondays) at The Old Town Hall, Market Place from 10.00am to 5.00pm there is an exhibition called ‘In The Blood’ by Leach Potters.

Free admission. On Tuesday 8th from 7.00pm at the Parish Rooms the Somerset Wildlife Trust have a talk called ‘Sun, Sea and Sooties’. Ascension Island has been described as a ‘Treasure Island’. It is the tip of an underwater volcano and most of the fauna and flora have been introduced over the last few hundred years. Roger Dickey has been conducting bird surveys on the island for the last 25 years and has most recently

been putting together some of the evidence to support a new Marine Protected Area to help preserve its fragile ecosystems.

His talk will touch on all aspects of Ascension’s wildlife, culminating with his beloved Sooty Terns. Non-members £3.

On Thursday 10th from 10.30am at the Sports Club there is a Friendship Coffee and Tea Morning. All welcome. For more information contact 01458 274631. On Friday 11th at 7.30pm in the Edgar Hall there is an Autumn Concert given by five choirs with a varied programme. Suggested donation of £5 with all proceeds to St Margaret’s Hospice.

Everyone welcome. On Monday 14th from 10.45am to 12.00 noon at West Street Church Somerset Sings meet. Purely for fun and for all ages and abilities. They sing anything from well known songs from the shows, old English melodies and from the 30’s to present. £1 entry, includes coffee and biscuit. For more details call Anna Creed on 01458 272750.

On Saturday 19th at 7.30pm Spectra Musica have a concert at St Michael’s Church. Tickets £10 each from 01458 270096, 01963 350160 or on the door.

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Also on Saturday 19th at the Parish Rooms from 7.30pm the film showing will be ‘Golden Years’. Tickets £6 available from Cobbs, Brunel Precinct. For more details call Susan Deane on 01458 241808. See Movies Around the Villages & Towns. On Thursday 24th from 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. On Friday 25th from 10.00am to 12.00 noon at the Edgar Community Hall the Somerton U3A have their monthly meeting and a talk on local charity ‘Stand Against Violence’ by Adam Fouracre.

Adam formed the charity after the murder of his brother and now works closely with many branches of youth work. Nonmembers £1.50. On Monday 28th at the Parish Rooms from 7.30pm it is the final meeting of the year for the Green Gardeners and they will be welcoming Anne Hassed for a demonstration of ‘Winter Floral Decorations’. Visitors £2.

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WINCANTON Every Monday between 6.00pm and 7.15pm Wincanton Choir meets at the Balsam Centre. They are a friendly choir currently looking for new members. No audition or previous singing experience is necessary. First session is free then £15 per month. Go along and have a try as they would be very pleased to see you. For details 07739 045593 or visit www.thechoirwincanton.com Every Friday afternoon join the ‘Feel Better with a Book’ reading group from 3.00pm to 5.00pm.

This is a weekly social reading group held at the Balsam Centre and everyone is welcome. On Saturday 5th November from 12.00 noon at the Racecourse go along for the excitement of the Badger Ales Race Day. Also on Saturday 5th from 10.00am to 12.00 noon Friends of Wincanton Library are holding an early Christmas Fair at the Library. There will be fun things for all to do, including story telling, a bran tub, a book stall, cake and coffee or tea. On Tuesday 15th at 7.30pm at St Arthur’s School the Film Society are showing ‘Eye in the Sky’.

Colonel Katherine Powell, a military officer in command of an operation to capture terrorists in Kenya, sees her mission escalate when a girl enters the kill zone triggering an international dispute of the

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implications of modern warfare.

Starring Helen Mirren, Aaron Paul and Alan Rickman. On Thursday 17th from 12.00 noon there is a Race Day at Wincanton Racecourse. It is a true National Hunt Racing fan’s day with the focus on the sport.

On Saturday 19th at the Memorial Hall from 10.00am to 1.30pm there is the Home Farm Trust Charity Christmas Fair.

Everything you need for Christmas with fantastic bargains. Entry 50p. For more details call 07736 398860. On Tuesday 22nd the Wincanton 2016 Christmas Fair takes place at the Racecourse from 10.00am to 4.00pm. Now in its 14th successful year there are over 45 stands selling everything for that perfect Christmas gift all under one roof. This is a great chance to purchase some unique and quality products not usually found on the High Street including Claremont Clothing, candles, jewellery, Fino Olive Oil, knitwear, Plum Duff & Stuff, The Potting Shed, Taylor Kent &

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Co and much more. Entry £3 in support of the Children’s Hospice South West. Their cafe has delicious home cooking and refreshments all day. On Saturday 26th at 2.00pm at Kimbers Farm Shop there is a Christmas Tasting and Gift Fair with carols from the Salvation Army and a chance to order gifts and hamper stalls.

YEOVIL Cards for Good Causes Multi Charity Christmas Card shop is now open within St John’s Church, where you can buy a wide range of Christmas Cards plus gifts, Advent Calendars and stocking fillers.

Opening hours are: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday 10.00am to 3.00pm; Tuesday 11.30am to 3.00pm and Saturday 10.00am to 1.00pm.

Volunteers to sell the cards are still welcome please contact Valerie on 01935 427320. On Monday 31st October at Yeovil Railway Centre there is a Halloween Evening from 5.30pm to 10.00pm. Go along dressed up in a scary outfit – prize for scariest! Free horror bag for children. Ghostly steam train rides from the haunted house into the night included and Halloween food on sale.

Admission £5 pre-booked, £6 on the day or one under 5 is free per paying adult. On Wednesday 2nd November at Yeovil College at 7.30pm the Cinematheque Film Society are showing ‘The Club’. A Berlin festival success (Grand Jury Prize) and a morality tale set in a seaside Chilean monastery.

Savagely witty and explores abuses within the Church and by extension, in Chile’s cover up culture. Non-members £5 per film. For more details call 01935 421905. On Friday 4th at 7.30pm at the Holy Trinity Church the Yeovil Archaeological and Local History Society have an interesting talk called ‘The Postal System of Great Britain’ by Roger Marsh with details on the medieval times to 1840. Guests £2. On Thursday 10th from 7.00pm at the Baptist Church there is a ‘Call My Bluff Auction’. This is a light hearted and entertaining evening with expertise from Bearnes, Hampton and Littlewood Auctioneers’ of Exeter. Enjoy a ploughman’s supper whilst sipping your drink. On Wednesday 16th at Yeovil College at 7.30pm the Cinematheque Film Society are showing ‘Carol’. Cate Blanchett plays an elegant New Jersey housewife swept up in a passionate affair with Therese, an aspiring photographer. Distinguished by gorgeous costumes and the subtle colours of 1950’s magazines. Non-members £5

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per film. For more details call 01935 421905. On Saturday 19th at the 94 Club in Middle Street from 6.30pm till late there is a Big Gig music evening.

Early bird tickets £8 available from Eventrite.com or from Waterloo Music, Ceres Natural Foods and Yeovil Guitars.

Tickets £10 on the door. Also on Saturday 19th from 5.00pm at the Quedam Shopping Centre it is the Yeovil Lantern Parade and Christmas Lights switch on. On Wednesday 23rd at 7.30pm at the Octagon Theatre the Floral Society have a demonstration called ‘Flowers for the Festive Season’ with speaker International Demonstrator and TV personality, Jonathan Moseley. Tickets £13. On Saturday 26th from 7.30pm at RNAS Yeovilton the Mayor of Yeovil hosts a Charity Ball.

Enjoy a four course dinner in the fantastic surroundings of the new mess at RNAS Yeovilton. Dance the night away after partaking in the tombola, silent auction, main raffle and, of course, the grand auction. Photographer and a few surprises await this fabulous evening. Tickets £40 from 07425156591. On Wednesday 30th at The Manor Hotel from 8.00am to 10.00am Red Berry Recruitment have launched their own ‘HR Club’ and host a talk

by Kevin Green, the CEO of the Recruitment and Employment Confederation. The REC is the professional body for the UK’s 28.7 billion private recruitment industry. Kevin is a much sought after speaker on subjects such as the future of resourcing, using people strategies to improve competitiveness and how to undertake people-centric organisational transformation.

Topics for this talk are Economy & jobs market, What’s hot and happening, The emerging talent crisis, The people management formula AE=P and Why good recruitment is now critical.

Breakfast of croissants and coffee available. Tickets £10.

On Wednesday 30th at Yeovil College at 7.30pm the Cinematheque Film Society are showing ‘Phoenix’. This film follows singer Nelly, a Holocaust victim with a new face, as she searches for her husband in post WW2 Berlin.

A gripping study of treachery, identity and survival. Nonmembers £5 per film. For more details call 01935 421905.

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Travel Heather Muir - Manager Yeovil Branch Miles Morgan Travel

Welcome to a new travel experience… he thought of travelling alone can be very daunting, however Miles Morgan Travel are delighted to bring to you Riviera’s brand new selection of tours, dedicated and carefully created with those travelling alone in mind. Between us we will look

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after you, from the minute you contact us to book your holiday until you return. Since 1984 Riviera have been carefully curating holidays for customers, many of whom travel on their own, therefore they understand what makes your experience that extra bit special.

Below are some frequently asked questions regarding their new holidays dedicated to those travelling alone which we hope you will find useful: Will I have to dine on my own? Not at all. Your tour manager will ensure that you never dine alone unless you wish to. Riviera include a welcome dinner with all tours to help you settle in and get to know your travel companions.

Are all meals included? All of Riviera’s solo holidays include breakfast and a welcome dinner, but not all meals are included for every tour. This is because some destinations offer a fantastic array of dining options and some people may wish to discover local restaurants independently with their new found friends and travel companions.

Is there any additional single supplement to pay?

No, all of Riviera’s tours are fully inclusive with no single supplement to be added, please

do ask us for further details.

Will I have to share a room? No, never. Everyone will have a room all to themselves and your room will be a double room for sole occupancy and rest assured all hotels are personally selected and checked.

Are there any optional excursions? Riviera’s itineraries have been carefully selected to offer the best sights therefore generally they do not have optional excursions, however on the odd occasion that they do offer some slightly more special interest options, details will be sent before you travel.

To whet your appetite below is a taste of just some of the tours on offer: Classical Spain visiting Seville, Cordoba and Granada, 7 days from only £779; Classical Italy including Florence, Siena, Assisi and Rome from only £949; Sri Lanka including a visit to the Royal Botanical Gardens, Kandy and Temple of the Tooth, and the Elephant Transit Home where elephant orphans are looked after, before being reintroduced into the wild.

There are other tours too so please call us or drop in for more information and pick up a copy of the new and exciting brochure, dedicated to solo travellers. I look forward to seeing you soon.

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Food & Drink Chocolate is good for you...

One very small piece of dark chocolate a day could prevent heart disease and help diabetes sufferers by reducing blood sugar and insulin levels according to a recent study published in The

Journal of Nutrition. However, although scientists found that chocolate increased 'good' cholesterol when between 200 and 600 milligrams a day were consumed 400mg is about one eight of a teaspoon!

The Conduit Dinner Club Why not join The Conduit Dinner Club ready for the winter? 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.

Remember if you know a Restaurant that would like a review and for the Dinner Club to visit do contact the Editor, Franchesca Dening. Details will be e-mailed for our December and January meal.

Recipe Tip: Cook scrambled eggs in microwave Crack an egg in a coffee mug and pierce the yolk. Make sure you lightly coat the sides with cooking oil and power it on high in a microwave. You have gourmet scrambled eggs within seconds.

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Ecco Gelato in Sherborne Sherborne’s first-ever Gelateria, providing delicious hand-made artisan gelato, opened its doors to the public at the beginning of October. Located in Long Street, at the bottom of Cheap Street, they sell a large variety of home-made gelatos and sorbets, and coffees, accompanied by very cool music from a state of the art music system. A powerful free wi-fi will make it an ideal place to relax, browse and catch up before or after shopping, or after school. Open from 11.00am until 10.00pm every day, Ecco Gelato will provide a meeting place and social centre for everybody.

The business is the brainchild of Philippa and Andrew Tarling, who have owned the successful Half Moon in nearby Horsington for the past 25 years and are no strangers to the hospitality business. Philippa Tarling is running the gelateria. She has attended an intensive course at the Gelato University in Bologna, Italy, learning the complexities of the art of making high quality gelato. She has invested in state of the art production equipment, freezers and display cabinets to ensure the product meets the highest standards of quality and hygiene with everything freshly made on the premises.

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based “ice-cream” that is made and sold fresh. It is not actually ice-cream and an artisan Gelatiere would be insulted if their product was labelled as such. Gelato is made from milk, and is softer, contains less fat and air, is denser, and has a warmer feel as it is served at minus 10-12 Centigrade.

All the varieties on sale will contain locally-sourced milk and fresh fruits from local markets when in season. The products on offer will vary according to season and availability but will include gelato and sorbettas (made from fruit). They also serve 5 coffees, mocca, hot chocolate, tea and complimentary squash for children. Go and try one and do not forget to mention us!

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Making Toffee Apples ß The Mitre Inn Sandford Orcas

Although, you may think making your own toffee apples sounds like hard work, it does not need to be and is an ideal treat for both Halloween and Bonfire Night. By simply following the steps below, you could be tucking into your very own toffee apples in a matter of hours and you will never want to buy the shop variety again!

Ingredients: 8 Apples 400g Golden Caster Sugar 1 Teaspoon of Vinegar 4 Table Spoon of Golden Syrup 1 packet of Lollipop sticks Make sure the apples you get look absolutely delicious, even without being covered in toffee.

Method: - Prepare the apples by removing the stalks completely.

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- Once the sugar starts to dissolve, add in the vinegar and golden syrup and mix constantly.

- If you have a sugar thermometer available, use it to make sure that the mixture reaches 140°c. Another method to check if the temperature is correct, is to pour a tiny amount of the toffee into a bowl of cold water. The toffee will harden instantly and be easy to break once removed from the bowl.

If the toffee has not reached this stage, you will need to continue boiling.

- Once ready, dip each apple into the pan and twist the apple around to make sure it is fully covered. Allow the excess to drip off back into the pan before placing the covered apple back on the baking paper to solidify.

- You need to allow the toffee to cool off before eating them and you have your delicious toffee apple treat.

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The restaurant is owned by Colin and Sue ( Orawanya ) Foster, Colin runs the business and is front of house but it is Sue, from Thailand, that is the star of the show. With over 30 years of experience in cooking in restaurants and hotels all over Thailand, she moved to the UK with Colin in 2011. They started with catering and outside events before opening at The Bow Wharf in July 2014.

However their dream came true when the restaurant at Old Kelways became available. With its ample free parking, purpose built kitchen, superb sunny patio

for the summer, they have expanded quickly and have now opened the upstairs for dining.

Exposed beams and brickwork with Thai ornaments and table linen, this new room provides the necessary additional tables to support their increase in business and they can now offer the room for private functions and meetings.

The concept of the restaurant is to provide an informal atmosphere with numerous, comfortable leather settees in the bar area. There is a range of cider, Spanish beer on tap, a variety of bottled real ale including Chang Beer from Thailand and an extensive wine menu. The authentic Thai food is cooked to order, this is not a fast food restaurant, there are no

second settings and customers are encouraged to relax and enjoy the whole evening. There is a wide choice of starters followed by noodle dishes, Thai curries, stir fry, soups, rice dishes and genuine Thai deserts. All the food is available for take away. On the last Wednesday of every month there is a Thai buffet with a set price, booking is essential as it is very popular.

Opening times are Tuesday – Saturday 12.00 pm-11.00 pm (last orders 9.30 pm). Closed Sunday and Monday. For more information, booking or ordering a take away, contact 01458 252885 or visit www.thaimango.co.uk Thai Mango Restaurant and Bar, Old Kelways, Somerton Road, Langport, TA10 9SJ

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VISUAL ART From now to Saturday 29th October at the Ilminster Arts Centre there is an exhibition of artworks based on artists’ responses to a favourite or found tree entitled ‘The Find a Tree’. Somerset based artist and tree dowser Gordon Field realised an intriguing premise with trees behind a new exhibition. The starting point for each Somerset artist was to ‘find a tree’ and spend some time with it. The artists work in a variety of different media and styles including painting, drawing, sculpture to hand-woven textiles and installations, and were then invited to create an individual work, or series of works that show different aspects of the tree, such as seasonal change.

Then from Monday 31st October to Saturday 26th November the Ilminster Arts Centre opens their new exhibition called ‘Made in Glastonbury’ where the mists, magic and mysticism of the Isle of Avalon take centre stage. It features six artists based in Glastonbury who are inspired by the beauty and spirituality of the area. Wildlife artist Sue Allen draws on a love of local flora and fauna to create her distinctive paintings. She works in a combination of pastel and ink and also has a passion for painting on silk, drawing on a wide range of time periods and styles to create unique works that she often makes into decorative items such as pillows. Jan Billings has

painted the Glastonbury Tor in all its moods but her current work incorporates her affinity with the sea and the local landscape into multi-media mosaics, using natural materials such as shells, slate, beach glass and gemstones. Ceramic artist Casey Jon draws inspiration from the nature around her. She likes to bring beauty to practical things. Kate Dimanbro is known for her vibrant and imaginative use of acrylic paints and enjoys painting subjects that are ‘a bit different’ turning to her travels, as well as fables and legends for her source material.

Stephen Spraggon is a self taught photographer who has captured many of Somerset’s most beautiful landmarks.

From now to Wednesday 9th November from 9.30am to 5.00pm daily the Jerram Gallery in Sherborne have an ‘Exhibition of New Work by Richard Pikesley’. When he paints, Richard aims to capture the ‘spirit of the place’, not just to extol its beauty. What the viewer is treated to is a wonderful naturalism, an unsentimental landscape with no painterly clichés. He has had numerous one-man shows, both in London and the provinces and has contributed to group exhibitions, both in this country and the USA. Then on Friday 25th November till Christmas they have their Christmas Exhibition with new work by 15 selected artists. For more information phone 01935 815261.

From Monday 28th November to Friday 23rd December at the Ilminster Arts Centre go along to ‘The Christmas Collection’.

A cornucopia of hand-crafted items for the festive season, including ceramics, textiles, jewellery, accessories and decorative items such as glass and pictures. Featuring gifts for all ages, presents for children and items for even the hardestto-buy-for friend or relative! Go and enjoy an unhurried browsing and buying experience in the beautiful surroundings of the Arts Centre.

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On Saturday 29th Sat 26 Nov, 3.00pm October from Piano Trio Recital 7.30pm at the Duo Teresa Carreno and Catrin Win Morgan (violinist) Ana Lauara Manero (piano) & Arturo Serna (cello) Octagon Theatre in Yeovil see Foster Sun 27 Nov 3.00pm and Allen. For Wessex Strings over three decades Soloists: Katherine Hawnt (soprano) & Valerie Tsoi (Piano) they have been Conductor - Arturo Serna entertaining Tickets £10 inc tea & cakes (u18s free) from Sherborne TIC (01935 815341) or at the door audiences all over More info: 07972 141911 the world and and love and helping the rest of performing all their hits us make sense of it all. Tickets including ‘A Bunch Of Thyme’, £15.

‘Maggie’, ‘After All These Years’, ‘Old Flames’, ‘I Will On Saturday 5th at 8.00pm at Love You All My Life’ and many David Hall in South Petherton more. Foster and Allen’s music see Clive Carroll in concert.

Clive’s masterful compositions, coupled with his versatility and unparalleled technical virtuosity, make him one of today’s most admired and respected guitarists. It was the banjo which set Clive, as a child, on a musical path which developed to have a passion for the steel strung guitar. He and easy listening sound has played everything from remains as fresh and exciting 16th and 17th century lute as ever and they love music to Jazz standards, Blues, entertaining, especially playing Irish reels and his own ground to a live audience, with support breaking compositions. Tickets from Small Town Jones 9. £14. There is also a Guitar Tickets £21.

Workshop beforehand. (See Other) On Saturday 29th at 8.00pm in the David Hall in South On Monday 7th at The Octagon Petherton see Phillip Henry and Theatre in Yeovil at 7.30pm see Hannah Martin. They are one Jon Boden. The UK tour is to of the most exciting and celebrate the 10th anniversary innovative duos to appear on of his debut solo album ‘Painted the folk/roots/acoustic scene in Lady’. Jon is not only a leading recent years. With a rapidly performer of his generation of expanding following and a truly folk artists but also one whose unique sound that effortlessly repertoire extends far beyond spans many genres, the duo the boundaries of a single has been turing constantly for genre. For over a decade, Jon three years winning new fans of was in a highly acclaimed all ages. Tickets £18. traditional folk music duo with On Friday 4th November from 8.00pm at the Exchange in Sturminster Newton see Andrew Roachford live. He was Columbia’s biggest selling domestic act for over 10 years. As if any more proof were needed, the fact that Andrew has been approached by such luminaries as Michael Jackson and Chaka Khan to write songs, speaks volumes. With his latest offering Andrew delivers a deeply honest and powerful album.

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melodeon player John Spiers.

In 2009 Boden formed The Remnant Kings with whom he recorded his second album, ‘Songs from the Floodplain’, painting a compelling, post apocalyptic world. He is still best known as lead singer of the multi-award winning big band Bellowhead. During the band’s 12 years they achieved an unrivalled level of critical and commercial success. Outside of the world of traditional folk, Boden has composed music for both theatre and film, most notably two Royal Shakespeare productions at Stratford: Merchant of Venice (2008) and A Winter’s Tale (2012). In 2013 he was commissioned to compose a version of Little Musgrave to be performed alongside Benjamin Britten’s work of the same name at Aldeburgh. In addition he performed the Juliet Letters with the Sacconi Quartet at the Bristol Old Vic. Tickets £18.50.

On Tuesday 8th from 7.30pm at the Octagon Theatre see Nikolai Demidenko. His passionate virtuosity and musicianship has brought him worldwide recognition. He has given recitals in the most prestigious concert halls and appeared as a soloist with orchestras throughout the world.

He will be performing works by Chopin, Scarlatti and Schubert.

Tickets £16.

On Wednesday 9th from 7.30pm at the Octagon Theatre Afro Celt Sound System celebrate their 20th anniversary with a stunning new album and a UK tour bringing their exhilarating live show to venues around the country. With sales now topping one and a half million

albums and two Grammy nominations to date, Afro Celt Sound System live features the core band members Simon Emmerson, Guinean vocalist, kora and balafon virtuoso N’Faly Kouyate and charismatic dhol master Johnny Kalsi, along with percussionist Robbie Harris and fiddle-player Eòghann MacEanruig, Ged Lynch on drums, Simon ‘Palmskin’ Richmond on keyboards and electronica and Val Etienne on backing vocals, with the gritty, witty rhymes of Gaelic rapper, musician and language activist Griogair.

Tickets £23.50.

On Thursday 10th November from 7.30pm at Sandford Orcas Village Hall see ‘Flats and Sharps’. These five incredible young musicians have honed their skills in over 350 live performances, charming and wowing audiences. Tickets £10, under 18’s £6, Family £25. See Village News for more details, On Friday 11th from 7.30pm at the Exchange at Sturminster Newton go along to ‘A Celebration of John Denver’.

One of the first artists to sell over 10 million copies alone for his ‘Greatest Hits’ album in 1973, John Denver was a unique artist who has inspired a generation. Releasing over 300 songs and penning some of American Folk Rocks most

memorable hits he is a true musical legend. Sing along to his most memorable hits performed by the renowned Wayne Denton: backed by incredibly talented musicians and enhanced with moving video footage. Tickets £15.

Also on Friday 11th from 8.00pm at the Ilminster Arts Centre see the Magnificent 7 Jazz Band.

Formed in 2013 by a nucleus of musicians from the Chris Barber, Acker Bilk and Kenny Ball

bands. Paying homage to the great jazz masters of the early jazz period as well as keeping alive the sounds of the swing era, their repertoire also celebrates the jazz revival of the 1950’s, tipping their hat to the great bands of Barber, Ball and Bilk. Tickets £20.

On Friday 18th at 7.30pm at Cheap Street Church in Sherborne go along to ‘Softest Music to Attending Ears – Songs of Shakespeare’. Sumptuous music by English Composers: Finzi, Quilter, Purcell and many more with Benjamin Hewat-Craw on baritone, Kieran White on Tenor and Caroline D’Cruz on piano. Tickets £12 from Sherborne TIC. On Saturday 19th from 6.45pm at the Caryford Hall in Castle Cary see singer and guitarist Reg Meuross.

He was voted Best Male Vocalist 2013 by the Fatea Magazine and his album ‘England’s Green and England’s Grey’ was voted Album of the Year 2014. Bar available. Tickets £10 from the Market House beforehand or £12 on the door.

Also on Saturday 19th at 7.30pm at St Michael’s Church in Somerton Spectra Musica performs a Concert with Motets

by Faure, ‘Guys and Dolls’ medley by Loesser and Choral Folksongs by Holst and much more! Tickets £10 from 01458 270096 or 01963 350160 or on the door. For more details www.spectramusica.co.uk Finally on Saturday 19th from 8.00pm at the David Hall in South Petherton see ‘Calan’.

This Welsh band can breathe fire into the old traditions with their infectious rhythms and high voltage routines before melting into some of the most beautiful and haunting songs. Great fun and a sense of humour and step dancing from a champion dancer, makes for a great show.

Tickets £18.

On Monday 21st from 7.30pm at the Octagon Theatre Steve Harley is back on the road with his Acoustic Trio line-up, accompanied by virtuoso players and long-standing Cockney Rebel members, James Lascelles (piano/percussion)

and Barry Wickens (violin/guitar/mandolin). After a summer of outdoor shows with the full rock band, Steve returns to a more intimate line up and

promises a show full of hits, fans’ favourites and plenty of improvisation. From ‘Judy Teen’ to ‘Make Me Smile’, plus the latest single ‘Ordinary People’, via ‘Sebastian’ and many more favourite album tracks, there will be lots for the fans to interact with. Tickets £23.50.

On Thursday 24th at Martock Church at 7.30pm see ‘Black Cat Jazz’, playing melodious tunes in the New Orleans Dance Hall style, all made famous during the 1940 -1960s jazz revival there. Sarah Thatcher on banjo, formed the band in 2014 with leading exponents, three from South Wales and three from the West Country. Steve Graham (trumpet) is Musical Director and has played in Martock a dozen times. Tickets £7 from 01935 822706£8 or £7 on the door.

On Friday 25th from 7.30pm at the Digby Hall in Sherborne see ‘The Jo Burt Experience’.

Tickets £10 in advance from Sherborne TIC, Vineyards or online via www.skiddle.com.

Tickets £15 on the door. For more details www.joburt.co.uk On Friday 25th from 8.00pm at the David Hall in South Petherton see ‘Blazin’ Fiddles’ who are undoubtedly one of the world’s most prolific fiddle groups. Over the last 17 years,

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On Saturday 26th from 7.30pm at the Ilminster Arts Centre see ‘Beverley Craven’. She will be performing her new songs live alongside timeless classics ‘Promise Me’, ‘Holding On’, ‘Woman to Woman’, ‘Love Scenes’ and many more. With a witty narrative and unforgettable melodies, her poignant sentiments will leave you with a warm glow of nostalgia, or maybe even the odd tear. Tickets £19.

On Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th at 3.00pm at Cheap Street Church, Sherborne it is the 5th Latin American Music Festival.

On the Saturday there is a Piano Trio Recital with duo Terese Carreno and violinist Catrin Win Morgan who will performing works by Faure Turina and Haydn with Ana

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Laura Manero on piano and Arturo Serna on the cello. On the Sunday Wessex Strings are presenting a concert with soloists Katherine Hawnt as soprano and Valerie Tsoi on piano playing works by Albinoni, Purcell, Mozart, J.C Bach and Parry, with conductor Arturo Serna. Tickets £10, including tea and cakes, under 18’s free. The festival is supporting the HOPE for Children Foundation. For more detais and tickets contact 07972 141911 or email latinamericanmusicfestival@gmail.com

PERFORMANCE On Friday 28th at 7.30pm and Saturday 29th October from 2.30pm at Wadham School in Crewkerne James Seabright presents Superbolt Theatre’s Production of ‘Dinosaur Park: The Jurassic Parody’. This award winning, comedy spin on Spielberg’s classic is a theatrical celebration of cinematic nostalgia and the powerful reminder of the ones we love.

Welcome to the unlikely setting of Lyme Regis Community Centre where the Park Family embark on a journey to a misty past. When things go wrong, family feuds are faced with the rapturous roar of DIY dinosaurs.

Tickets Adults £10, under 16’s £5, family of four £25 available from www.wegottickets.com or the TIC at Crewkerne Town Hall on 07967 301747.

On Sunday 30th from 7.30pm at the Exchange in Sturminster Newton see Jo Caulfield in ‘The Customer Is Always Wrong’.

This is a 90 minute comedy show, full of razor-sharp observations; sharp, witty and insightful, Jo will make you think as much as she makes you laugh. Tickets £14.

On Tuesday 1st to Sunday 6th November at the Octagon Theatre in Yeovil see YAOS’s new production of Irving Berlin’s ‘White Christmas’. This tells the story of two ex-army pals as they team up with a pair of sisters to put on a show to save a remote Vermont ski lodge that has fallen on hard times. A little mischief, a few misunderstandings and a whole lot of romance are the perfect excuse for a magical evening of laughter, tears, dance and some of the greatest songs ever written, including ‘Sisters’, ‘Blue

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On Thursday 10th from 7.30pm at The Grange in Oborne see ‘Two Halves of Guinness’. Mark Burgess’ funny and insightful play was written especially for well-known actor Trevor Littledale. Trevor gives an uncanny portrayal of Oscar winning actor Alec Guinness reflecting on acting, faith, family and his shattering insecurity, played to a background of the golden days of British film and theatre. We join Sir Alec in the late Seventies, as Star Wars is set to become one of the biggest films of all time, featuring his iconic performance as Obi-Wan Kenobi. Amidst fears he will be

On Saturday 12th from 8.00pm at the Exchange in Sturminster Newton the bi-annual ‘Stand-Up Comedy Night’ returns. All proceeds are shared between a UK and an overseas good cause. So far just over £16,000 has been raised. The two charities benefiting this time are the Jailhouse Cafe, Guy’s Marsh and the Hupenyu Hutsva Children’s Home in Zimbabwe.

Tickets £13.50.

On Monday 14th to Saturday 19th from 7.45pm the Swan Theatre Company in Yeovil presents ‘The Reluctant Debutante’ by William Douglas-Home. Chosen to close

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The Octagon Theatre in Yeovil has once again joined forces with Evolution Productions to bring you everyone’s favourite pantomime, the classic story of Peter Pan. The show is written

by Paul Hendy and brought to you by the same creative team behind last year’s smash hit, Sleeping Beauty.

With lots of audience participation and spectacular special effects, this promises to be the theatre’s biggest and most spectacular pantomime ever! The production will feature a top quality cast

including the welcome return of Andrew Fettes, Lizzie Frances and Jack Glanville.

Someset’s Premier Theatre is excited to present another wonderful festive season which runs from Friday 2nd December to Sunday 1st January 2017 for 53 fun-filled performances.

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the Swan Theatre’s successful 60th anniversary year, this witty and stylish drawing room comedy from the mid-1950s is set in Belgravia. The Broadbent family have come up from the country for the ‘season’ to introduce daughter Jane into society. Her mother, Sheila, is keen not to waste the opportunity of Jane’s ‘coming out’ to find her a suitable match. Husband Jimmy, on the other hand, thinks the whole exercise is extravagant, expensive and exhausting.

Jane is also reluctant to stick to the script. Some mischiefmaking by Sheila’s pushy friend Mabel results in a man with a dubious reputation being set up as Jane’s ‘date’ and the play twists and turns as the poor parents attempt to avert a scandal. Tickets £10, senior citizens and students £9 from their website or call on 07500 376031.

On Sunday 20th at 2.30pm and 7.30pm at the Octagon Theatre the highly acclaimed Russian State Ballet and Opera House returns with another popular ballet featuring an impressive cast and accompanied by a large live Orchestra with over 30 musicians. A nutcracker who may just be a handsome prince in disguise prepares to enter a magical new world.

Based on ‘The Nutcracker’ and ‘The Mouse King’ written by E.T.A. Hoffmann, it tells the story of Marie, a sad little girl, whose godfather Drosselmeyer gives her a nutcracker doll as a present on Christmas Eve, which turns into a prince. When midnight strikes, the world turns all magical in the wintry glitter of Christmas Eve. Toys come alive, the Mouse King and his mouse army battle with the Nutcracker Prince as you travel through the Land of Snow to an enchanted place where the magic really begins. Tickets £33.

On Tuesday 22nd at 4.45pm and 7.30pm at the Octagon Theatre in Yeovil the internationally acclaimed Chinese State Circus returns in an innovatively spectacular new production, ‘Dynasty’. There are 30 world class Chinese acrobats, aerial artistes and jugglers who interact with the super-human physical skills and dexterity of the masters of martial arts – the legendary Shaolin Warriors.

The action is non-stop from start to finale and this latest production returns to the pure and honest perfection of acrobatics upon which their reputation is based, creating a show with no gimmicks, no fakes, and no retakes quite simply the incomparable

Chinese State Circus. Tickets £25.

On Thursday 24th at the Octagon Theatre at 7.30pm enjoy a ‘Gala Evening of Words and Music’ by local people hosted by the Yeovil Community Arts Association. Laughter, listening and light entertainment. There will be a winter draw with excellent prizes and mince pies.

Tickets £6.

From Wednesday 30th to Saturday 3rd December at 7.30pm at the Swan Theatre in Yeovil the Civic Players presents ‘Key For Two’

by Dave Freeman and John Chapman. Harriet, a divorcee living in an elegant flat in Brighton, solves her financial problems by entertaining two married gentleman callers on different days of the week. The scheme faces collapse when her friend Anna, whose marriage is tottering, arrives at the flat hotly pursued by her husband. One of Harriet’s lovers is confined to her bed with a sprained ankle and the second lover turns up unexpectedly, closely followed by two irate wives in search of the itinerant husbands. The indescribable confusion that ensues builds to a rich complexity of mistaken identity, splendidly farcical situations and a climax of comic wizardry. Tickets £9, Students £8, Wednesday night offer – two tickets for £15, available from www.civicplayersyeovil.com or 01935 421772.

FILM On Friday 4th November from 8.00pm at the David Hall in South Petherton the film is ‘The Last Man on the Moon’. When Apollo astronaut Eugene Cernan stepped off the moon in 1972 he left his footprints and his daughter’s initials in the lunar dust. Only now, 40 years later, is he ready to share his epic but deeply personal story.

Cernan’s burning ambition carried him to the spectacular and hazardous environment of space and to the moon.

However there was a heavy price to pay for the fame and

privilege that followed. As his wife famously remarked, ‘If you think going to the moon is hard, try staying at home.’

The film combines rare archive material, compelling Visual FX and unprecedented access to present and iconic historical characters on the big screen.

Tickets £5.

On Wednesday 9th at Digby Church Hall from 7.30pm Sherborne Flicks presents ‘Love and Friendship’.

Beautiful young widow Lady Susan Vernon visits the estate of her in-laws to wait out the colourful rumours about her dalliances which are circulating through polite society. Whilst ensconced there, she decides to secure a husband for herself and a future for her eligible but reluctant daughter, Frederica. In doing so she attracts the simultaneous attentions of the young, handsome Reginald DeCourcy, the rich and silly Sir James Martin and the divinely handsome, but married, Lord Manwaring complicating matters severely. Starring Kate Beckinsale, Morfydd Clark, Xavier Samuel and Tom Bennett.

Tickets £6.

On Friday 18th from 8.00pm at the David Hall the Petherton Picture Show is ‘Florence Foster Jenkins’. An heiress form NYC always wanted to be a concert pianist and play Carnegie Hall.

An injury in her youth deterred that dream. So she sets out to sing her way to Carnegie Hall knowing the only way to get there would be ‘Practice, Practice, Practice’. Her husband supports her venture and the true story of Florence Foster Jenkins playing Carnegie Hall becomes a truly historic event. Tickets £5.

On Sunday 20th at 7.00pm at the Exchange in Sturminster Newton see ‘Absolutely Fabulous’.

Kate’s untimely demise creates a media firestorm, leading the paparazzi to relentlessly pursue the hapless duo. Seeking refuge, the girls flee to the French Riviera where they hatch a plan to make their escape permanent and live the high life forever.

Tickets £4.50.

On Saturday 26th from 7.30pm at the David Hall in South

Petherton go along to their film and food evening, when for one night only, the hall becomes Walmington on Sea’s very own cinema. Fancy dress optional but a fun evening is assured.

The film ‘Dad’s Army’ will be showing and a suitably themed light supper included - ration cards not necessary!

Tickets £10.

FOR CHILDREN From Wednesday 16th to Saturday 19th November at 7.30pm (matinee 2.30pm on Saturday) at the Octagon Theatre Yeovil Youth Theatre present ‘Suessical The Musical’. Meet many of Dr Seuss’s beloved characters including Cat in the Hat, Horton the Elephant, Gertrude McFuzz, The Grinch and not forgetting the smallest of all... The Who’s of Whoville, on an entertaining and life affirming musical journey! This certainly is a must see show for all the family to enjoy. Tickets from £15.

OTHER On Wednesday 2nd November from 10.00am to 4.00pm there is a ‘Fused Glass’ workshop with Kate Osman at her studio in Stalbridge. A rare opportunity to experience the various techniques used in forming fused glass pieces – cutting, assembly, inclusions and kiln firing.

Create your own unique designs in recycled glass, taking inspiration from the land around. Suitable for beginners and all materials included.

This one day class is £85.

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On Friday 4th at the Ilminster Arts Centre at 7.00pm go along to ‘From Page to Stage – A Way With Words’. This gives budding wordsmiths the chance to take their words from the page to the stage. At this unique event participants can read or sing their own work, which might be a poem, short story, song or other literary creation to the audience. This year the theme is ‘A Winter’s Tale’.

day. Tickets £45 per person more details from 01935 813131 On Friday 18th from 7.30pm at the Exchange in Sturminster Newton go along to ‘An Audience with Martin Kemp’.

On Thursday 17th at The Eastbury Hotel in Sherborne from 10.00am to 3.00pm there is an Autumn Lunch and Learn with a

lecture and workshop entitled ‘The Art & Gardens of Southern Italy…from Florence to Sicily’ with Mary Jacobsen as well as a two course lunch with wine plus refreshments throughout the

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From the incredible global success of Spandau Ballet to hitting the headlines on BBC 1’s EastEnders, Martin has had a truly amazing career. He has conquered personal challenges, had a bestselling book and won many new fans on Celebrity Big Brother and not forgetting his stunning performance in the international hit movie ‘The Krays’. Tickets £19.50.

On Friday 18th from 6.00pm the Ilminster Arts Centre have a ‘Victorian Evening’. Join them for mince pies and music at their legendary pre-Christmas celebration of times gone by.

Free admission.

On Sunday 20th from 7.30pm at the David Hall Petherton Arts Trust has an acoustic evening.

This is to encourage more local performers of all genres to come and perform on a professional stage and to attract more people in the audience. It is a great evening full of extraordinary skill, talent and variety. Entry £2 Audience, £1 performers.

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'Jukebox Rockers', Yeovil Labour Club, 8.30pm David 9 Lunas, Original Acoustic, The Gallery Bar, Castle Cary, 9.00pm 'Loose connections', The Gainsborough Arms, Milborne Port, 8.00pm 'The Transitions', Mixed, The Globe Inn, Somerton, 9.00pm 'Generator', Rock Covers, The 94 Club, Yeovil, 9.00pm 'Livewired', Rock Covers, The Old Barn Club, Yeovil, 9.00pm

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On Saturday 5th there will be a Clive Carroll Acoustic Guitar Workshop from 3.00pm to 5.00pm at the David Hall in South Petherton. This workshop will be centred on a 10 step progressive guide to soloing over a pulsating bass line. You will learn how to gain further independence between the thumb and fingers of the picking hand, which will inevitably

improve your finger style technique in general. Suitable for adequate to intermediate level. Please bring along your guitar and spend a few hours learning from one of the UK’s finest, in a relaxed and informal setting! Tickets £15.

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Financial Planning

by Edward Covill, Ten Go

by Andrew Fort B.A.(Econ.) MIFP Dip PFS CFP

How to be more confident about your family finances t is well known that women think in an entirely different way from men about many things but particularly in relation to money. Studies show that women tend to think much more about the wider context than men; hence they will not only be concerned with ‘the bottom line’ but will also tend to think more about the potential for what can go wrong, what they have to lose and how the

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financial decisions they make will enable them to assist the wider family (i.e. helping children with a deposit for their first property purchase).

Many of our new client enquiries from men cite one of their main concerns as being to make sure that their wife and family will be financially secure and supported if they (the man) die first or becomes seriously ill.

Perhaps it is the pragmatic nature of men but the truth is that they are right; they probably will die first. The chances of a woman outliving her male partner are high and in some cases this can mean single living for 25 years or more. Losing a spouse or partner and learning to adjust is hard enough, but without the confidence or capability to make important financial decisions it may, in extreme situations, lead to the surviving partner living the rest of their life full of worry, mediocrity and complexity.

Today many women are more financially independent than ever before but there is still a tendency for some women to take a back seat when it comes to dealing with family finances.

This may be in part due to the historic position of the male being the main earner or perhaps it is because money is

seen as a preserve of men.

Whatever the reasons for some women lacking interest in and being disengaged from the financial planning process, it can be potentially hazardous to their own and their family’s long term financial security.

Life is constantly changing and so too are our goals, attitudes, values and preferences. Therefore the family financial plan also needs to change to reflect these. At FFP, when one of our clients passes away, we pride ourselves on being supportive, helpful and caring to the surviving spouse.

Where the survivor has had little involvement with the family wealth, we know from experience that we can be of much more practical and emotional help if they have been engaged in the financial planning process before their spouse or partner has passed away. That way, while nothing can ever replace the loss of their partner, we can help them to have the confidence to make good decisions about their money, so that they and their loved ones live the rest of their life free to be, do or have whatever they want.

I used to be indecisive, but now I am not so sure... eems to be our attitude to changing suppliers of energy, landline telephones, mobile devices, insurance, bank accounts and credit cards. Only about 10% of households make all changes to reduce bills. This amounts to an average waste of about £2,500 per household.

Mobile phone service companies have bowed to Government pressure and dropped charges, often £20, to

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unlock phones thus enabling users to change provider more easily and keeping their handsets. The move will also allow the use of sim-cards when travelling and help those buying a second hand phone.

Unlocking codes should now take only 3 days compared with the present wait of up to 30 days.

It will be mandatory to have a smart electricity and natural gas meter by 2020. We have been providing and cutting costs for these for 15 years for larger businesses. The extension of these to all business users is well under way. However, the cost of these for domestic users often does not justify the cost which is borne ultimately by users. Trials indicate that only about 2% can be saved by the average user and the cost will be £400. In general it is best to hold off buying for the time being as better offers may be on the way.

Many small businesses lose out because they have no

terminal to accept credit card payments. If accepting money only by cash or cheque, the buyer may not have the money on them and a sale is lost. The cost of installation and running the system could outweigh the benefits. A solution is to install a new low cost system from Global. The costs are monthly fee of £17 saving over 20% on standard rates and at time of writing the first 3 months are free of charge and the transaction rate is less than 1%.

If you want to expand your business, another good way is to have your invoices factored, giving you extra working capital. There are two drawbacks: one is that you lose a part of your income to the company doing the factoring, and the factoring company may bully your customer for payment.

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Get Ready for Christmas Parties hristmas is fast approaching and with it being the ultimate party season, it is the perfect time to have fun with your hair and experiment with many different styles for those big nights out! For all the party nights you will need many different looks and styles to go with each outfit for each event but fear not, Francesco Group have you covered!

This seasons key looks will be very feminine but in a much more relaxed way than previous seasons feminine looks. Hair up will be very loose with waves rather than curls, tendrils will be left out around the hairline and plaits and twists will be a dominant trend.

Buns will also be popular for the season but will be lower and again more disheveled and chignons will be back on the scene. The good old half up half down style, taking inspiration from the 60s and 70s in shape, but a lot freer, will also be an emerging trend, along with ornamentation, which includes hair

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accessories that can enhance any look! We will see many high street shops trying to entice customers to add a sparkly accessory such as a

with Mia Dellicompagni Francesco Group's Director of Hairdressing clip, head band or hair chain to give the hair a 'boho' chic feel during the festive period.

To make short hair seasonal, add a toner, think festive silvers and ice whites or go for a rich mulberry red shade if you dare to take the plunge! These red and copper tones will be huge for the festive party season. The

glowing colours of autumn inspire many to change their hair to warmer colours to compliment the change in seasons but if red is not your thing, try a caramel, honey, butterscotch, cinnamon, or spice shade, these colours will instantly add some warmth to your skin tone.

Ask your hairdresser to demonstrate how to wave your short locks to the side or for more drama, ask them how to do a quiff off the face. Whatever your seasonal look, have fun with it and add drama!

Competition We are offering 3 lucky readers the chance to win a Cut & Blow Dry appointment with Franceso Group's Director of Hairdressing in Poole worth £55 each By answering the following question:

What colour tones are good for the festive party season?

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Fashion & More

by Thelma Drabik, Melbury Gallery

Winter Warmers at Melbury ith a definite nip in the air, we are looking at rich patterns, colours and prints to bring personality and fun into cosy winter.

One of our most popular British labels, at great affordable prices is Lily and Me. They have taken their inspiration this season from searching in rustic country barns, antique markets, vintage fabric stores and jewellery boxes full of costume gems! All the prints and patterns are designed by their team of in-house designers at their rural Gloucestershire studio.

Mama b has returned for the Autumn/Winter Season. This great Italian label was first launched in 2008 by fashion designer Sara Lingua. Sara designs for real women, working in quality fabrics which drape and shape where they should, in uncomplicated silhouettes which flatter any figure. Effortlessly stylish and comfortable. The colour palette features gorgeous blue-greys and mocha tones, with stripes to bring in a more contemporary feel and…boy are they soft - just cuddle yourself!

The Award Winning Braintree is another favourite and their Autumn/Winter 2016 range has great floral patterns in gorgeous colourways as well as an incredibly popular range of tights, which literally fly out the shop! The super soft tights and socks made from bamboo with their anti fungal properties and the thick cosy socks that started life as plastic bottles make great gifts, or a treat for you.

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Take a look at Tantrend our new range of jewellery designed in Spain, and such a bargain, with delicate but chunky statement pieces, they make a fantastic impact when they are on. Very Boho and ethnic in

style, with beads, tassels and drops, Tantrend is available in both the Sherborne and Dorchester shops.

With our thoughts turning to Christmas, enticing new stock is arriving daily with some fantastic gift ideas…scarves, bags, ceramics, and sneak upstairs to see cushions, lighting and throws… and much, much more! Finally we would love to see you on Sunday 20th November our first Sunday opening of the festive season when there will be 10% off everything for this day only.

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The Perfect Christmas Present... A Racehorse!

Every year it becomes more and more difficult to find the ideal Christmas present for your family and friends. They have the material possessions they need and if they do not, they buy it themselves.

However a share in a racehorse owning syndicate is something different! A year’s

worth of excitement; the chance to meet new people; and the possibility of cheering your own horse home at the biggest meetings of the National Hunt racing season.

Ditcheat Thoroughbreds is a brand-new ownership syndicate with eight carefully selected horses in training with Britain’s 10-times champion National Hunt trainer, Paul Nicholls. It offers a rare and affordable chance to own quality racehorses with the country’s most successful trainer and to

become part of the team at Nicholls’ Manor House Stables in Somerset.

Nicholls, who has won all of Britain’s biggest races, such as The Cheltenham Gold Cup and The Grand National, and whose name will forever be linked with equine superstars such as Kauto Star and Denman, said: “Jump racing is my passion, and I love it when new people become involved. Syndicate ownership is the best way of making racing more accessible and getting them to share the thrills of our sport.”

The syndicate has been set up by director Ian Fogg, who said: “Sharing the cost of ownership has to be the way forward, and the bonus is that we have the champion trainer on our side, as he has made a habit of turning dreams into reality.”

The cost of belonging to the syndicate will range between £6,450 and £15,950 for the first season, and £3,500 for the second, with no additional bills. Each horse will have a maximum of 20 owners and syndicates will run for two years.

Ian said: “It makes perfect sense. You get the chance to own shares in several horses with like-minded people, which adds to the fun. You would have a hard task to find better horses on offer for syndicate ownership.”

There you go. Now that is Christmas sorted! For further details visit www.DitcheatThoroughbreds.com or contact Ian Fogg at Ditcheat Thoroughbreds by email ian@ditcheat.com or call 01749 862 020

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Sport

by Gary Shackle, Sherborne Sports Centre Manager

Sherborne Charity Chase... and Fun Day! o what are you doing on Sunday 6th November? This year’s “Charity Chase” is raising money for Children in Need and the theme is Spots!

Boasting four different distances, the Sherborne Charity Chase is for all ages and abilities.

There will be a 1k and 2k race (for the young children) and a 5k

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and 10k race on offer for the family or individuals to take part in. You will be able to walk, jog or run your way around one of our courses at your leisure or aim to beat that elusive personal best.

All we ask you to do is wear something spotty ie cap, t-shirt, bandana, etc….or alternatively simply add some face paint.

We are always looking for help and volunteers on the day, so if you could spare a couple of hours then please contact us as soon as possible. We would very much appreciate it. If you would like more details then please call the Sports Centre on 01935 810548 or visit www.sherbornesports.co.uk/charity-chase

Children in Need has been running since 1980, during which time it has raised over £600 million for local and children overseas. Last year alone it raised £55 million and we hope to help beat this amount in 2016. Entry costs are very cheap and we promise to donate every penny, to this most worthy charity.

Our event starts at 9.00am with the 5 and 10K races, followed straight away by the children and toddler races.

There will lots to do for kids on the day including a bouncy castle, face paints and cookie decorating so please come and enjoy a couple of hours with us on Sunday 6th November.

Motoring Red or Green Lights?

Traffic lights will soon by communicating to cars as Audi hopes to launch new technology soon. When approaching a junction an internet connected car will request information from the traffic computer that controls lights in a given area. The computer will tell the car when the lights will change and the car will display a countdown on the dashboard or its heads-up

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information to the computers which will use the data to improve traffic flow.

The system will be available first in the US for Q7, A4 and A4 All road models built from June this year onwards. The move to the UK's first 'connected corridor' will be on the £15 million stretch of road between London and Dover which will have wi-fi hubs by the road to beam traffic information directly into cars.

Highways England will also test sensors to help target road works by providing information about the conditions of tunnels, bridges and road. Will this be an improvement?

We will have to wait and see...

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In a boost to the electric-car market, the EU has just announced plans to require all new and refurbished homes in Europe to install a vehicle charging point after 2019. The idea comes from the Netherlands, which plans to phase out diesel car sales by 2025.

However, this is unlikely to effect the UK unless the politicians thinks it is a good idea.... as we should be out of the EU by then!

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01963 370269 School Desk & chair old pine D 46cms x W 56cms x H 72cms.

Original state. £50. 01460 241143 Black metal 3 candle holder H 112cms. £20. 01460 241143 Bureau Dark wood H 107cms x W 76cms x D 40cms. g.c. £40.

01460 241143 Mahogany surround Fireplace with marble base and back. Electric coal effect fire. excellent condition.

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01935 813561 4 metre extension Aluminium ladder, £20. 01963 251238 Aluminium Trunks. Large, Lockable (39” x 30” x 24”) £25. Medium, Lockable (39” x 20” x 19”). £20.

Both suitable for storage. Buyer collects. 01460 240268 Zanussi Cooker Hod. Stainless steel, curved glass and black. v.g.c. £50.

01935 410486/0797 5528863 Juicer Jack LaLannes in new condition. £25. 01935 817815 Log Hoop in Black Wrought Iron approx 58cm (23”) diameter – an attractive way to store logs by the fireside. Little used. £30. 01460 240268 Wedgewood Jasperware blue dishes in original boxes. Fluted small tray (J102 4014) £10; Heart shaped trinket dish. £6. 01935 421389 Aluminum Ladder 8'. g.c. £30.

01935 813835 Double airsprung mattress (non turning) & an open coil double metal bed frame. Both v.g.c. £85 for both. 01458 252003 Le Creuset orange saucepan set.

16", 18" & 20" with lips and lids & wooden handles. As new. £120 ono, 01458 252003 Contemporary brushed steel curved, floor standing dual lamp; up-lighter height 6ft, lower reading light on flexible arm; both lights are dimmable. Cost £190, bargain £20. 01935 872217 Dreamland “Concerto” double electric all night over blanket, 9 heat settings; super soft & washable. New condition, only used a couple of times. Bargain £10. 01935 872217

3 Piece Cane Conservatory Suite.

Good quality and g.c. Space needed; bargain £20.

01935 872217 Armchair Hebden Recliner in black PU leather - 3 months old in new condition. Cost £245. Unexpected posting abroad. £100.

01935 817815 Horse brasses. £4 each or 3 for £10. 01935 421389 Bunded Oil Storage Tank 1200L g.c.

New £1000 asking £450.

01935 410486/0797 5528863 Camphor wood Chinese chest/coffee table. Superb storage with sliding internal tray. H22”x W47” x D20”. £175.

01935 426197 Teak dining table approx 45" round with two leaves 14" and 10". Legs can be unscrewed for transport or storage. £30. 01935 812838 Aerobed luxury inflatable deep raised single mattress with electric pump - 3 months old in new condition - used once. Unexpected job posting abroad. £90.

01935 817815 TEFAL 8 in 1 electric cooker with 8 programmes. Only 3 months old & little used. £30. 01935 817815 Kitchen Trolley. Scotts of Stowe Winchcombe in buttermilk 68cm x 39cms x H85cms. 3 cupboards, long draw and wine rack for 9 bottles. As new. £70.

01935 812503 Inset electric coal effect fire in black surround. Fits into fire place. v.g.c. £35. 01935 850647 Baby Care Pram & Cot. Britax. Blue floral print. £6. 01935 421389 Nappy changing table.

Collapsible. £5. 01935 421389 Baby Nappy Safe dispenser. £10.

01935 421389 Sports & Leisure Motocaddy electric golf trolley & charger. 4 yrs old & reliable.

Included in price:- Lightweight Push/Pull Trolley. £90 o.n.o.

07707 098067 Golf Balls. Maxfli MD90 Max distance 3 new golf balls + pack of Arnold Palmer Training balls + odd golf balls, score counter and 3 packs of tees. Bargain for £8 the lot. 01935 421389

Interpet Fish Pod Aquarium 64 litre Delta therm heating system. Internal cartridge filter etc.owner purchased larger aquarium. £60 o.n.o.

01935 813561 iPad 2 16GB with case and charger, working well. £35.

01935 873548 Approx 50 mixed vinyl records, £18. 01963 251238 Ex con gents specialized bike 19" frame. Fully serviced. 27 gears. £600 new. Bargain at £100.

01935 509987 or 07736 741 607 Old clay hand made plant pots.

Small 50p-£2. 01935 421389 Set of 10 Rebecca Shaw Books.

Brand new, still shrink wrapped.

Turnham Malpas stories. Ideal Xmas gift. £25 ono. 01935 427862 or 07753 249821 Wooden Dolls House with furniture H 71cms x D 35cms x W 56cms pink & cream needs some tlc. £55.

01460 241143 Round Sewing Basket D 30cms x H 19cms. g.c. £20. 01460 241143 Artist easel, wooden for painting or display. £15 ono. 01935 424724 Wine making equipment. Lever corking machine, recipe books, gravity tub, fermenting locks, corks, demijohns, etc. Various prices of £30 the lot. 01935 421389 Wine Press 5 litres. White metal. g.w.o. £30 ono. 01935 421389 2 inner tubes for ride on mover or turf tyres 4.10/3.50-5 tube. Never used as sent in error. £8 ono.

01935 424724 3 Games ideal for Christmas.

Connect 4, Peggatty, Antiques Roadshow. Hardly used. £25 for all 3. 01935 474622.

length with separate scarf. 78% wool. Single buttoned. size Twice dry cleaned. perfect condition. £20.

07841 285644 Photonic Universe Portable Folding Solar Panels. 120 watt, 12 vaults (+60 watts) with charging kit and storage case - suitable for motor home or caravan. As new. £100.

01935 822944 Wooden Pallets. Large. For compost box, furniture or firewood!

Solid wood. Bargain at £3 each.

01935 424724 Gents evening suit. House of Frazer. Worn once. Chest 44-46" Leg 31" Waist 43". £15.

01935 815515

Free Items Cardboard Boxes.

Suitable for packing and storage.

01935 424724

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Miscellaneous Hotter Shoes. Various sizes & hardly worn. Size 7 standard width.

Shake: navy, yellow, raspberry; Otter: brown; Dizzy: cornflower blue; Feather: olive green, burgundy (size 6 1/2). £30 a pair.

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Lacoste original Polo Shirts Women's size 12 (40 eur). Pale pink; pale green and red. £8 each or 3 for £21. 01935 421389 Mans dark evening suit, 42" long, 40" waist, 30" leg.

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