Marlborough TOWN & COUNTRY
People Events Jill Thorpe
Marlborough Community Passion Play Sat 15 April, 4pm
Features Carriage Driving for the Disabled
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You’ll be able to experience the Easter Story in an interactive way this Easter as the Marlborough Community Passion Play comes to fruition on Saturday 15 April at 4pm. A true community initiative led by local drama teacher Helen Stokes, it promises to be a real event. Featuring a cast of hundreds, both adults and children, the Play takes place in the open air starting with Jesus riding along the High St to The Parade, where the story is performed. The whole performance is free and all are welcome. Congratulations to all involved for putting on such a big project – fingers crossed for good weather on the day! Our interviewee this month is dog behaviourist and trainer Jill Thorpe. She recently competed with her dog Robyn at Crufts, read all about her on pages 6/7. Hope you enjoy the magazine this month,
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Jill Thorpe Jill Thorpe is a dog behaviourist and trainer that runs regular gundog classes in Marlborough. She lives with her husband Richard, and two dogs Indy and Robyn near Andover. Tell us about yourself I was born in the North East in Darlington, but moved down to Pewsey with my parents when I was still a small child. I used to work in HR, I worked for a large company managing their Customer Service Department and also wage negotiations with the union every year (that was fun!). That company moved its HQ to Crewe, so I moved to work for Ducal the pine furniture people. When they were bought out by Silentnight, I decided to train as a Saddler. (I was involved with horses and Carriage Driving at the time, so not such an odd career change as it sounds). As well as Saddlery, I ran a B&B to supplement our income while my business became established. I carried that on when I changed to dog training. What made you decide to become a dog behaviourist and trainer? A friend I met when I was training to be a saddler introduced me to country sports. She had a black Labrador and I went beating with her on a shoot. Her dog was beautifully trained and the more I saw of her, the more interested I was in having my own dog. My first, called Fern, was a lovely dog - so easy going and a dream to train, I
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I love seeing the transformation over time in the dogs that attend my gundog training classes. had no problems with her. It was when I got a second dog, Poppy, that I realised not all dogs were so biddable! That was when I sought help from a local trainer, as her behaviour was too difficult to cope with alone. I enjoyed the process of training so much, that after a couple of years I asked if the trainer would like an “apprentice”. Luckily, she was very busy and needed the help. I started working with her, and studying for my qualifications at the same time leading to an Advanced Diploma in Canine Behaviour and Psychology. I’ve been running my own business for around 4 years now, when my trainer moved out of the area last year I took over the Gundog Training
classes in Marlborough. They’ve been a great success. What do you do apart from the Gundog Training? I offer one to one consultations to help owners deal with specific issues. These can be anything from help with toilet training a dog, to dealing with separation anxiety, or aggression towards other dogs or humans. Generally, problems can be addressed with a single consultation, as long as owners implement the strategies we discuss. I also meet with people who have just brought their puppy home to give advice on how to train them so they don’t develop problems later.
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People I understand you’ve just competed at Crufts with one of your dogs? Yes, that was very exciting. Robyn, my younger dog wasn’t ready to go into the field after completing her gundog training, so I thought about doing something different with her. I joined the local dog training society, and went along with Robyn to give Competition Obedience a go. We entered a class at a dog show, just to dip our toe in the water so to speak. To our surprise and delight we came fourth, which qualified us for the next round at Discover Dogs. There we amazingly managed to qualify for the Kennel Club GCDS Obedience Stake Finals at Crufts. The competition is designed for people and their dogs new to competition obedience, and we were thrilled to get through. What was it like at Crufts? It’s a huge show, ranged over several halls at the NEC. We were in a hall with a lot of trade stands as well as competition rings. The atmosphere was electric, with a cacophony of noise from the various trade stands and competition rings as well as the crowds of people. I was extremely nervous, and was on first, which was probably a good thing. In the competition, you are told what tasks to do by a steward, and sometimes it was difficult to hear. There was quite a large audience, and it was all rather intimidating – but we managed to do a very good round – Robyn took it all in her stride, and I remembered to breathe! We didn’t win, but I was proud of Robyn, and loved the experience. We’ll carry on with the obedience training and see if we can qualify again next year.
What do you enjoy most about your job? I love seeing the transformation over time in the dogs that attend my gundog training classes, and seeing their owners’ relationship develop from maybe one of frustration to pride in their pets. It’s lovely when they tell me that they have been complimented on how well behaved their dog is. What would you change if you could? I’d like it to be good weather every time I have a class outdoors! It would also be wonderful if more people came to me when they brought home their puppies, as it is better to prevent problems arising than to solve them after they have become embedded. What do you like to do in your spare time? Now I am doing the obedience training with Robyn it feels like all my time is taken up with dog related activity! I do enjoy gardening – last year I got some professional help planting up my borders and I’m looking forward to seeing everything coming up this year as it matures. I like pottering about in the garden every evening seeing what has come up, what needs deadheading etc It’s very relaxing. I also enjoy cycling, and can’t wait for our holiday later in the Spring. We are going on a cycling holiday in Italy, cycling from Pisa to Florence and back. It’s an organised holiday so there is transport that takes our luggage from hotel to hotel, while we travel there under our own steam. Let’s hope we don’t get lost!
Do you like to eat out locally? We tend to eat nearer home, but I am looking forward to trying out the new Rick Stein restaurant. A lunch time favourite is the Food Gallery which is a great place to meet for a coffee and catch up with friends. What about shopping? Landmark is my favourite shop for working clothes, and for non-working attire I like Luna on the High St. I like it there as they display their clothes by colour. I recently had my colours done with House of Colour and it’s been a revelation – before I was scared of wearing bright colours, but now I know what suits me I’m keen to add some more to my wardrobe. Do you enjoy reading? Most of what I read is related to my work. The last book I read for enjoyment was also dog related, given to me by someone in my gundog training class. Called The Cruellest Miles, it’s the story of how a relay team of huskies made a thousand-mile journey to pick up a new supply of antitoxin to stem an outbreak of diphtheria in Alaska. No other form of transport could get through in the weather conditions. Based on a true story, it was a gripping read. What about music? I enjoy pop music, and go to concerts where I can. I went to see Adele last year, and in the past, I’ve been to see other acts such as Paloma Faith and Take That. Jill is starting a new Gundog Class in May. If you interested in that or need help with your dog’s behaviour, you can contact her on 07901 651663, or visit her website at www.DevelopYourDog.co.uk
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Passion P lay almost here! Over the past few weeks and months the Marlborough Community Passion Play 2017 has grown and grown and the project continues to gain energy and momentum!
At 4pm on Saturday 15 April Jesus will set off on horseback along the High Street whilst children and adults from local schools line his route and wave the palm leaves they have made to welcome him. The action will then move into The Parade where the story of The Passion of Christ will be told by actors on one of three stages. The story will include Jesus’ teaching, the healing of the lepers, the story of Zacchaeus the tax collector, the Last Supper, the arrest and trial, crucifixion, resurrection and ascension of Jesus. We have received, to date, generous grants from a variety of organisations and businesses: thrilling! This is enabling us to build a solid foundation in all areas of the production: sound systems; costumes; programme; video link; publicity…. the list is extensive and continues to expand! There is still time to be involved. We need stewards, we need members of the crowd on and off stage and of course, on the day itself, Saturday April 15 at 4pm, we will need spectators! We are inviting everyone coming to watch to join in being
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members of Jerusalem 33AD by dressing up appropriately. Even if you can manage just the headwear – a scarf or tea towel and hairband is idealplease come along in costume, become part of the townsfolk and experience the story as one of them.
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The Red Lion, Baydon’s only pub, is in real danger of closing and being sold for potential development as a residential dwelling. A team of villagers have got together to prevent yet another rural pub from closing. The Save Baydon Lion team has already enlisted the support of their local MP Claire Perry, and local Wiltshire Councillor James Sheppard.
“The Save Baydon Lion Team mean business and I am delighted to support their campaign,” said Claire, MP for the Devizes Constituency. “Colin Newbould, the Team’s Chairman and Dave Hanley, its Financial Officer came to the Devizes Big Beer Tasting and Tour hosted by Wadworth Brewery, armed with Save Baydon Lion shirts. As you can see I was more than happy to model the shirt to show my support,” Anyone who would like to register their interest in supporting the Save Baydon Lion Campaign, with practical help and advice or with a view to potentially investing in the Red Lion Community Pub Limited, should visit savebaydonlion.uk or email info@savebaydonlion.uk. “We are determined to make Baydon’s Red Lion a ‘roaring success!” concluded Newbould.
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Fly the Commonwealt h Flag On Monday, 13 March 2017 and in common with parishes, towns and cities up and down the country, Marlborough took part in flying a flag to mark Commonwealth Day. In the words of the Rt. Hon. Patricia Scotland QC., SecretaryGeneral of the Commonwealth of Nations, Fly a Flag for the Commonwealth is an occasion to acknowledge, publicly and collectively, the continuing aspiration of the Commonwealth to build on common traditions and uphold shared values of democracy, inclusive development, rule of law, and human rights. Councillors gathered on the Town Hall steps in glorious early spring sunshine and the Town Mayor read the Commonwealth Affirmation before the flag was raised above the Town Hall.
Local Elections 2017 This year spring brings us the 4 May elections and newly elected Town Councillors. More and more decision making and services are being driven at a local level so the role of Town Councillor is an increasingly important one. We depend on local people taking an interest in what happens in
their community and whatever their background, standing as a candidate for election. It’s not too late, applications close at 4pm on 4 April. If you are interested, please contact the Town Clerk at the Council Offices. Even if you don’t want to become a local Councillor yourself, by just voting and getting involved you will be helping to make your mark. So, remember to vote on Thursday, 4 May. Last day to register to vote is Thursday, 13 April. More information at www.wiltshire.gov.uk
Your Council Tax Each year Marlborough Town Council calculates the money it needs to provide local services and any projects planned for the year ahead. Then it deducts what it expects to receive from income and external grants leaving a net amount. This is called the precept and the amount collected by Wiltshire Council as a proportion of the total Council Tax paid by Marlborough households. So, for 2017/18 the overall annual Council Tax for Marlborough’s average Band D households is broken down as follows: Wiltshire Council £1,334.63 Marl Town Council £182.67 Wiltshire Police £170.27 Wilts Fire and Rescue £70.59 Total: £1,758.16 The amount collected for the Town Council represents about 10.3% of your overall annual Council Tax. In 2016/17, we have taken on public toilets from Wiltshire Council and, as recently agreed, the Youth Centre at St Margaret’s Mead too.
We have more responsibility for signage and running of community events and may have to consider enhancing litter picking and grass cutting services too as has been done by other Wiltshire towns. No tax rise is welcome, but we are faced with increasing overheads as well as the likely responsibility of additional assets and services. If we are to be ready to do this we need to introduce an increase. We’re working towards delivering more at a local level and so offer better value to the Council Tax payer.
Pride in Wye Gardens Our Grounds Team works hard to make Wye Gardens look is best. This was acknowledged by the RHS South West in Bloom Pride in Park Awards presented at the Palace Hotel, Torquay on 2 March where Grounds Manager, Richard Beale, picked up a 3 star award on behalf of Marlborough for this beautiful public garden.
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Kennet Valley Carriage Driving Group This month I went along to meet the lovely people at the Kennet Valley Driving Group, a registered charity affiliated to the Riding for the Disabled Association. During the Winter they are based out of a yard in Lockeridge, and run twice weekly sessions for disabled adult drivers. The group operate two carriages, with two friendly heavy horses to pull them. Drummer, a Clydesdale cob cross, at 22 is the elder statesman of the pair; whilst Perrine, a Comtois mare from France has learned English commands and her carriage driving role very quickly. Importantly, both have very calm temperaments, and are trained to be “bomb proof”. Both volunteers and disabled drivers are very fond of the horses and have a lot of interaction with them. Safety is paramount, which means a lot of people are needed to support the two carriages. Caroline Mitchell, a trustee and one of the RDA whips explains, “For each carriage we have a qualified RDA Whip (driver), another volunteer who rides on the carriage and is responsible for holding the horse’s head when we stop. Escort cars at the front and rear of the carriages contain volunteers who assist during the drive. It’s a real team effort.”
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Volunteers arrive before the disabled drivers to prepare the horses and carriages (although any who are able to are welcome to help with this part if they wish). The carriages are specially built and can accommodate wheelchairs as necessary, although not all drivers use them. The harness has two sets of reins, and the disabled driver is in control, with the backup of the RDA Whip if needed. There are different types of reins which are helpful for different types of disability.
friends. You can get involved as much or as little as you want – I’ve taken Carriage Driving Proficiency tests, and taken part in competitions. I’ve also been responsible for putting the group’s website together.”
Once everyone is aboard, the drive sets off. On the day I was there we drove up to West Woods, the horses moving at a brisk trot most of the way. I was delighted to be offered the opportunity to have a go at driving, and was glad to have Caroline alongside for support. Perrine was very responsive to voice commands as well as the reins, and I could see the attraction of regular driving.
I thoroughly enjoyed my morning with the group, and was really struck by how much everyone enjoyed themselves, all mucking in together to provide a great morning’s activity. A social highlight of the week for all involved, including me.
Many of the drivers have had previous experience with horses (although it is not a prerequisite), and for some it is an opportunity to extend their involvement with them after having to give up riding. Cat, one of the drivers who has fibromyalgia and osteo arthritis explained what she gets out of it, “It’s very therapeutic, and as well as being something I enjoy doing, it’s just great to get out of the house. It’s a very sociable group, and you make great
The drive gets back to the yard within a couple of hours, and everyone rallies round to remove the harnesses, clean up the horses and the tack and put everything away. This is followed by a cup of coffee and often a very tasty home made cake!
The group costs upwards of £20,000 per year to run, so fundraising is an important job. One of the key fundraising events of the year is the annual plant sale, which this year is on Sunday 23 April at Barbury Racecourse. Why not go along and pick up a plant or two? If you are interested in volunteering with the group, or would like to find out more about carriage driving, visit the website kvdgrda.com or call the Secretary, Maggie Lewis on 07930 341524
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Springing forwards or back? As well as the hundreds of passwords that I have for my banking, computer, shopping and anything else IT related, I always struggle at this time of year with the concept of Spring. Now, how does it go? Am I springing forwards or back and, more importantly, will I gain or lose an hour’s sleep? As I recall, I am “Springing forwards” which sounds so lovely and progressive but, sadly, losing an hour’s sleep in the process. Bang goes the lie in before rugby training. I can’t complain however as I have a birthday at the end of October and last year I was most excited to have a 25-hour birthday. Being on holiday with friends at the time, I threatened to make them stay up and celebrate the other hour with me – as it happens, we were all tucked up in our beds and sound asleep as the moment passed. We peaked far too soon on the local cider perhaps. We are just far too old to pull an “all nighter” as we did in the heady days of youth. How much information are we carrying in our heads these days just to get by? It’s a staggering amount, I’m sure. Often, I find myself counting the knuckles on my hand in order to remember how many days in each month – a clever concept which one of my trainees told me. Of course, if you don’t know that version, try the “thirty days have September, April, June and November...” that always
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comes in helpful too. My memory did let me down when it comes to my daughter’s maths homework, however. In the depths of my brain there was the acronym SOCATOA – what on earth is that? I can’t remember. However, she was doing her maths homework and mentioned sines and cosines and there I was, professing to be a maths genius “Oh yes, that’s SOCATOA” I said, very proud of myself. She looked at me as if I was crazy. I could remember no more than that so was as helpful as the proverbial chocolate teapot in that instance. Maybe geography is more my forte? Ah yes, we all remember studying caves and structures. However, is it “pull your tights up” or “pull your tights down” to remember stalactites and stalagmites? If I recall – it’s tights up, so the stalactites going up and stalagmites going down, or is it? I was at a quiz the other day and my trainee came into her own when she was able to tell us the seventh planet was Uranus by recounting the phrase “my very evil mother just served Uncle Ned poison”. Happily, she no longer poisons
him, just serves him as poor old Pluto has been demoted from planet status. Ned’s had a lucky escape! I’ve never been good at planets, so hope to remember this one in readiness for the next quiz. I suppose that I have to confess also to my dinosaur status when it comes to text talk. Yes, dear reader, I am one of those, and I know I’m not alone, who, for a long time, thought that “LOL” was “Lots of Love”. Now DGMW (don’t get me wrong!), I am all for shortening things and making them easier, but that takes into account the assumption that the answer is at the tip of my tongue and wont take me half an hour to work out – maybe simpler then to state the obvious in the first place? Anyway, time for an early nap to recover from my lost hour… TTFN! Fiona Kellow Fiona Kellow is a working mum of two. When she isn’t running around after her family she is a Partner at Thrings Solicitors, specialising in family law.
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What’s On April 2017 Jumble Sale Date: Saturday 1 April, 10am – 12pm Venue: Ogbourne Primary School, Ogbourne St George, SN8 1SU Clothes, shoes, accessories, toys, books, homeware, bric-a-brac, refreshments Admission 50p Raising funds for Ogbourne Primary School
Swindon Choral Pre-Concert Talk Date: Saturday 1 April, 6.30pm Venue: St Peter’s Church Marlborough Robin Nelson and Ben Schoeman whet the taste buds for the evening’s concert in Marlborough College Chapel (starts 7.30pm) with discussion and piano illustration of works by Poulenc and Gounod. Admission by Concert Ticket.
Swindon Choral Society Musique Française Date: Saturday, 1 April, 7:30pm Venue: Marlborough College Chapel Featuring Poulenc’s Gloria and Organ Concerto and Gounod’s Messe Solennelle de Sainte Cécile. Tickets £15 from Sound Knowledge, White Horse Bookshop or www.swindonchoral.org.uk. Retiring collection in aid of Marlborough Brandt Group
ARK Moth Night Date: Saturday 8 April Venue: Stonebridge Meadow, Marlborough A chance to see moths up close and learn more about them. Wrap up warm, wellies and torch recommended. FREE to take part. Time confirmed nearer the date see Facebook page River Kennet for updates. More info 01672 511028 or email anna@riverkennet.org
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Marlborough Spring Fair Date: Sunday 9 April, 10am – 4pm Venue: Marlborough College, Marlborough, SN8 1PA 65 Trade stands with a huge variety of products: home accessories, clothing, food and drink, gifts and more. Entry £3 (children under 12 free)
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Marlborough Onscreen Events Jewels Live from Covent Garden Date: Tuesday 11 April, 6.45 for 7.15pm Venue: Marlborough Town Hall George Balanchine’s brilliant ballet classic. Tickets £15 in advance and £17.50 on door. Tickets: marlboroughonscreen.events Sound Knowledge and The White Horse Bookshop, Marlborough.
Marlborough Community Passion Play Date: Saturday 15 April, 4pm Venue: High Street and The Parade, Marlborough Months of hard work come to fruition at this community retelling of the Easter Story.
Involving a cast of hundreds, the audience is invited to attend this event in costume (tea towel and headband sufficient!) More info at marlboroughpassion.uk
The Merchant’s House Spring Lecture Date: Wednesday 19th April at 7.30pm Venue: St Peter’s Church Marlborough Dr Christopher Scott discusses and illustrates “Wining and Dining in the 17th Century” - a mixture of facts, stories, objects and recipes with several surprises and revelations about everyday life both at Court and in ordinary homes. Tickets from the Merchant’s House: £15 (Friends £12)
The Marlborough History Society Date: Thursday 20 April, 7.30pm Venue: St Peter’s Church Marlborough Katy Whittaker, director of the Britain From Above project’s cataloguing and research team, lectures on “Wild Wings over Wiltshire” - views of our county you will have never seen before.
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What’s On Marlborough Onscreen Events A Walk in the Woods (15) Date: Thursday 20 April, 7 for 7.30pm Venue: Marlborough Town Hall Robert Redford and Nick Nolte star in this adaptation of Bill Bryson’s book. Tickets £5 in advance and £6 on door from marlboroughonscreen.events Sound Knowledge or The White Horse Bookshop, Marlborough.
Vets4Pets Marlborough 1st Birthday Open Day Date: Saturday 22nd April, 11am-3pm Venue: Vets4Pets Marlborough, Marlborough Business Park, SN8 4FD Local vet surgery, Vets4Pets Marlborough, has now been open for 1 year! To celebrate, we are having a party and would love to welcome you and your furry friends to join us. There are lots of activities on offer, including surgery tours, an opportunity to meet the vets and nurses, face painting, raffle prize draw, goodie bags, refreshments, plus much more. For more information visit vets4pets.com/marlborough or call Amber and the team on 01672 529 020.
Wiltshire Artists Annual Exhibition Date: Saturday 22 to Saturday 29 April, Venue: St Peter’s Church, High St. Marlborough SN8 1HQ Over 150 original artworks in all media by 50 artists all based in Wiltshire.10am-4.30pm (Sunday 10am to 3pm) Free entry. Information 01249 814439
Marlborough Community Choir Taster Evening Date: Wed 26 April, 7:309:30pm Venue: St Peter’s church Love to sing but afraid to do it in public? Come try out the friendly, welcoming, surprisingly good MCC! Everyone is welcome, regardless of musical
experience. No auditions, no sheet music, all parts taught by ear. For more info including fees go to
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Bank Holiday of Music 2017 Dates: Friday 28 - Sunday 30 April, from 8pm each night. Venue: Aldbourne Sports & Social Club Three nights of live music raising money for Prospect Hospice. We’ll have a number of acts on each night performing a wide variety of music from heavy rock to country to pop. For more information, go t o our Facebook page or visit our website
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Bedwyn Music Society Summer Concerts Martin James Bartlett on Piano Date: Fri 28 April, 7.30pm Venue: St Mary’s Church, Great Bedwyn Martin was BBC Young Musician of the Year 2014. Admission at the door £14 (£12 members) Children free. Info 01672 870970
Ramsbury Roxy A Light between Oceans (12A) Date: Friday 28 April, 7.15 for 8pm A lighthouse keeper and his wife living off the coast of Western Australia raise a baby they rescue from a drifting rowing boat. Tickets £4 from Ramsbury Post Office (until 1pm on film day) or £4.50 on the door. Bar and refreshments.
Brilliant Young Musicians Concert Date: Sunday 30th April at 7.30pm Venue: St Peter’s Church Marlborough Yume Fujise (violin) and Maria
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Tarasewicz (piano) play Elgar, Schubert, Thais and Kreisler. Tickets £10 (£8 for StP and MBG members)
Further Afield Bushton Manor Plant Fair and Open Garden Date: Monday 1 May 11am-3pm Venue: Bushton Manor, SN4 7PX To celebrate this 10th Anniversary there is to be a dedicated display of Garden Art which will include sculpture, painting, demonstrations and country style products. Money raised will go towards the upkeep of St Peter’s Church the Grade 1 listed building in Clyffe Pypard. Entrance £2. Children and car parking free. Further details www.clyffepypard-bushton.com
National Garden Scheme Open Garden Date: Wednesday 26 April, 11am - 4pm (last entry 3.30pm) Venue:Rooksnest, Ermin Street, Lambourn Woodlands RG17 7SB A 10 acre traditional English garden with car park, light refreshments, wheelchair access. Admission £4.50 (children free) All proceeds to Macmillan Cancer Support and other charities nominated by NGS www.ngs.org.uk
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Community Information These pages detail useful local numbers and community groups. If you have a group or society you would like featured here please telephone 01793 791104 or email aj@marlboroughtandc.co.uk
Local Societies and Groups Air Cadets (2293 Marlborough Squadron) Marlborough Air cadets welcome all young people aged 13-18 who are interested in Aviation and Adventure: Parade nights Tues and Fri 1900-2130 Follow us on Facebook www.facebook.com/ 2293MarlboroughAirCadets Email 2293@aircadets.org 01672 516811 Dance Classes in Marlborough Ballroom and Latin American dance classes, and for those with no partner Dancersize sessions. Please contact Amanda on 07882-882030 or email learntodance@mac.com for more info Depression Alliance The Marlborough and District SELF-HELP GROUP meets the first Tuesday of every month. If you’ve got depression, or know someone who might benefit from being part of our group, please get in touch. Call 0845 123 23 20 for location details. Stained Glass Lessons. Wed.& Thurs morning 9.30-11.30. Mon.Tues.& Wed evening 7-9. Suitable for all, learn stained glass or kiln-formed glass. Held at; Ogbourne St. George. Contact jeannette 07977 053363 or jet@jeannettetherrien.com Girl Guides Meet Tuesdays during term times at Manton Village Hall 1st Marlborough Rainbows, 4.45-5.45pm, Contact fryrachel@yahoo.co.uk 1st Marlborough Guides, 5.45-7.15pm Contact sianybubbles@hotmail.com Jubilee Centre Day Centre (Mon, Tues and Fri) and Drop-in Centre (Wed and Thurs - Lunch served 12.30pm £5.00) for over sixties. For more information phone Carole Walkeron 01672 513087 Kennet Accordion Orchestra Meets on Monday night from 7.30pm, in Froxfield and has a wide playing base of players from Swindon through Marlborough to Newbury and encourage accordion players of all standards to join and enjoy a varied selection of music from pop through to classics. The current Southern Area Champions and established throughout the region for its diverse repertoire. Contact Nigel Pasby A.B.C.A.(t.d.) L.B.C.A. on 07894032757 or email nigelpasby@gmail.com For more information go to www.kennetaccordionorchestra.com
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Kennet Badminton Club We are a friendly club fielding six teams in the Swindon and District Badminton League. We have accredited coaches, a competitive player base and a friendly social aspect. Club nights are held on Mondays from 7.30 pm to 9.30 pm throughout the winter at St. John’s Academy, Marlborough. New members are welcome. For more information please visit www.kennetbc.co.uk or contact Kennet Badminton Club Secretary on 01672 515526 Kennet Community Transport KTC runs a minibus with tail lift for people for whom normal transport is impractical. Contact the driver on 07850 356572 or Alexander Kirk Wilson on 01672 513861 Kennet Valley Driving Group RDA carriage driving for adults (16+) with physical disabilities. New volunteers and participants welcome. Sessions on Tuesday and Thursday mornings at Rockley. For more info call the Secretary, Maggie Lewis, on 0846 241 5396 or email kennetvalleydrivinggroup@gmail.com Kennet Valley National Trust Association Monthly meetings with speakers on a variety of subjects, summer outings to interesting places and social events. For more information please call Ann King (Chair) on 01380 727130 or Rhona Wilkinson (Membership Secretary) 01380 726433 Learn To Play Bridge Lessons for Absolute Beginners & Improvers Friendly club sessions also available Marlborough Area, No Partner needed Friendly relaxed atmosphere Please contact Andy Hill for further details and availability 01380 724725 Line dancing Meet every Tuesday (except August) at St John’s School, Marlborough Class runs 7-10 pm and covers beginners through to advanced Contact Tessa on 01672 520336 or tessahicks@btinternet.com Marlborough Accordion Orchestra Rehearsals on Monday in Wesley Hall Marlborough. Training Orchestra 6.30p.m. / Main Orchestra 7.30 p.m. New and experienced players of all ages welcome. M.D. David Watson. Contact 01672 512634 Marlborough and District Link Scheme Marlborough Link is a charity dedicated to assisting the disadvantaged members of our community, whether because of age, physical or mental disability, poverty or absence of public transport.If you need us, or if you would like to help please telephone 01672 288007. Marlborough Brandt Group MBG is best known for its 30 year link with and support for the Muslim community of Gunjur in The Gambia, West Africa. If you are interested in becoming a friend, volunteering or visiting Gunjur for an extraordinary experience please contact us 01672861116, or info@mbg.org or visit www.mbg.org
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Community Information Marlborough Choral Society Rehearses on Monday 7.45 to 9.30pm in Christchurch, New Rd, Marlborough. New members welcome, for more information Tel 01793 812175. Marlborough Concert Orchestra Rehearsals take place on Tuesday evening at Christ Church, New Road, Marlborough, 7.30 pm Anyone wishing to join is invited to make contact with the orchestra through the website www.mco.org.uk Marlborough Gardening Association Welcomes anyone with an interest in gardening. Meetings or visits most months throughout the year. For more information call Tricia Hayllar on 01672 512435, www.marlbga.org.uk. Marlborough & District Farming Club Meets every third Thursday of the month, September through to June, with a Ploughman’s Supper and a varied programme of interest to members. Meetings in Oare Village Hall 7.30 pm and four times in the winter at All Cannings. Open to anyone interested in country life Secretary Diane Strong 01672 563371 email dianemstrong@aol.com. Marlborough and District Concert Club Marlborough and District Concert Club was founded in 1980 in order to take advantage of some of the many first-class professional musical events available within coach distance of Marlborough. We arrange visits to concerts in Basingstoke, Bristol, Bath, Cheltenham, Southampton and Reading and occasionally London and Birmingham. We normally go to 11 concerts each year: orchestral, chamber music, recitals and opera. For more information call Tom Massey, 01672 516610. Marlborough and District Dyslexia Association The MDDA is a small, independent charity which has for the last 22 years supported local schools, hundreds of dyslexics and their families. Helpline 07729452143, website www.marlboroughdistrictdyslexia.org Marlborough and District Rotary Club Rotary is an International Organisation of professional and business people who meet every week for fellowship and service. Meetings every Monday evening at Marlborough Golf Club. For more information visit www.marlboroughrotary.org.uk Marlborough Bowls Club Tel: 07747 833436 Secretary Mrs A. Watts 01672 511335 Outdoor season April - October. New members always welcome, coaching and advice available Monthly networking breakfasts, see www.chambernews.biz for more info. Marlborough & District Lions Lions serve the local community by organising events to raise funds for local and national deserving causes. If you would like to join or need support please ring John Edmunds 01672 512650 or Karen Hilditch 01672 513282
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Marlborough Floral Club. Please come and join us....we meet at 2pm the first Thursday of each month at Mildenhall Village Hall. Guest demonstrators, and the arrangements are raffled at the end of the meeting. For more info please call Wendy Jordan on 01672 520129. Marlborough Freemasons Meet once a month in the Masonic Hall in Oxford Street. Far from the myth of being a “secret” organisation, members are openly proud of their membership, and of the work that the Lodge does to support local organisations and charities. More details from Secretary Steve Aubertin on 01672 513316 or e-mail him 1533@pglwilts.org.uk Marlborough History Society Founded in 2001 the Society celebrated its tenth anniversary in 2011. Meetings are held at St. Peter’s at 7.30pm on the third Thursday of most months. New members are always welcome. For more information call 01672 519338. Web site: www.marlboroughhistorysociety.co.uk Marlborough Macular Support Group Meet on the last Thursday of every month from 1.30 to 3.30 pm in the Wesley Hall, Oxford Street, Marlborough, SN8 1AP. The meetings are open to anyone with impaired vision. Carers are welcome too. For further details please contact Linda Chapman 01672 512471 Marlborough Penguins Amateur Swimming Club. Swimming teaching/training for ages 5years to Masters. Tues/Thurs/Sun at Marlborough Leisure Centre. Please contact Alan Crook 01672 512757 for details. Marlborough Police Station Enquiry Office is now only open Tues 0900 - 1700 (closed 1245 - 1315), Weds 0900 - 1230 and Thurs 0900 - 1700 (closed 1245 - 1315). Please call in to check if your lost property has been handed in, as well as report crime, traffic collisions, produce driving documents, and much more. Marlborough Tennis Club Based at Preshute Tennis Courts.New members welcome for social and league play. Coaching for children and adults. Contact Barbara Jones 516635 Marlborough WI Meetings take place on the 1st Wednesday of every month at Wesley Hall, Oxford St from 7.30-9.30. New members very welcome. For further details call 01672 514177 Mildenhall Gardening Club - New, very informal and friendly group, currently meeting at the Horsehoe in Mildenhall on the 3rd Wednesday every month at 7.30pm. For more information contact Milly on 07876 230 540 or millycarmichael@hotmail.com
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Community Information Pewsey Tennis Club A friendly club with first class facilities and coaching groups for all ages and abilities. Private coaching available. For more info please see our website pewseytennisclub.net or contact Martin Wright Head Coach 07855 887 568 Phoenix Brass Band Rehearsals twice weekly in Froxfield. Training Band on Saturday mornings. New and experienced players of all ages welcome. Contact Musical Director David Watson 01672 515176 Pilates classes Pilates classes for all levels around the Marlborough area. Please contact Caroline McCord on 01672 511360 or 07817503546 or caroline@backinbalancepilates.com Angie Sanders - Classes are held in Aldbourne. 1:1 tuition available, angiesanders2@icloud.com or 01672 540176 Pottery Lessons Adults:Mon.7-9pm, or Thurs.7-9pm Children’s: Wed. 3.45-5.15. Beginners and more experienced welcome. At Wagon Yard Artists, off London Rd, Marlb. Contact Jacqui 07773 271572 or jacqui.melhuish@btinternet.com Sarsen Songmen A small male voice choir rehearsing in Aldbourne (1st, 3rd and 5th Thursdays 7.30 pm), wide repertoire including Barbershop, occasional performances in the local area. New members welcome: contact MichaelReynolds on 01672-511199. Savernake Badminton Club Savernake Badminton Club is a small friendly club that is long established and affiliated to Badminton England. We meet on Tuesday evenings between 7.00 and 9.00pm at the Sports Hall at St John’s School, Granham Hill, Marlborough. For further details telephone Roy Turner on 01672 810208 or Barbara Jones on 01672 516635 School of Tae Kwon Do (P.U.M.A.) Classes are held at Marlborough Leisure Centre on Tuesday evening (7 - 8 pm), and Friday evening (6 -7 pm), and are suitable for all ages from 7 years upward. Please phone John or Carol on 01793 850410 / 07799 566805 for further information. Scottish Country Dancing Manton Village Hall - Wednesday evenings Beginner session followed by more experienced dancers.Contact Jennifer Parker 01672 515151 St Peter’s Church Marlborough A redundant church now managed by a Trust, featuring a Coffee Shop and a Craft Shop. The church is open daily 10 am - 5 pm, except Saturdays when it opens at 9 am, and on Sundays from March to December 11 am - 4pm The church is available for hire for exhibitions, meetings, lectures and concerts. For bookings please contact David Du Croz on 01672511725 or email at du.croz@btinternet.com T’ai Chi at Burbage Tai Chi is an excellent exercise designed to strengthen the back and improve general well-being. Open to
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men and women. New members and beginners are most welcome. Sessions every Thursday, 10-11am and 11.30-12.30 in Burbage Village Hall More details contact Anne on 01249 814071 or email chi@shadesoft.net The Friends of Savernake Hospital and the Community – A local charity helping people with health-related issues both at Savernake Hospital and in the Marlborough Community Area by providing grants of up to GBP10,000. For information on applying for a grant or on becoming a volunteer at the Friends’ Shop at Savernake Hospital, visit the Friends’ website at www.friendsofsavernake.org or contact the Friends’ Chairman, Janet Louth, on 01672 513868. The Merchant’s House This historic 17th century silk-merchant’s house at 132 High Street is being refurbished by a charitable trust. Regular lectures and concerts are held and there are opportunities for local people to work as volunteers or house guides. The House and garden are open to visitors from 1st of April to the end of October on Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturdays 10.30am-3pm and by appointment at other times. Become a ‘Friend’ and enjoy enhanced membership benefits. For more information contact Sophie Costard 01672 511491 Web site: www.themerchantshouse.co.uk Transition Marlborough aims to inspire and motivate people to work together, and support each other, in reducing their reliance on fossil fuels, building a stronger sense of community and so increasing our communities’ resilience. This will strengthen the local economy to create livelihoods for local people and provide a greater level of wellbeing for all. Our Hub group meets on the second Thursday of the month, usually at the Green Dragon, at 7:30pm. Do join us. For more information, contact Alexandra on 07771 347 379 email secretary@transitionmarlborough.org, www.transitionmarlborough.org University of the Third Age U3A provides learning and leisure opportunities in the Marlborough Area for those who are retired or semi-retired. For information on interest groups and membership please visit www.u3ainkennet.org.uk or email membershipsec@u3ainkennet.org.uk or call the Membership Secretary, Nick Swan, on 01672 519331. Watercolour Painting Classes Classes on Wednesdays 10.30am – 12.30pm and Tuesdays 7.30pm – 9.30pm With professional artist Colin Palmer at his studio in central Marlborough. Suitable for beginners and the more experienced. Call Colin on 07835 039 812 or colin@colinpalmer-illustration.co.uk for more details. Yoga classes for all abilities. Enjoyable Yoga classes in and around the Marlborough area. Please contact Lizzy Hawnt on 01672 841553, 07821 396 430 or e-mail hawnted.house@btinternet.com Yoga for Men Tuesday evenings 7.30pm -9.15pm for all abilities including beginners at Minal Village Hall,
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Community Information Mildenhall Please contact Jonathan Heath on 01672 513738 e.mail: jonathan@samtosha.co.uk
call 07855 026083. Alternatively do look at our website at www.littledragons.org.
Aldbourne Village Green A voluntary organisation managing a community orchard and running a twice yearly market for local bakers, makers and growers on the Green. New volunteers and traders welcome. For details contact Lesley on 01672 540180
Manton Preschool. Based in the heart of the beautiful village of Manton our well-established friendly Preschool provides exemplary education for 2-5 year olds. We are a “Good” Ofsted setting providing Rising Fives sessions as well as healthy snacks, crafts, singing, story time, French, outdoor play and much more. For more details, please ring 01672 516675.
Parents & Toddlers
Chilton Chicks Toddler Group Join us for a variety of crafts, toys, snacks, a cuppa and a chat. New faces are always welcome. Mondays 9.30-11.30am in the Chilton Foliat Village Hall (Next to the Wheatsheaf pub). Adults £1, Toddlers £1 & under 6 months are free. Call Liz on 01488 684526 for further details. Creepy Crawlers meet Fridays 10 – 11.30am at the Scout Hut, Marlborough Tel: 01672 811495 The Corner House Children’s Centre offering information, support, advice and activity sessions to families with children 0-5 in Marlborough and the community area. George Lane Car Park Tel 01672 513010 Great Bedwyn Playgroup Ofsted Outstanding Playgroup for 2 to five year olds, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday during term-time. Toddler group for 0 - 5 years olds, every Wednesday during term-time. Sessions include crafts, snack, story and music time, and outside play area. Great Bedwyn Village Hall, Frog Lane, Great Bedwyn, near Marlborough SN8 3PB Tel. 01672 870 179 or visit www.greatbedwynplaygroup.org.uk Home-Start Calling all volunteer parents....Could you help make a difference for young families? Many parents need help, friendship, advice or support during those early years when children are young. Your experience as a parent can help others. For more details contact Home-Start Kennet 01672 569457 Junipers Creative and sensory play for babies to preschoolers. 01672 890829, wwwjuniperscreativeplay.com Little Dabchicks Parent and Under 4’s group, meets Thursday mornings 9.30 - 11.30 Term time.In the Aldbourne Methodist Hall, Lottage Road Zoe - 01672 540439 Little Dragons Pre School Ogbourne St George Village Hall All children aged 2 - 5 years welcome at our well established pre-school held in a quiet village setting in Ogbourne St George. It is a warm, friendly environment where we are open Monday to Friday for mornings 9.05am to 12.05pm or 1.05pm (if staying for lunch) and all day Wednesdays until 3.05pm.For more information email linda@littledragons.org or
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Marlborough and District NCT We have an active group in Marlborough, with courses, events and ‘Bumps and Babes’ cafes. The cafes are an opportunity to meet other parents, grandparents and parents-to-be for a coffee and a chat. For more information contact nctmarlborough@yahoo.co.uk or go to www.nct.org.uk/branches/marlborough. Ramsbury Parent and Toddlers meets Wednesdays 10 – 12 in the Memorial Hall Tel: 01672 520961 Sunflowers at Grafton is a Nursery & Pre school for children aged 0-5 situated in beautiful East Grafton. Open from 8am-6pm, 51 weeks each year, morning & afternoon sessions are available. Sunflowers is community run on a not-for-profit basis. For more information see www.sunflowers-grafton.co.uk or call 01672 810478
Doctors
Ramsbury Surgery Tel:01672 520366 The Marlborough Surgery Tel: 01672 512187 Wiltshire Out of Hours Service Tel: 0300 111 5717
Leisure
Herongate Leisure 01488 682000 Marlborough Leisure Centre 01672 513161
Local Government
Marlborough Town Council 01672 512487. See www.marlboroughtowncouncil.gov.uk for full details of council meetings Wiltshire Council 0300 456 0100
Schools
Ogbourne St. George & St. Andrew C of E Controlled Primary School Tel: 01672 841318 St Michael’s CE Aided School, Back Lane, Tel: 01672 540434 Ramsbury Primary School Back Lane, Tel: 01672 520244 St Mary’s Infant School Tel: 01672 513101 St Peter’s Junior School Tel: 01672 513158 Preshute Primary School Tel: 01672 512754 St John’s School and Community College Tel: 01672 516156 Stepping Stones Pre-Prep School Tel: 01488 681 067
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Legal
It’s not all about winning Whenever someone is, or about to be, embroiled in a legal claim the first thought is, understandably, “am I going to win?” And, yes, of course that is an important point, but what is of equal importance is understanding what is likely to be won, how and the consequences. I say this because too many people without good legal advice think that they should claim for exorbitant amounts and even if a fraction is accepted by the courts they will have won, the truth is somewhat different, as the recent case of Marathon Asset Management LLP v Seddon and Others shows. Marathon Asset Management LLP brought a claim for misuse of data for a paltry £15 million against two employees who they claimed had copied files and retained them after leaving Marathon’s employment. I will not delve into the details of the claim, but a few details are worth noting. First, the claim succeeded. Well done. Second, Marathon were awarded £2 in damages (£1 from each defendant). Only £14,999,998 short. Not so well done, but still a win. But of course, this win will not have come cheaply; the trial lasted 9 days and the legal work involved in bringing a £15 million claim will have been substantial,
leaving Marathon with a massive legal bill, in the millions no doubt. But they won, so many will assume they can try to claim the majority of their legal costs from the losing side. However, this is where it gets worse, as the general rule is that a party winning nominal damages should pay the defendants’ legal costs, and there can be little question in this case that each defendant’s costs will also have been substantial. Just to drive the final nail in the coffin, in considering the legal costs it came to light that the defendants had made a £1.5 million offer to settle, considerably more than the achieved £2. The judge, Mr Justice Leggatt, called this a “game changer… Marathon’s decision not to accept the offer of £1.5m and instead to pursue a claim for what I described in the main judgment as “jackpot” damages makes it fair, in my opinion, to treat Marathon as litigating thereafter entirely at its own risk and potential cost.”
First, the claim succeeded. Well done. Second, Marathon were awarded £2 in damages (£1 from each defendant). Only £14,999,998 short. Not so well done, but still a win.
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Mr Justice Leggatt ruled that Marathon should pay all of one of the defendant’s costs from January 2014 onwards, this defendant had admitted liability before and returned all of the files. The other defendant, whose evidence about not copying the files the court had found to have been ‘false’, shall now recover 50% of his costs with regard the initial misuse claim and all his costs from February 2016. Massive sums. The moral is simple, winning is not enough, the importance of being realistic about what is likely to be won, bringing a claim on thatbasis and recognising what constitutes a good offer to settle a claim cannot be ignored in any legal proceedings. Alex Atkins DGR Law 01672 511797 alex@dgrlaw.co.uk
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Vet’s Column
Dealing wit h epilepsy If your pet has a seizure, stay calm! They will be unconscious and neither in distress nor in pain. While a fit lasts, do not touch them and certainly do not try to force anything into their mouth as you will get bitten. They cannot swallow their tongue and if they bite their tongue it will look horrible but it will heal. Instead, remove anything lying around nearby that might cause injury. Gently move them by using a blanket it they are in a dangerous place such as at the top of the stairs. Turn off radios and TVs and keep their surroundings as dark and as quiet as possible. Ideally your vet should examine your pet after a fit. It is important that your pet is examined to rule out the more common causes of seizures, such as infectious diseases, liver problems, trauma and tumours. If the fit has lasted for only a few minutes it is better to keep your pet quiet for a while before bringing them into the surgery, so as not to stress them out. If a fit lasts more than five minutes or there are repeated fits, then telephone your vet and ask to be seen immediately. Your vet may decide to take a blood sample, X-rays and scan your pet. She may decide to refer them for specialist imaging such as MRI scan or to refer them to a specialist neurologist. Alternatively, she may decide to simply treat them to make another fit less likely. Treatment is often started after the second seizure. Unfortunately treatment comes with side-effects, it involves giving
Unfortunately, the tablets can take a few weeks to work and for that time, the character of your pet can change.
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tablets every day and it is often life-long. Regular blood samples are needed to check drug levels. Unfortunately, the tablets can take a few weeks to work and for that time, the character of your pet can change. But they often return to their former selves after a few weeks and can live a more normal life. Unfortunately, the treatment only reduces the likelihood of another seizure and as the cause is not treated, the drugs do not exclude it from happening again. “Epilepsy happens. It can be dealt with. It is unlikely that your pet will be cured but most will continue to have seizures if left untreated. The careful use of medication will reduce the frequency of seizures and your pet will be able to lead a healthy and happy life. Your pet will not be worrying about when their next seizure is going to happen and neither should you.” The website www.canineepilepsy.co.uk is a fantastic source of information. Your vet should also always be happy to give advice. DroveVets
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Marlborough Veterinary Surgery 51 London Road | Marlborough | Wiltshire | SN8 2AJ Tel: 01672 512043 Fax: 01672 514746 Email: marlborough@drovevets.co.uk
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