EVENTS AND COURSESFebruary

Bridport - Introduction Class - £5 - All Welcome www.dynamicdance.uk. Also 9 and 23 February.

Lyme Regis Museum Friends illustrated talk in the Woodmead Hall, Hill Road, Lyme Regis, DT7 3PG at 2.30 pm. ‘Supporting Industry – Whatever the Weather’ by Emma Dyer. Members £2.00; Visitors £4.00 (£2 if you pay £8 on the door to become a member). All welcome! Tickets not required. For enquiries please contact David Cox 01297 443156.

Tatworth Flower Club are holding their first meeting of the new year at 2pm. We have a local lady to do our demonstration which is called, A Reawakening of Nature. Tea and cake is served afterwards for a donation and all arrangements are raffled. Doors open at 1.30pm, £6 for non members. Enquires, Julie Kettle 01934 248536. 3 February

Spiritato Producing unique, research-based performance projects, Spiritato avoid well-trodden paths wherever possible. The group actively seeks to promote forgotten composers and bring their music to a wider audience. 11:30am. Bridport Arts Centre, South Street, Bridport, DT6 3NR. 01308 424901. www.bridport-arts. com/whats-on.

Voices of Hope Beautiful songs from around the world taught in harmony. Group is accessible to all ages and abilities. £5 suggested donation per session. Very relaxed atmosphere, uplifting and fun. No singing experience necessary. Drop in 11am to 12am Borough Gardens Bridport near Buckydoo Square (benches in gardens for those who need to sit or rest) If it is very wet we sing in The Unitarian Chapel in the Garden on East Street Bridport Jane Silver Corren 07887675161. janesilvercorren@gmail.com

The Get-Together with Mama Tokus A joyful collective experience where you get to join in with the band. Uplifting gospel, soul, blues and funk numbers with the lyrics beamed up in front. 7.30pm The Beehive Honiton www.beehivehoniton.co.uk 01404 384050.

East Devon Ramblers 10.00am. 4.5 mile leisurely walk. ‘Around underwood moor’ Yarcombe. 01404-549390.

Bridport Bridge Club is inviting bridge players of all levels to come and join one of four free Open Day club sessions at St Swithun’s Church Hall at 2pm. If you have played some bridge before and would like to have a game in a small club environment this is a great way of getting back to a sociable game. For more information, please contact Roy on 01308 425298; email bridportbridgeclub@outlook.com or visit the club website - bridgewebs.com/bridport . Also on Friday February 10th .

Douglas Dare Milkteeth: A Homecoming Show 7:30pm Venue: St. Peter’s Church, Eype. Tickets: douglasdare.com/live.

Spiritato Classical Concert at Ilminster Arts Centre, TA19 0AN. Promoted by Concerts in the West. Spiritato is a pioneering period instrument ensemble with a love for little-known composers and challenging conventions. Concert starts 19:30, bar available. Tickets: £18 (free to under 12s. Students £5). To book: 01460 54973. https://www.ilminsterartscentre.com/music. Exploring Inks Workshop at Ilminster Arts Centre, TA19 0AN. Explore and experiment with the wonderful medium of ink. 10:00-13:00. Cost: £30. To book: 01460 54973. https://www. ilminsterartscentre.com/workshops.

3 - 5 February

‘Avatar: The Way of Water’ (12A) Friday & Saturday - Picnic Nights & Sunday Matinee Screenings, doors Fri/Sat – doors 6.30pm, screening 7.30pm; Sat – doors 1.30pm, screening 2.30pm, tickets: Adults £7.50, Under 16s £6.50. Tickets from 01297 625699, www.thegatewayseaton.co.uk or in person Tue - Thur 10am - 1pm.

4 February

Five Points Gang One of the most powerful and original upcoming bands in the UK music scene. They are said to become the biggest rock & roll band in the world. 8:00pm Bridport Arts Centre, South Street, Bridport, DT6 3NR. 01308 424901. www. bridport-arts.com/whats-on.

Climate Cafe, Seaton A respectful space where you can express your feelings about climate breakdown. A chance to talk safely and informally about what it means for you, and listen to others’ experiences. 10.30am - 12 noon, at Natural Worx Café, The Square, Seaton, EX12 2JZ. Contact Fiona Anderson fiona.anderson.01@ gmail.com.

The Friends of Weymouth Library’s talk will be by Kevin Patience, entitled “The True Story of the African Queen”. Talk begins at 10-30 a.m. and tickets can be obtained at the Library, costing £3 for non-members and £2 for members. Refreshments provided. All will be welcome.

India Sweets and Spices (12A) A charming comedy-drama from the producers of Crazy Rich Asians. 7.30pm The Beehive Honiton www.beehivehoniton.co.uk 01404 384050.

Sticks & Stones: A riot in Dorchester 1850. In 1850, on a wet February day in Dorchester, a violent disturbance over the Corn Laws culminated in the killing of a 19-year old youth by an irate farmer. The subsequent manslaughter trial at the Shire Court revealed a deep split in Dorset society and led to a verdict that many saw as a miscarriage of justice. In a talk at the Shire Hall on Saturday 4th February 2023 at 2 pm, Philip Browne will explain why the Corn Laws provoked such strong feelings and pitted Dorset landowners against free traders and the poor of Dorchester. This talk will remind us of a dramatic event in our town’s history that has been long forgotten. Tickets: £6.00 on the door or from https://shirehalldorset.org/whats-on/ Shire Hall Museum, High West Street, Dorchester, DT1 1UY

Cinema at the Warehouse Ilminster The Duke 7.45pm Warehouse Theatre, Brewery Lane, Ilminster. Contact details crisrainbow44@gmail.com

Bridport & West Dorset Rambling Club 7 mile walk from Burton Bradstock. For further information please ring 01308

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4 - 12 February

Compton Valence snow drops village hall lunches and teas Come and walk/drive through our beautiful village and see the stunning white drifts of snowdrops. (The village hall is below the church) open (weather permitting): 11.00am -3.30 pm Daily. To Book Please ring or email so we can cater accordingly: Tessa Russell Tel: 01308 482227 or email: tessa@cvfarms.co.uk Or Pippa James 01305 889338 m 07880882985. email:enquiries@dovehousedorset. co.uk Pre booked guests will take priority as the hall is small. In bad/icy weather we may not be open. Please be considerate of our village/verges etc when parking or ring us to discuss your needs so we can advise you where to go. We very much look forward to seeing you.

5 February

East Devon Ramblers 10.00am. 12 mile strenuous walk. ‘Winter warm up’ Trinity Hill, Rousdon, Combpyne. Tel 01395-567450. Modern Jive Tea Dance 2-5pm, Salwayash Village Hall - All Modern Jive Dancers welcome - £7 includes refreshments www. dynamic-dance.uk

6 February

Scottish Dancing in Chardstock. Evening of Scottish Dancing in Chardstock Village Hall 7.30 - 10.00 p.m. Tea and coffee provided but please bring your own mug. No partner required. Cost £2.00 Contact David on 01460 65981 www.chardscottishdancingclub.org.

Bridport Folk Dance Club dance sessions in the W.I. Hall on Monday evenings from 7.15pm-9.30pm. All welcome, especially beginners. Occasional live music, and always a caller. Musicians welcome. Tel: 863552 or 459001 for more information.

Hawkchurch Film Nights in association with Devon Moviola, proudly presents ‘The Lost King’ (108 mins, Cert. 12 - infrequent strong language, discrimination). Doors open 6.30pm, film starts 7.00pm at Hawkchurch Village Hall, EX13 5XD. Ticket reservations £5.50 from csma95@gmail.com or leave a message on 01297 678176 (socially-distanced seating available if reserved in advance); tickets also available for £5.50 from Hawkchurch Community Shop or £6.00 on the door. Subtitles for the hardof-hearing provided. Home-made cake and other delicious refreshments available.

The Stanchester Quire will be all at sea as we learn songs and shanties that illustrate how the sea has affected the lives of the people of the South West of England through the years. We meet at The David Hall, Roundwell Street, South Petherton, TA13 5AA, at 7:30pm and new members are always very welcome. In fact new members get the first two weeks free! For further details please email stanchesterquire1@gmail.com or phone Bonnie on 01935 822287.

Modern Jive (Leroc) Social Dance Classes. 7:30pm, Chideock Village Hall. £6 per person, Come with or without a partner. Beginners and Returners Welcome Every Week. www.dynamicdance.uk Also 13, 20 and 27 February.

7 February

Scottish Country Dancing at Ashill Village Hall Nr Ilminster

TA19 9LX every Tuesday evening 7.30 to 9.30 pm with break for drink and biscuits. Please wear soft , flat comfy shoes if possible. £ 3.00 per evening. All abilities welcome including beginners so why not come along and join us ?. Further information contact Anita on 01460 929383 or email anitaandjim22@gmail.com

8 February

East Devon Ramblers 10.00am. 5 mile leisurely walk. ‘Around Sowton’ Clyst St Mary village. Tel 07977-544749.

Colyford & District Photographic Club Come along to our Club nights 7.15 to 9.45 pm, every 2nd and 4th Wednesday, Colyford Memorial Hall, Swan Hill Road, Colyford EX24 6QJ. For more information please telephone 07753911751 or check out our website www.colyford-photographic-club.co.uk. Also 22 February.

Scottish Country Dancing at 7.30 at Church House, South Street, Bridport, DT6 3NN. All welcome, no partner required but please wear soft shoes. First evening free, thereafter £2.00, which includes soft drinks, tea, coffee and biscuits. Contact: Malcolm on 07790 323343. Check out bridportscottishdancers for more information.

East Devon Ramblers 10.00am 10 mile moderate walk. ‘Hemyock winter ramble’. Tel 07870-804711.

8 - 9 February

Fisherman’s Friends One and All (PG), Kilmington Community Cinema will be screening at the Village Hall (EX13 7RF). Doors open 6.45 film starts 7.15 on Wednesday. Matinee on Thursday doors open 1.45pm film starts 2pm, advance booking required for this matinee, cream-teas served during the interval but must be pre-booked with your seats @ £3.50. Pre-booked seat tickets @ £5 or £5.50 on the door. Tickets can be pre-booked by email: wattsjohn307@gmail.com or Tel: 01297 639758 see www.kilmingtonvillage.com/other-organisations.html for more information.

9 February

Janice and Jon A folk duo with a spellbinding presence, ‘Janice & Jon’s’ compelling storytelling comes alive through tight vocal harmonies and sensitive interplay between mandolin, bouzouki, and guitar. Cash bar. 7.30pm Shipton Gorge Village Hall. Tickets: £10, £5 (u18s), £25 (fam 4 – max 2 adults) online at www.artsreach. co.uk. For enquiries, call 01308 897407.

Chesil Bank Writing Shed Do you write? Would you like to be a writer? Whatever you want to write come and learn with our creative writing group. New writers always welcome. 7pm - 9pm, Portesham Village Hall. Find out more by calling Linda on 01305 871802.

East Lambrook Manor Gardens will be open for the NGS annual Snowdrop Festival on Thursday 9th February when all entry money will go towards supporting the NGS’s nursing and palliative care charities. East Lambrook Manor Gardens, Silver Street, East Lambrook, South Petherton, Somerset TA13 5HH. enquiries@ eastlambrook.com www.eastlambrook.com.

Chard Royal Naval Association The association will be holding their first social meeting at 7.30 pm at their new location of Chard Cricket Club (The Club House, Chard Cricket Club, Dening Field,

CHARD, TA20 1JL). where members will be entertained by Alan Hall speaking on the development of the ‘Somerset Wood’. Further information for those interested in joining the association (you do not have to be former services to join) can be obtained by contacting Chairman Paula Moon 07929291401.

Sea Shanty Sessions at The Marine Theatre, Lyme Regis. Join us and The Chantry Buoys, of Colyton, for an evening of sea shanties, and other well known maritime songs. Entry is free. Drinks will be available from the licensed bar along with soft drinks, The Buoys start at 7.30pm. Tel 07761 469676 Dance Connection movement for well-being £12, 7:15pm, Bridport St Mary’s CHH DT6 3NN, 07787752201, danceconnectionwessex@gmail.com

10 February

East Devon Ramblers 10.00am. 6 mile leisurely walk. ‘Coastal path and river Otter’. Otterton Green. Tel 07802-877978. Aftersun (12A) Paul Mescal (Normal People) stars as idealistic father Calum, whose holiday with daughter Sophie triggers bittersweet memories 20 years later. 7.30pm The Beehive Honiton www.beehivehoniton.co.uk 01404 384050.

Hunting the Hunter: Brian Lane-Smith Chairman of the Southwest Airfields Heritage Trust. An illustrated talk on the activities of American forces operating from Dunkeswell airfield during World War 2, drawing on a unique collection of photographs and some film, including attacks on German U-boats. Aspects of the construction and operation of Dunkeswell airfield also will be covered. Details on www.lymeregisu3a.org Guests welcome for a donation of £2. 11am at Woodmead Hall, Lyme Regis.

East Devon Branch, Devonshire Association The History of Seaton Tramway; Seaton Tramway is one of Devon’s best loved tourist attractions, operating narrow gauge heritage trams between Seaton and Colyton. Dave Rawlings will talk about its founder, Claude Lane, why and when he started building trams and the evolution of the tramway from its early days to the present. Dave will also speak about the original Seaton branch line from its opening in 1868 to closure in 1966; 2.30pm, Manor Pavilion Theatre Sidmouth EX10 8RP; contact Brian Ludford 01395 513232 or edevon.sec@devonassoc.org.uk.

A Great Trio of Talent Mike Denham, Julia Titus & Steve Graham at Ilminster Arts Centre, TA19 0AN. Welcoming back Mike Denham for the latest of his popular SpeakEasy nights. His guest is actress, poet, singer and songwriter Julia Titus, otherwise known as Ma Bessie. Among her talents is the ability to convincingly put over the songs of that great blues and vaudeville singer of the 1920s, Bessie Smith. On this occasion Mike, at the grand piano, will be joined on trumpet by long-time colleague, Steve Graham, one of the UK’s most respected vintage jazz trumpeters. Concert starts 19:30, bar available. Tickets: £18. To book: 01460 54973. https://www.ilminsterartscentre.com/music. ‘A Man Named Otto’(15) Picnic Night Screening, doors 6.30pm, screening 7.30pm, tickets: Adults £7.50, Under 16s £6.50. Tickets from 01297 625699, www.thegatewayseaton.co.uk or in person Tue - Thur 10am - 1pm.

11 February

Wille and the Bandits It’s rare to find a band as dynamic as Wille and the Bandits, one as comfortable and as impressive at both ends of the sonic spectrum. Best experienced LIVE!. 8:00pm. Bridport Arts Centre, South Street, Bridport, DT6 3NR, 01308 424901. www.bridport-arts.com/whats-on.

Bridport & West Dorset Rambling Club 8 mile walk from Pymore. For further information please ring 01308 898484 or 01308 863340.

Yarcombe Village Market 10am -12 noon – Fantastic local