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Town fears new parking charges could ruin economic recovery

by Nicci Brown A last-ditch bid by Blandford Town Council to have parking charge increases in the town reconsidered was followed by a reduction in the proposed charge for all-day parking in Stour Meadows from £6 to £4.

Dorset Council has also agreed that long-stay permits, originally not planned to be available for the car park – which for many years has been free of charge – can now be used there.

In addition to urging Dorset Council to continue to offer free parking in Stour Meadows, the town council sought a reduction in the all-day parking fee for other long-stay car parks.

But the new charges came into effect on 28 March, following an already strong local reaction to the increase in the town’s only on-street parking charges in the Market Place and Sheep Market Hill from 40p for 30 minutes to £1.50 for an hour.

The town council suggested a phased increase in the cost of all-day parking at a time when, in the current economic climate exacerbated by the current and likely future high fuel prices, any increase in parking fees would have an adverse effect on the recovery of local businesses.

In his submission to Dorset Council on behalf of the town council, Roger Carter said the sudden considerable rise would also increase the pressure on limited free residential on-street parking

and deter car park use.

“Even with the new flexible permit scheme, any increases will fall on people such as shop workers and charity workers, many of whom are trying to survive on minimum wages or are volunteering their time for no payment.”

Of the Stour Meadows car park, Mr Carter said: “Charges were introduced in this car park by NDDC and abandoned after a few months. Their introduction then caused, and will again cause, an overloading of vehicles on local roads by members of the community who simply wish to walk their dogs for an hour or those, including tourists, who prefer to walk into town.”

He said the free parking encouraged walking and exercise – in the meadows themselves, in the skate park to which parents often bring young children during the day, and on the outdoor multi-gym – and the charges would act as a disincentive to visit the town, materially impacting on the town’s ability to recover from the pandemic.

“Blandford does not have the ‘draw’ of Weymouth, Dorchester, Lyme Regis or Bridport, but until now has at least been able to offer some free parking as a small incentive to visit. Remove that and the vitality of the town suffers.

“Other than gaining some extra revenue, it’s difficult to see the justification for this and we urge the Traffic Regulation Order Team and Councillor responsible to visit

Blandford and talk to local councillors and local people.”

The charges at Stour Meadows came into effect one day after the others, on 29 March, but by 7 April there were still no payment machines or signs informing people they needed to pay by phone.

The town council has also asked that all parking areas subject to regulation should have payment machines that do not discriminate against people who do not possess smartphones, or are not technically competent, and for the continuance of a multi-car permit that can be used by more than one person and more than one vehicle so that they can be used by multi-car families, and shops and charities whose staff operate on a rota.

Cllr Carter says: “The vitality of Blandford, like all other towns, relies on many factors. Car parking charges are one of them. We are not a ‘prosperous’ community and, there being poor and infrequent public transport, the town relies on people visiting the town in private vehicles to maintain what vitality we have and to help generate recovery after the recent pandemic. ”The decision to increase charges and take away the only large free car park Blandford has will have a detrimental effect on this recovery and indeed could contribute to the current decline.”

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Care home residents ‘Come Together’ for Beatles event

by Faith Eckersall A Blandford care home rang out to the sounds of the Fab Four as residents sang and danced to their favourite Beatles songs.

The Beatles morning came about in response to the enthusiasm shown by residents at Colten Care’s Whitecliffe House in Blandford Forum for singing.

Companionship team member Debbie Easter said: “We decided to hold a Beatles morning, so everyone dressed up in Flower Power outfits and we had a great singalong of all the residents’ favourite Fab Four songs.”

The home has its own vocal group, The Whitecliffe

Warblers, who started the Beatles event, with some of their favourites including When I’m Sixty-Four and Hey Jude and then staff joined in with She Loves You and With a Little Help From My Friends.

“Residents remember the Beatles very well and picked the songs,” said Debbie.

“They thought the staff’s costumes and fake moustaches were extremely funny and had lots of laughs at our expense!”

The day finished with a special performance of Lady Madonna and Blackbird by kitchen worker and guitarplayer, Xander, and senior administrator, Kati Rigby.

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“We danced and sang our hearts out,” said Debbie.

“No-one wanted it to end so we’re now thinking which band to pick for our next musical morning.”

New store helps reduce single-use plastic and food waste

by Nicci Brown A new zero-waste food shop has arrived in Sturminster Newton and is providing residents with the chance to do almost their entire household shopping without the need for disposable packaging.

The Eco Market, in Sturminster House in the Market Place, stocks a wide variety of goods, from dried foods to oils and vinegars as well as cleaning, personal and beauty products.

Alongside providing a range of waste-free food, The Eco Market is putting a strong focus on buying plasticfree and eco-friendly alternatives wherever possible.

Joint-owner Caz Coleman said: “The environment and climate change and healthy eating are on everyone’s minds.

“We offer cleaning and food refills, personal and beauty refills, oils, vinegars, honey and oat milk on tap. We also have a great selection of homeware which is eco-friendly and plastic-free.

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containers, or we can provide them.

“They then weigh them and pick from a range of foods in gravity dispensers and scoop bins. We weigh the full containers again to see how much they are buying.”

The approach is perfect for those watching the pennies or buying in bulk, as customers can choose the exact

quantity they need instead of being regulated by supermarkets’ predetermined quantities.

For those who would prefer not to shop in-store, an online click and collect system is now available, as well as a delivery option allowing it to be accessible as possible. www.ethicallivingstore.com

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Barrington Court to host international photography competition for the National Trust

by Faith Eckersall A new competition for garden photographers has been launched to celebrate the beauty of the National Trust’s Barrington Court.

The house and estate near Yeovil will be hosting the International Garden Photographer of the Year (IGPOTY) exhibition in September and there will be a special category featuring images of Barrington.

The Trust says that the type of photo that will catch the judges’ eye will capture the former tenant, Colonel Lyle’s passion for exemplary craftsmanship and detailed design, whether in the

garden, the architecture or wider landscape. Images of the wildlife that make Barrington Court its home will also be welcome.

Senior Visitor Experience Officer at Barrington Court, Alex Learmont, said: “We hope ‘The Beauty of Barrington Court’ is a broad brief for anyone thinking of entering, but we would especially love to see people reflect architecture and craftmanship within the

garden and the wildlife that lives here – to echo the story of Colonel Lyle’s restoration.”

As well as having their work included as part of the exhibition at Barrington Court, the first, second and third place winners will receive prizes including a private tour, afternoon tea and signed certificates.

You have until noon on 1 August 2022 to submit your photos via the IGPOTY website. Full terms and

conditions (including image requirements) and IGPOTY competition rules can be found on the competition website www.igpoty.com.

From bottom, L to R: Roses on the Buss Stalls at Barrington Court ©National Trust Images/Chris Davies; Evening light on the herbaceous border at Barrington ©National Trust Images/Chris Davies; ‘The Stardust’ – overall winning image from Competition 15, which will be on show at Barrington Court ©Magdalena Wasiczek

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Unearth your undies to say ‘pants to prostate and ovarian cancers’

by Lorraine Gibson Time to hoist up your knickers as the Great Dorset Pants Fence cancer charity project makes a comeback after two years in limbo.

It’s been resurrected at Gorcombe Extreme Sports, Thornicombe, by the Ladies of Blandford Evening WI. Originally set up early in 2020, just two weeks before the first lockdown, most of the previous pants were lost to the trees during the 2021 winter storms.

Alice’s black silk hipsters still cling to the big oak tree and Beryl’s thong has never been found (the names have been changed to protect the innocent!); however, the banner survived and was looked after by Lewis and

the lads at Gorcombe Sports.

The Blandford WI Ladies, with a representative from Crossways WI, re-erected the banner and hung up the first of the new season’s knickers.

Now all the fence needs your fabbest frillies and brightest boxers, all of which will go on display to raise awareness of the symptoms of ovarian, cervical, prostate and testicular cancers.

While the underwearthemed sentiment may be a bit of a giggle, the message behind it is serious and two-fold, saying there’s hope cancer can be beaten and also to remember those for whom a cure wasn’t found in time.

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Gillingham Town FC needs you!

Established in 1879, Gillingham Town Football Club is one of the oldest in the country, but it’s now in danger of closing due to a lack of volunteers.

The club was in the national Western League Premier Division until four years ago, when it voluntary dropped two divisions to the Dorset Premier League, to concentrate on the move to its new ground, Woodwater.

Unfortunately, Woodwater came with nothing but problems. The pitch was unplayable, drainage wasn’t installed, facilities – including a grandstand, floodlights, clubhouse and gatehouse – were promised but never materialised.

But the club fought on, resolved most of these issues and this season gained promotion back to the Western League, Division 1, just one division lower than where it left it – an amazing achievement.

Now, though, the club could close because of a desperate lack of volunteers. After it lost a key person to ill health, Gillingham now needs to fill essential senior positions, namely: Treasurer, Events Organiser and Welfare Officer. It is also looking for people to run social media channels, to help with the clubhouse, and with fund raising and events.

In a bid to drum up support, Gillingham Town FC are hosting an open day at Woodwater from 2pm on Easter Monday so that the community can see what the club has achieved.

This is the last home game of the season, with a kick off at 3pm. Come along and see the potential in this incredible club. There will be no entrance fee for this game.

If you’d like to know more about how you can help the club, contact GTFC Chair Patrick Fricker, patrickfricker@tpllp.com / 07947 654796.

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Milborne Port Opera brings The Merry Widow to Somerset

by Faith Eckersall Milborne Port Opera is back with one of theatre’s most popular operettas.

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The country’s richest banker dies on his honeymoon, leaving his delightful young widow, Anna Glavari, with a giant fortune. Pompous ambassador Count Zeta plots to ensure that only a Pontevedran will marry the widow and get the money back, but who can he find? Step forward Count Danilovitch, aka Danilo, who is determined not to fall in love with her and the story flows from there.

The usual MPO cast will be performing with Chris Bailward directing, Caroline D’Cruz directing the music and Naomi Booth as choreographer. Several performers appeared in the first production of this operetta by MPO in 2004 and will be making it a belated celebration of the company’s 30th birthday last year.

The Merry Widow is on from 20-23 April at Milborne Port Village hall, 7.30pm. Tickets are £14 (concession on first night only) online at www.mpopera.co.uk or from Waynes Butchers in Milborne Port.

Jessie Stones and Anthony White, two of MPO’s leading actors, play widow Anna Glavari and Count Danilo respectively

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Some minor injuries units to reopen across Dorset after Covid pandemic forced closures

by Faith Eckersall The Minor Injuries Unit (MIU) at Sherborne’s Yeatman Hospital has reopened five days a week, but the similar unit at Blandford will remain closed until staffing issues are resolved, Dorset HealthCare says.

The reopening of the Yeatman unit, which closed during the winter Covid-19 surge, will see services resume from Sundays to Thursday Sherborne, Blandford and Portland MIUs were closed by Dorset HealthCare in January after staffing difficulties arose following pandemic-related absences.

Dorset HealthCare’s Service Director for Integrated Community Services, Jane Elson, said: “Our aspiration is definitely to have all MIUs working to pre-pandemic hours and locations. However, it has

been exceptionally difficult to recruit the staff we need to fill vacancies, and there remains a significant degree of Covid-related staff absences.

“We need to ensure we can provide a safe, reliable and robust service for people who need urgent care and treatment, and cannot do so across all our units if we don’t have the necessary staffing levels in place.”

She said the situation at Blandford and Portland would continue to be reviewed and that the county’s other four MIUs and Weymouth’s Urgent Treatment Centre (UTC) will continue as normal, with extended daily opening hours of 8am-8pm remaining in place at Wimborne’s Victoria Hospital to help deal with demand.

People are urged to call 111 first, rather than turn up unannounced. As of

Friday 1 April, Dorset’s MIUs and UTC are open as follows: • Weymouth Hospital Urgent Treatment Centre (UTC) 8am-8pm, Monday-Sunday.

• Bridport Hospital 9am-6pm, Monday to Sunday.

• Swanage Hospital 8am-8pm, Monday to Sunday.

• Westminster Memorial Hospital (Shaftesbury) 9am-6pm, Monday to Friday; 10am-4pm, Saturday to Sunday.

• Victoria Hospital (Wimborne) 8am-8pm, Monday to Sunday.

• Yeatman Hospital (Sherborne) 9am-6pm, Monday to Thursday; 10am-4pm, Sunday.

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Go-ahead for waste transfer site

by Nicci Brown A bigger and better waste transfer and household recycling centre to replace that in Shaftesbury Lane, Blandford, has finally been approved by Dorset Council planners after 10 years in the planning.

The new centre, costing £12.8m and similar to the award-winning facility built at Bridport, will be sited just off the Blandford bypass east of Sunrise Business Park, and served by a new access road off the bypass.

Work is now expected to start this summer, after the full archaeological excavation of an area where preliminary investigations revealed Roman burials and Iron Age deposits. The centre is due to be completed in the autumn of 2023.

The site was allocated after a thorough examination, which considered and ruled out other locations prior to the adoption in 2019 of the Bournemouth, Christchurch, Poole and Dorset Waste Plan.

The existing Shaftesbury Lane centre has long been considered too small, resulting in queues of waste vehicles waiting in Shaftesbury Lane to offload, temporary closures for waste to be transferred and members of the public having to climb steps to deposit waste and recycling.

The new centre will include a covered waste transfer station, with waste storage, sprinkler tank and pump house, and a split-level household recycling centre with vehicle unloading bays and partially covered central yard, a dedicated ‘re-use centre’, storage and office buildings, a staff parking area, weighbridge and landscaping including a substantial attenuation pond.

One of the key issues facing the designers was the location of the site, just inside the boundary of the Cranborne and West Wiltshire Area of Natural Beauty.

Richard Burden, principal landscaping and planning officer for the AONB, asked members of the council’s strategic planning committee whether there were enough exceptional circumstances and public interest to site the centre in one of the nation’s finest landscapes. He recognised that a reorientation of the layout had been a significant improvement, but the

centre’s visibility within the AONB was still considerable.

Cllr Jennifer Morisetti, a trustee for Sustainable Dorset, pleaded with members to stop the disruption to the AONB and archaeological site and to instead repair and enhance existing sites.

Project sponsor Gemma Clinton said it was absolutely in the public interest, since the existing Shaftesbury Lane facility was insufficient, too small to allow the isolation of different waste streams for efficient management, and suffered from long queues.

Its replacement would, she said, improve the customer experience considerably, and allow them and the local authority to reduce, reuse and recycle more effectively.

Councillors raised no major objections to the scheme, but questioned the lack of pedestrian and cycle access for workers and other sustainability measures including solar panels and rainwater collection.

They were told that the design to mitigate the impact on the AONB meant that solar panels on the main building and other environmental features would not be cost-effective.

There is currently no safe means to cross the bypass on foot or bicycle, but there would be when the Wyatt Homes development (still to be approved) went ahead north of the bypass. That development includes a primary school with access via an as-yet-unused

footbridge over the road east of the site.

Councillor Alex Brenton said: “There is a screaming need for a facility in Blandford, which has had a lot of new housing using the HRC, and the Wyatt development will be happening. The site is more part of Blandford, with houses drifting out beyond the bypass.

I am concerned that this ignores the fact that we are trying to push people out of cars to get to work but it is nicely designed, and the attenuation pond is a useful wildlife resource in its own right.

Despite reservations about not linking into the modern way of life, I am in favour and will propose.”

Seconding her proposal, which was approved by eight votes to one, Councillor Sherry Jespersen said there was a convincing case for need. “No-one is comfortable with a site in an AONB but I am satisfied it’s the right site, and the least intrusive that it can be.”

She urged that tree planting and landscape management at the entrance should match that now existing on the bypass, and asked that the one-way advisory route for lorries on the A350 and C13 should apply to waste lorries.

On 21 April, Peter Cox from AC Archaeology will be talking to the Blandford Museum Archaeology Group about the investigation at the site, which revealed “tantalising insights into life and death in the Iron Age”. (Blandford Parish Centre, 7.30pm, free to museum members/£3.)

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Gillingham students tackle the mighty Welsh 3000s Challenge to fund volunteer work in Kenya Three students from Gillingham School are raising money to volunteer this July in Kenya teaching and building classrooms for children in extreme poverty. This April 23rd Frankie Radford, Judah Radford and Matt Curtis will undertake the Welsh 3000s Mountain Challenge. The challenge is to climb all 15 of the mountains over 3,000ft in North Wales within the space of 24 hours, without using any form of transport. The trek, from start to finish, is approximately 33 miles including 14,000 ft of ascent. They are appealing to local people and businesses to sponsor them.

The boys have also organised a school disco for Year 7 students to help fund their volunteer work. They will be working with a school in Nakuru in Kenya: there the cost of an education is out of reach for many, so schools have been set up by local people, aided by project operator African Adventures, to give children the chance of a better future.

Trip participant Judah Radford says: “We want to take part in this trip because we think it will be a great opportunity for us to understand real world problems that are going on in other countries. We also want to make sure that we do what we can to aid those who are less fortunate than us.”

If you would like to donate to the boys’ efforts then you can do so via their GoFundMe pages here: Frankie: gofund.me/6db16ad8 Judah: gofund.me/632a59a1 Matt: gofund.me/191f2fa3

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Dorset’s newest countryside show springs into life

by Lorraine Gibson Dancing sheep, local food and rural pursuits are just some of the attractions at the county’s newest country show, which springs into life later this month.

The Spring Countryside Show throws open its gates at Turnpike Showground between Gillingham and Shaftesbury on 23 and 24 April with the theme ‘Bring Spring to Life’.

More than 50 exhibits, demos and must-sees promise a weekend jampacked with open-air and indoor fun for all the family.

Marvel at the countryside skills of the farrier, woodcarver, blacksmith, stick-maker and coppicer, and maybe try your hand at a bit of willow weaving.

In the ‘Rural’ ring, heavy horse logging, terrier racing, gun dogs and horseback falconry are the order of the day, and in the ‘Woodland’ arena the famous Dorset Axemen will battle it out against the clock to chop through vast tree stumps.

The Farm Yard has a funny sheep show, farm machinery and goat-milking, with the milk transformed into delicious ice cream!

And in the classic cars, military vehicles, autojumble and steam engines area, a high platform offers a fascinating bird’s-eye view into the inner workings of the massive machines.

Green-fingered sorts should head for the stunning show gardens, floral displays and gardening goodies, while foodies can indulge their passions at the cookery area with its local produce and recipe ideas in the Cookery Theatre.

A festival area with live music, even more food and local tipples will open until 10pm on the Saturday so visitors can enjoy a festival vibe under the stars.

James Cox, event organiser, said: “We’re so excited to bring this new country show to Turnpike showground. The arrival of spring is always such a positive time of year and this show embraces and highlights all the wonderful rural pursuits, traditions and talented craftspeople our region has to offer. There really is something for everyone to enjoy over the two days.”

It’s organised by the Gillingham and Shaftesbury Show team, who have the pedigree of bringing the renowned annual Gillingham and Shaftesbury Show to the county every August.

Tickets are from £8.50 for adults and £1 for children – but the prices will increase once a quota is reached!

To find out more, buy tickets, enter the gardening competitions or get involved, visit www. springcountrysideshow. co.uk or call 01747 823955.

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East Dorset Museum’s new exhibition goes interactive

By Faith Eckersall Remember the day Wimborne Town won the FA Vase? Or the way Shapwick and Witchampton celebrated the Millennium?

Reminders of these great occasions are just some of the fun and festivities of the last 70 years which will be celebrated as part of East Dorset Museum’s new exhibition.

Inspired by the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Year, the exhibition, which runs until March 2023, examines how local people have observed important local and national

events since 1952.

Members of the community in Wimborne and beyond were invited to contribute to the exhibition by sharing stories, reminiscences, photographs and memorabilia.

Celebrations include the Queen’s coronation and previous jubilees, local carnivals held at Wimborne and Verwood, The Magpies’ historic win in the FA Vase final in 1992, and how we marked the Millennium.

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There will also be an exhibition of celebratory pennants, designed by community organisations, on display after Easter, and May will see the exhibition of children’s portraits from the ‘Celebrating Ourselves’ competition.

Museum director Chezzie Hollow said: “For the first time, visitors will be able to ‘experience’ different exhibition elements across the whole site as well as in the exhibition gallery.

Interactive elements will encourage people to share their own favourite celebration memories, try different scents to discover what a celebration smells like to them and enjoy party hits from the past 70 years.

The exhibition is family friendly and is a fantastic opportunity for all ages to experience the museum in a new way.” museumofeastdorset.co.uk

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YMCA celebrates new store opening in style YMCA are delighted to have a new store in Blandford, and have been truly welcomed and supported by the community here. The official opening was held on Saturday 26 March at 10.30am, with the Deputy Mayor and Deputy Town Crier both in attendance.

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Vital renovations begin on Blandford Parish Church

by Nicci Brown Blandford Parish Church has taken on a quite stunning look as a major restoration project gets underway to repair the roof and much of the interior.

The scaffolding, which began to be erected in

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the entire building, and more went up inside the church in the middle of March, when the apse roof was removed and rotten joists began to be replaced.

By the end of the month, the roof scaffold was partcovered in tarpaulin, and there was scaffolding up the side aisle. The apse was being cleaned, and some of the main roof tiles had been taken off, exposing the battening and boards underneath.

The seven-month building programme to stop the roof leaking and repair some of the internal water damage includes repairs to high-level stonework, restoration and repair of damaged plaster inside the church, and insulation of the roof, funded in part by a grant of £664,400 from the National Lottery Heritage Fund.

A fund-raising ‘Tag-a-Tile’ appeal has been launched inviting people to pay £5 to ‘tag’ one of the new tiles, which will be used in place of those that cannot be reused when the roof is replaced.

Since the church has been under scaffolding, services

have been held at the Parish Centre in The Tabernacle, Blandford for Holy Communion on first and third Sundays, and for Holy Communion and Morning Worship on second and fourth Sundays. After Easter, an All Age Worship service at 11am will be held regularly on third Sundays.

On Good Friday the Journey to the Cross with Blandford Churches Together will start at Blandford Evangelical Church in Alexandra Street at 10am and be followed by the Last Hour at the Cross in the Parish Centre starting 2pm. On Easter Sunday a Dawn Service on the Milldown will be held at 6am, followed by Holy Communion at the Parish Centre at 10am.

The ongoing programme of restoration will mean that the church is also not available for the Thanksgiving Service in June as part of the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Celebrations, which is due to be held outdoors on the Langton Meadows on 3 June, and followed by a Jubilee tree planting in the churchyard.

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The BBC has reported that the MP for Somerton and Frome, David Warburton, has been admitted to a psychiatric hospital after news emerged that a parliamentary investigation has been launched into his alleged conduct.

The broadcaster reported Mr Warburton’s wife, Harriet, as saying he had ‘severe shock and stress’. The investigation by Parliament’s Independent Complaints and Grievance Scheme was announced after a story appeared in The Sunday Times.

Reports say he has denied any wrongdoing.

The New Blackmore Vale magazine has tried to contact the MP, who is reported to have lost the party whip pending investigation into the claims, for comment.

His website lists an advice surgery to be held in Frome on 29 April. It states Mr Warburton has a majority of more than 19,000 and is a Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts.

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Mere family fun day and raffle to raise money for DEC Ukraine Humanitarian Appeal help to someone in Ukraine.

Also, we have all been through such a strange time with Covid; I wanted to bring children and families in our area together.

“There will be various activities including: the Any Theme Hat competition, and Art Fun for all ages, toddlers to adults. Each entry will be just £1!”

The main fundraiser of the day is a raffle with a long list of wonderful prizes. Trudie has been amazed and humbled by how generous local businesses have been.

“There has been no hesitation, everyone is so keen to help,” she said. Prizes donated

include: a 32-inch Smart TV from Jeans of Mere; a £100 voucher from Furniture Box, Mere; tickets to Sculptures by the Lakes; a Cotswold Hotel Spa day; a voucher to Lakeside garden centre in Warminster; Hillbrush vouchers; £30 White Lion vouchers; and Bourton and Easter cakes from Whitney of Winibako and Victoria O’Brien.

Raffle tickets are on sale at Waltons of Mere and the Butt of Sherry: £1 for one strip or £5 for 6 strips. The raffle will be drawn at noon.

All funds raised will be sent directly to The DEC Red Cross charity.

If you would like to help by baking cakes or selling raffle tickets, contact Trudie Rowland on trudie3081@ gmail.com.

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by Katrina Ffiske Come to The Butt of Sherry at Mere, at 10am on Saturday 16 April for an Easter Family Fun day to raise funds for the Red Cross’s Ukraine Crisis Appeal.

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A while ago I read a little book entitled Facing Death, by an author wellqualified to write it. She was then on a journey through terminal cancer, and so wrote from the inside, as it were, not as a commentator on the outside.

Her experience makes me question my own attempts to “feel” the death of Jesus Christ on the cross, which we commemorate this Good Friday. I can begin to imagine the horror of it, and have seen enough portrayals in art and film to begin to experience the pain of it. But I cannot claim the experience as my own, and do not want to.

We – by which I don’t just mean those reading this, or those living in Dorset, but people all over the world – are currently living with tens of thousands of calvaries, as people die from the coronavirus and complications arising from it. And every day we see more calvaries as men, women and children die at the hands of Putin’s hideous invasion of Ukraine. I do not know how to “feel” their deaths. I do

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In the same way, we do not know what it was like for Jesus when he rose from the dead. What exactly happened that first Easter morning is God’s secret.

But we do know that the power or energy of his resurrection – call it what you will – reached his disciples, as they saw and touched and heard their risen Lord. And more than this, the experience of resurrection travelled to all his followers, and then beyond them to others who answered his call, until millions throughout the world experienced resurrection in their own lives. They still do. It is the point at which the deadness within us – the deadness of old sins, ancient grudges, bitter regrets, dashed hopes, broken dreams, fractured relationships and all the rest – is suddenly torched, destroyed, and we discover new life, new beginnings, the springtime of our souls.

So my message to you for Easter is not to despair. Nor to give in to depression or anxiety. God made life out of death, whether it is the death of a loved one, a community or even a nation. Such is the God with whom we have to do. Do not turn to God for a little help, a little support. Turn to him for resurrection. God does not want to be asked for a little. He wants to be asked for all. “Reckon yourselves dead,” says St Paul, “in order to be alive to God, in Christ Jesus.”

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Why new divorce law doesn’t mean the end of financial claims

by Genette Gale, Rutters Solicitors Recent changes to divorce law make it simpler to apply for divorce without apportioning blame, but they don’t negate the need to follow procedure and ensure that your financial arrangements are settled.

From 6 April 2022 it is possible to apply for a ‘no-fault’ divorce. This means the applicant no longer has to use adultery, unreasonable behaviour or separation as a reason for the application.

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Events Guide • The Marnhull Royal British Legion (Sodom Lane, Marnhull DT10 1HR) will be hosting the following events over the coming weeks: 16 April, Moonrush; 23 April, Jack’s Quiz; 30 April, Frank E Finn.

• Don’t forget to come on down to the Big Yellow Bus Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday 16 April between 10.30am and 12.30pm. Entry is free and it’s great fun for the whole family. With thanks to Shillingstone Co-op for supporting this event once again.

• North Dorset Railway at Shillingstone station are holding their annual Easter hunt competition on Sunday 17 April between 11am and 3pm at the railway station in Shillingstone. With an entrance fee of just £1, every child will receive a mini egg before starting the hunt. It’s open to two groups of children: up to 6 years old, and 6 years plus. Winners in each category with the highest number of correct answers will win a much larger Easter egg!

The starting point for questions will be from the station shop on the up platform from 11am. There is a café serving hot and cold food with a full range of beverages. A day out for the whole family, with a museum, signal box, station shop, and garden with good views across to Hambledon Hill.

North Dorset Railway is at Station Road, Shillingstone, Blandford Forum, Dorset, DT11 0SA. Tel: 01258 860696 (Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday only).

• Easter Sunday (April 17)

will see Nunney’s annual village Easter bonnet competition and subsequent duck race revived after the enforced curtailment.

Visitors will again be welcome to cheer their ducks along the Nunney brook.

Ducks remain £1 each, although prize money has been increased. In addition, a percentage will go to the Ukraine support fund. A range of drinks, home-made cakes and hot food will be available.

and easel in hand, across the county in an attempt to capture the sweeping majesty that surrounds us. His exhibition, imaginatively titled Where Buzzards Fly as High as Kites, is based on both local landscapes and studio developed work. This well-known former seascape artist will be hosted at Shaftesbury Arts Centre Gallery on Bell Street until 19 April. It’s open 10am-4pm every day.

• This Easter holiday, Durlston Country Park is full of egg-citing events to get stuck into, including spring seed-bomb making and ranger-led sessions including ‘Let’s Go Fly a Kite’ and ‘Dolphins and the Deep Blue Sea’. Artist Mark Page will be leading a children’s nature and woodland art session and a glass-engraving workshop for beginners and improvers.

Durlston’s Easter trail will take you on a route around the park to find the bunnies as they prepare for Easter.

For more information, prices and to book all events visit www.durlston.co.uk.

• Looking for something to do with the kids this Easter Holidays? On Tuesday 19 April from 10:30am to 12noon the Dorset Museum will be hosting an Easterthemed workshop. Create and decorate your own colourful Easter tree using twigs, branches and natural forms. These events are included as a part of your entrance ticket/annual pass or membership to the Museum.

The activities are ideal for children 11 years and under.

Children must be supervised at all times. For further information contact the Museum on 01305 262735 or visit www.dorsetmuseum.org.

• Someone once said, “a landscape is where you stand”, and Dorset artist Kim Pragnell (pictured above) has been standing, with his paints

• The Sherborne branch of the Dorset Wildlife Trust is holding an illustrated talk by Wren Franklin on Wednesday 20 April in the Digby Memorial Hall, Digby Road, Sherborne. The talk is titled The Wildlife and Habitats of Ryewater Nursery – 100 Acres and 40 Years’ Work.

The hall will be open from 6.45pm for refreshments, with the talk starting at 7.30pm. No need to book, just turn up – everyone’s welcome.

The Dorset Wildlife Trust will close local groups from April, therefore this will be

the last talk presented by the Sherborne branch. Entry and refreshments will be free as a thank you to all our loyal supporters from the past 25 years.

More info at www. dorsetwildlifetrust.org.uk/ events or contact lynnedoodney@hotmail.com.

• Benedict Allen will be speaking at the Sherborne Literary Society on Thursday 21 April at Digby Memorial Church Hall, Sherborne.

Doors open 6.30pm, starts at 7pm. (This event was rescheduled from 13 April.)

Part meditation, part memoir, Explorer: The Quest for Adventure and the Great Unknown is an enquiry into the mind of an explorer and what it means to explore in the 21st century. Explorer is the story of what led Benedict Allen to travel to the farthest reaches of our planet. It is also the story of why, 30 years later, he is still exploring, and of what it is to be ‘lost’ and ‘found’.

Tickets from www. sherborneliterarysociety.com or Winstone’s Bookshop, Sherborne.

• Thursday 21 April, 2pm, The Exchange, Sturminster Newton. With Happy & Glorious, Neil Sands and his wonderful West End cast are back to celebrate the 70 glorious years of Her Majesty’s record-breaking reign. This uplifting afternoon, coincidentally on the Queen’s 96th birthday, will bring back golden memories. £15/£14 conc 01258 475137.

• Raising Awareness on Climate Change: MidSomerset Quakers are holding a vigil in front of

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To advertise call 01963 400186 INTERESTED IN THE ARTS? This Spring, The Arts Society Blackmore Vale has some free taster places for its Thursday lectures: 5 May: Peggy Guggenheim 9 June: Georgia O’Keefe in New Mexico 7 July: The Artworks Top 20 Coffee from 10.30, lecture 11.30-12:30 Details on our website: www.theartssocietyblackmorevale.org.uk email sheilawilliams51@btinternet.com or phone 01747 840220 to secure your seat.

THE POTTING SHED’S PRE MOVING SALE 16th April 10am until 18th April 5pm. Plants, Pots, Statues, Gifts & Metalwork.

Princes Place, Dorchester rd, Yeovil BA22 9RH 07940 803927

BRIC-À-BRAC SALE (good quality items) on Saturday April 30 th @ St

James Church Longburton DT9 5 PG 10.30 am till 12.30 pm . China, glass , toys , jewellery, pots , pictures and much more

. Refreshments. For pancreatic cancer research

HOUSE CLEARANCE / GARAGE SALE Easter Monday 18th April 10am - 6pm 16 Deanesly Way , Wincanton, BA9 9RG Mobility scooter, Mobility car, Motorized wheelchair, wool / material / crafts furniture, kitchen equipment, bric brac.

QUICKSILVER LIVE AT THE CARPENTERS ARMS, Sherborne Friday 15th April 8.30pm COME AND SING CLASSICAL CHORAL CONCERT, 7pm on Saturday 23 April at St. Mary’ s Church, Bradford Abbas. Tickets £5 on the door REMEMBER ROCK AND ROLL, Listen, have a dance. Tea and cake Raffle £3 Tuesday 19th April 2-4pm vicarage school room Gillingham

BISHOPS CAUNDLE CHURCH “LAST NIGHT OF THE PROMS”, The Royal Marines Association – a quartet performing popular music. Saturday 2nd July 7pm, tickets £15.00 to include refreshments available from 1st May from Store, Winstone’s Book Shop Bishops Caundle Community (Sherborne) and Bishops Caundle Filling Station.

SATURDAY 16TH APRIL - BUTT OF SHERRY PUB MERE. Easter Family Fun with ‘any themed hat competition’, Easter egg hunt and lots more. The event is to raise money in support for Ukraine. If attending message Trudie on 07552 931624 or trudie3081@gmail.com

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NOW WE ARE 10!

Sherborne’s Independent Bookseller Celebrates 10 years Join us on Saturday 16th April to help us celebrate!

Meet The Gruffalo Children’s Story Telling Face Painting Cake!

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• On Friday 22 April at 7pm at Guggleton Farm Arts (Station Road, Stalbridge, DT10 2RQ), auctioneer Gordon Brockman (as seen on Antiques Road Trip and Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is) will be overseeing the sale of many donated works of art in a bid to raise funds for the relief of those suffering the consequences of the Russian war in Ukraine.

Guggleton has been delighted by the response from the artistic community to their ‘shout-out’ for donations. There will be a wide variety of work on offer directly from their studios.

Original oil paintings, drawings, watercolours, photographs and sculpture will be up for grabs from 80 of the region’s most appreciated artists including Day Bowman, Matthew Hayward, Patricia Burns and Rachel Sargent. Also on offer will be items donated by members of the public from their personal collections, including three prints by Charles Rennie Mackintosh.

This is a great opportunity to indulge your passion for art while helping a worthy cause, and there will no doubt be some great bargains to be had! Tickets for seats at the sale, which are free, can be reserved at www.citizenticket. co.uk/events/guggleton-farmarts/art-auction-for-ukraine The auction will be available at www. guggletonfarmartsauctions. com for a week prior to the

sale for pre-bidding, or for anyone who cannot make it on the night. Any items that do not sell on the evening will also be available to bid on for another week after the sale.

Online bidding pre-sale will be suspended 24 hours prior to the auction.

All proceeds from the sale will go to the Disasters Emergency Committee Ukraine Humanitarian Appeal, recommended by The Guardian as the most effective place to send funds from the UK. For further information please contact Vins Carey on 07770 476160 • Tickets are now on sale for Rock for Ukraine (Westlands Entertainment Venue, Friday 22 April, doors at 7.30pm), an event that will mark solidarity and support for the humanitarian and emergency response work in Ukraine and neighbouring countries affected by the refugee crisis.

The event will be raising funds for School in a Bag’s Ukraine Crisis Appeal and the Disasters Emergency Committee’s Ukraine Humanitarian Appeal. All ticket proceeds will go towards both of the charities, as will bar sales, and many of the theatre staff working the event have offered to donate their time too.

Rock for Ukraine gives you the opportunity to also show solidarity with Ukraine through the power of live music at a stand-up event.

Acts for the evening will include Bad Cowboys, IOU’s, Snakebyte and DJ Frazer Mitchell.

Adam Burgan, Arts & Entertainment Venues Manager, said: “Since the invasion of Ukraine began, I think we have all been horrified by images and

stories filling our news feeds and screens and feeling somewhat helpless at what we can do. Stories soon came through of multiple humanitarian aid runs leaving the South West. Something we can do is help raise awareness, show our support and raise much-needed funds that reach those in need and displaced by the current situation in Ukraine.”

The event is ‘pay what you can’, with a suggested ticket fee of £15. However you can also choose £10, £20 or £25 options.

Book tickets for Rock for Ukraine at westlandsyeovil. co.uk or call the Box Office on 01935 422884. You can also book tickets through the Box Office in person when it’s open.

• Oddments Theatre (a Christian theatre company based in Yeovil) is bringing its new production The Road to the Cross to St Paul’s Church on Friday 22 April and Saturday 23 April 2022 at 7.30pm. Written by Barry Boyton, it tells the story from Palm Sunday through to Pentecost; following the story of Jesus and his disciples as they embark on a journey together through the highs and the lows. It’s a powerful and passionate story of the message of God’s love to humanity. Tickets are £12 in advance from St Paul’s Church Office (admin@ spcsherborne.co.uk), online at www.oddments-theatre.co.uk or £14 on the door.

• Shaftesbury Library continues its fun Children’s Easter Holiday activities with a dragon-making craft activity and story time on Saturday 23 April from 10-10.30am.

Reserve a space at this free

event to avoid disappointment.

• Dorset Family History Society is looking forward to hosting a Family History Day on Saturday 23 April from 10am until 3pm at St George’s Church Hall, Darbys Lane, Oakdale, Poole, Dorset, BH15 3EU. Admission is free and parking is available.

Other Family History Societies and commercial companies will be attending and there will be research advice and a raffle. Tea, coffee and snacks will be available.

Please check www.dorsetfhs. org.uk as more details will be added and confirmed.

• On Saturday 23 April, come along to Sturfit Leisure Centre (www.sturfit.org) from 10am-1pm and take part in the fitness and family time fundraiser, supporting St Andrews Primary School, Fontmell Magna and the Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance. Cash donations are welcomed in exchange for tea and cake, bouncy castle fun, short taster exercise classes and more. For more information contact 07901 597129.

• Shaftesbury Library Lego Time resumes on Saturday 23 April. This popular regular children’s event is back! It is free and there is no need to book. A fantastic way to entertain children on a Saturday morning and develop creativity for all the family.

• Join the family and friends of Richard Batterham (19362021), as well as collectors of his pottery, for an appreciation of his life and work at 7pm on Saturday 23 April at Durweston Village

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Richard first began making pots at as a student at Bryanston School at the age of 13, and worked in his Durweston pottery for over 60 years.

The evening will include a short film, Richard Batterham: Independent Potter, directed by Richard’s friend and fellow Durweston resident George Young.

George will share his personal reminiscences, along with Imogen Batterham, Richard’s daughter, and Sarah Griffin, co-editor of the new book Richard Batterham: Studio Potter.

Free admission, complimentary drink on arrival and cash bar.

• The Shaston Social Club in Shaftesbury is holding a charity dance on Saturday 23 April, in aid of The Friends of Westminster Memorial Hospital 2022 Appeal. Tickets are £5, on the door or in advance from Shaston Social Club, Bleke Street, Shaftesbury SP7 8AW (01747 852348), from Shaftesbury Tourist Information Centre, or by email lynjean48@gmail. com. The bar will be open from 7pm to midnight, and music will be provided by The Sturminstrels and DJ Craig from 8pm.

• Sherborne Town Council’s Annual Parish Meeting will take place at 7pm on Monday 25 April (Digby Hall, Hound Street). Local organisations are invited to give a threeminute presentation. This is a public meeting at which all are welcome.

• The Shaftesbury and District Branch of the Royal British Legion has arranged a brief

ceremony at 11am on 25 April to commemorate the 107th anniversary of ANZAC Day at the Town Memorial on Park Walk, Shaftesbury.

A short service will be held at which the Mayor or a senior Town Councillor will lay a wreath inscribed from the Gallipoli Association on behalf of the citizens of the town. If you wish to attend please assemble at the Town Memorial at 10.50am and, if possible, wear a sprig of rosemary, a plant of significance because it grows wild on the slopes of the Gallipoli Peninsula.

• Dorset Council Foster Care Team will be at Shaftesbury Library on Thursday 28 April from 10am-12 noon. Anyone who feels they might like to embark on a new journey and challenge is welcome to drop in for more information.

• Anna Mcdowell, Dorset button maker and textile artist, will deliver her fascinating illustrated talk – Dorset Buttons: The Rise and Fall of a Cottage Industry – at 7pm on Thursday 28 April, at the Museum of East Dorset. She follows the history of this local cottage industry, started

by Abraham Case in the 1600s, to its demise 200 years later. There will be time for questions, and Anna will explain what is happening now to keep this heritage craft vibrant, including an upcoming event at the museum to celebrate 400 years of the Dorset button industry. In addition, Anna’s personal collection of original Dorset buttons will be on display, together with a selection of related items available to purchase on the evening. Tickets £7 per

person. museumofeastdorset. co.uk/project/dorset-buttonsthe-rise-and-fall-of-a-cottageindustry • In the folk-drama Mr Hardy’s Words take Wing (7.30pm on Thursday 28 April at Cecil Memorial Hall, Water Street, Cranborne BH21 5PZ), the musicians and actors of the group Wyvern take you on a journey back to the 19th-century Wessex of fated characters and mysterious landscape.

Magazines and newspaper articles that author Thomas Hardy recorded in his ‘Facts’ notebooks were transformed by him – using both factual and apocryphal sources as the base for his own towering imagination – to become part of his literary canon. These extracts, presented by Wyvern, with local traditional songs and tunes, bring to life Hardy’s inspiration.

The ancient Saxon kingdom of Wessex is Hardy’s geographical map, and its people are those on whom he based his characters. The warp and weft of life for ordinary folk is woven into his writing with sharp observation and a keen comic eye. Words take wing under the pen of the novelist.

Specific images form in poems, comic or tragic incidents direct his novels, historical and social themes suffuse short stories.

Wessex is a landscape criss-crossed by anecdotes, traditions and old beliefs, its region stretching from Cornwall’s coasts, past plains and heath-lands to the great cities of Winchester and Oxford; in the 19th-century a place of poverty and distress as much as an opportunity for advancement or happiness.

The ancient symbol of the

Wessex region is the dragonlike Wyvern.

Words take Wing follows Thomas Hardy’s ‘Facts’ notebook entries as they are absorbed into his writing; they can be uplifting, sadly nostalgic, informative or imaginatively comic - always observant and quirky. Join Wyvern’s harpist Sarah Deere-Jones leading the musicians and Martin Stephen voicing Mr Hardy as the group recount stories from and of Wessex, granted immortality by Thomas Hardy, enhanced by music, song and a backdrop of beautiful images of his world.

Book tickets online at www.wegottickets.com/ event/540542. For more information contact John Meriton on 07943 880454, john@johnmeriton.co.uk.

• Sherborne Library will be hosting An Introduction to Managing Your Mental Health on Friday 29 April from 3–4pm. Join Amanda Whitlock from Total Wellbeing Matters as she discusses mental health awareness. Booking is essential – visit Eventbrite online or call 01935 812683.

• Fancy a hit on a spring day?

Everyone’s welcome at the Wincanton Tennis Club open day taking place on Saturday 30 April from 11am to 3pm.

Come along to hit with a member or join in a free session with the coach.

Wincanton Sports Ground, Moor Lane BA9 9RA wincantontennisclub.co.uk.

• There will be a bric-a-brac sale in aid of pancreatic cancer on Saturday 30 April from 10.30am to 12.30pm at St James’ Church, Longburton.

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Now we are 10!

Sherborne’s independent bookshop will be kicking off its 10th birthday celebrations with a big birthday party on Saturday 16 April.

It’s been 10 years since Winstone’s independent bookshop first opened its doors in Sherborne and it has weathered many changes in the bookselling landscape. By being community focused, tailoring the titles it stocks to meet its customers’ needs and providing a first-class service, Winstone’s proves that indies can thrive.

Founded by Wayne Winstone in 2012, Winstone’s is an award winning professional independent bookseller staffed by knowledgeable, passionate staff. Winstone’s has three

stores, in Sherborne, Frome and Sidmouth, and has won UK Bookseller of the Year and South West Bookseller of the Year several times. The stores specialise in a wide range of titles with a particular focus on children’s titles.

There are lots of celebrations planned throughout the year, beginning on Saturday 16 April. There will be a visit from the Gruffalo, face painting and storytelling, offers on the best books of the last 10 years, as picked by Winstone’s booksellers, and a £10 Winstone’s voucher for any purchase over £30.

Winstone Books, 8 Cheap St, Sherborne DTP3PX. 01935 816128, www.winstonebooks.co.uk.

Green-fingered delights at the 20th Yarlington Plant Fair The Count and Countess Charles de Salis held the very first Yarlington Plant Fair in the courtyard of their beautiful home in 2002, and have been fundraising for local good causes every year since (bar Covid-ridden 2020).

Now in its 20th year, this is not just any old plant sale – specialist growers and dealers from all over the South West bring with them rare and unusual plants. The Yarlington House stall is also a big draw and is stocked with home-germinated and grown-on plants – many interesting and unusual flowering annuals and perennials, as well as numerous vegetable varieties.

The fair is an annual highlight for keen gardeners and also provides a special day out for garden enthusiasts.

There is the chance to explore the beautiful flower garden and walled kitchen garden, which will both be open to visitors on the day of the fair. The Count and Countess have lived at Yarlington House since 1961, and have developed the gardens over that time – introducing, among other things, a ha-ha, a sunken garden, hedges-on-stilts and, most recently, a beautiful wildflower meadow. The result is a beautiful combination of formal and informal areas. The walled kitchen garden is a short distance from the house and is cultivated to provide an abundance of fruit and vegetables year-round.

This year the fair will be set in the spacious park (to allow plenty of space between stall-holders). The fair runs

from 10am to 4pm with tea, coffee and cake available all day.

Entrance is £5 (under 16s free) and payment can be made by cash or card.

All the money raised goes to charity – this year funds will go to the Church of St Luke and St Teresa in Wincanton.

Yarlington House, Yarlington, Nr Wincanton, Somerset BA9 8DY.

New summer programme of things to do in East Dorset out now!

by Lorraine Gibson Ever fancied yourself as a detective? A life-drawing artist? Best-selling author?

Or a potter, perhaps?

These are just some of the things you can try your hand

at via East Dorset Heritage Trust’s new programme of events and courses.

EDHT is encouraging our readers to enjoy an interesting summer with a great line-up of activities that

includes coach trips to stately homes (even a royal residence), talks on the QE2 and The Great Plague and a murder mystery.

You can brush up on your holiday Italian, French and

Spanish and if fresh air’s your thing, there are walks around Lymington, through our stunning Dorset countryside and along the Jurassic Coastline.

So what are you waiting

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TURNWORTH DT11 Sunday 29 May 11am4:30pm. Friendly event for all the family: teas; plants & produce; bric-a-brac; music; kids’ fun. Free entry/parking

by Faith Eckersall Join the Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra in Yeovil for a stirring concert featuring music from the Upper West Side to deepest Somerset, with BSO Principal brass and wind players on Sunday May 29.

The ‘Homelands’ concert by the BSO On Your Doorstep players will feature a programme journeying to New York with Bernstein, Amelie’s Paris with Yann Tiersen, and rural England with Vaughan Williams and The Wellerman, with a few sea shanties thrown in!

This relaxed and friendly concert at Westlands Yeovil is specifically adapted for concertgoers with autistic spectrum conditions, those with sensory, communication or learning difficulties, families with young children and anyone else who would benefit from a less formal environment.

The concert starts at 2.30pm and tickets are from £5. Find out more at bsolive.com/events/bso-on-your-doorstepyeovil-3.

COUNTRY LINK SOCIAL GROUP. Fresh air, fun, food and friendship. Tel. Andy 01225 834834 or Val 01749 342918 www. country-link.org.uk FRIENDLY UNTUTORED LIFE DRAWING SESSIONS. All abilities welcome. Last Friday of each month. £8. 10:3012:30. Marnhull Village Hall Tel: 07766 311810 LYN’S BINGO AT MARNHULL ROYAL BRITISH LEGION on Monday April 18th. Eyes down 7pm

JUMBLE SALE – LYDLINCH VILLAGE HALL Saturday 30th April 2pm. Tea’s, Cake’s and Raffle “IMPRESSIONS” Exhibition at The Slade Centre, Gillingham, SP8 4AY Continuing to 7 May, 2022 Eric Bailey, Jane Barnard, Victoria Garland and Caroline Hughes Paintings, Ceramics and Etchings UKRAINE APPEAL BINGO at the Memorial Hall Wincanton, Saturday 29th April. Great Prizes, all donated by local businesses and surrounding areas. All Proceeds to go to the charities supporting the Ukrainian Appeal. Doors open at 6:30pm, eyes down at 7:30pm

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Downton is back on the big screen

by Lorraine Gibson I say old bean, tighten my stays, pass my pearls and inform the chauffeur that I need to hot-foot it to Christchurch to see the latest talking picture.

Yes, rejoice Downton Abbey fans – the avidly anticipated sequel, Downton Abbey: A New Era will stroll elegantly onto the silver screen at the Regent Centre on its national release date: Friday, 29 April.

Penned by Academy Award-winner, Julian Fellowes, the new film sees the aristocratic Crawleys embark on a grand tour to the South of France to uncover – with shades of Agatha Christie – the mystery of the dowager countess’s newly inherited villa.

All the favourites are on board, including Dame Maggie Smith (Countess of Grantham), Hugh Bonneville (Earl of Grantham) and Jim

Carter (Mr Bates), with new additions Hugh Dancy, Laura Haddock, Nathalie Baye and Dominic West.

Aware of accusations of cheesiness (which, by the way, have zero impact on Downton fans), Fellowes is unapologetic, telling People magazine “It’s an unashamedly feel-good movie.

I like the idea that people go into the movie and have a great two hours and then go out to have dinner. That seems to me to be a good thing. If we are

useful for cheering people up and giving them an easy time of it, that doesn’t bother me.”

The Regent Centre bagged the award for No.1 cinema in the UK for sales of the first Downton Abbey film, staging an unprecedented 52 screenings and welcoming more than 12,700 cinemagoers to make it the bestselling film in the theatre’s 90-year history.

They also received a personal thank-you from Universal Studios and were mentioned in despatches at their Hollywood HQ! No doubt Downton devotees will come in their droves for what’s guaranteed to be two hours of fun, finery and first-class escapism! This year, 58 screenings will run up until Thursday, 19 May. Tickets are £7.50/£7 concs from 01202 499199, www.regentcentre.co.uk.

The return of Wessex Morris Men Wessex Morris Men are pleased to report that they will be returning to a full programme of activity over the summer months after a two-year hiatus.

They’re ready to resume where they left off – two years older, but still fit and raring to go. During lockdowns, Monday evening was ‘Wessex’ night for many members, and while regular Zoom gatherings didn’t replace the physical practice, they did continue the spirit of aprés-Morris normally reserved for the pub. As restrictions eased, members met in small groups on driveways to practice, and eventually ‘normal practice’ resumed in September 2021.

Their programme sees them return for some regular bookings, such as the Sherborne Country Fair and the Bath and West Show, along with appearances at local folk festivals (in Weymouth, Bridport and South Petherton). The mainstay of their programme is the series of Monday evening danceouts, during which they take their art around the members’ locales, to entertain the public as a reward for their practice over the winter.

Wessex Morris Men were formed in 1957 as a ‘revival’ side to keep alive the recorded distinctive village traditions, mostly from the Cotswolds, for current and future generations to enjoy. If you would like to join them (to dance, or play the music for dancing), the best time is in the autumn when they start their practice season at Pulham village hall (8pm on Mondays).

The Morris Men’s season begins with their traditional outing to ‘dance in the dawn’ on May Day morning (5.15am,

Sunday 1 May) above the Giant at Cerne Abbas, DT2 7LA; then on to the village square for 7am, DT2 7JG. Their regular programme of Monday evening will then commence…

• 2 May 7pm village centre, Poyntington, DT9 4LF; 8.15pm The Mitre Inn, Sandford Orcas, DT9 4RU. • 9 May 7.30pm The Cross Keys, Sherborne, DT9 3BJ; 8pm The Digby Tap, Sherborne, DT9 3NS; 8.30pm Weavers Club, Sherborne, DT9 3EL. • 16 May 7.30pm village centre, Mappowder, DT10; 8.15pm St Aldhelms Church, Belchalwell, DT11 0EH; 9pm The Ibberton, Ibberton, DT11 0EN. • 23 May 7pm Crown and Victoria, Tintinhull, BA22 8PZ; 8.15pm Recreation Club, Chilthorne Domer, BA22 8RD.

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History

Invaluable family history research tips from Marnhull resident expert The Blackmore Vale Group of the Somerset and Dorset Family History Society kicked off its 2022 series of talks with a fascinating illustrated presentation from Marnhull resident, Adrian Bailey.

Adrian discussed the three main areas of interest for family historians – family history, the history of an individual house and the history of a village. His tales of ‘brick walls’ in his research brought many knowing nods from his audience!

The practice of houses in villages not being numbered – or changing names regularly – is an oft-encountered problem. In fact, even the Post Office does not have records, and the enumerators for the early censuses all

used their own methods for recording dwellings. Some lucky people have the deeds to their old houses, which are a treasure-trove of information. But for those who don’t, Adrian had many useful suggestions of different ways to tackle research problems, and there was much lively discussion.

For the Millennium, the residents of Marnhull produced a book about their village, written by the villagers themselves. The publication was edited

by Adrian and revealed many interesting stories. Not all the stories were verifiable, but that wasn’t the aim of the book. The Millennium Book was an updated version of an earlier book (1951), and Adrian has since written Where’s that to, then?, which is a

further update and involved him walking around and discovering hidden corners of his village. There is nothing like discovering things first-hand rather than on the computer.

The Family History Group’s next meeting is on Wednesday 20 April in The Exchange, Sturminster Newton, at 7.30pm and all are welcome. Another local speaker, Andrew Vickers from Okeford Fitzpaine, will be presenting ‘Some Famous Okefordians’.

There is a small charge on the night of £3 for members and £4 for nonmembers – and a very warm welcome for all! Further information can be gathered from Felicity Harrison on 01258 472942, blackmorevalegroup@ gmail.com.

A towering taste of the Romanesque Planning for a Jubilee street party?

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Walking past the Italianate church of St Mary and St Nicholas, Wilton, is always uplifting. “I feel like I have arrived in Tuscany,” guests say when visiting. The church is the inspiration of The Hon Sydney Herbert and his mother, the Dowager Countess of Pembroke, whose family seat is Wilton House. Together they travelled to Italy and, like many, fell in love with the country, so decided to create their own mini-Italy in the centre of Wilton.

The church was completed in 1845, replacing the medieval Church of St Mary that was falling into disrepair. It was designed by 34-year-old Thomas Henry Wyatt, a diocesan architect for Salisbury. As requested, he created a church in Romanesque Revival style, with considerable

Byzantine influence. The design is typical of Italy, with a campanile (108-feet high). The building is based on the basilica style of a public building in Rome similar to the Courts of Law. To create a true Italian style, materials – including marble columns – were imported from Europe. There is an important collection of 12th and 13th Century stained glass, much of which is of French, German and Swiss origin and was purchased at auction, with some of the glass coming from St Denis and Germain-des-Pres, Paris. The glass was possibly removed during the French revolution and later found its way into auction houses.

Nikolaus Pevsner, renowned architectural historian, describes the interior as ‘monumental’ and it really is well worth visiting St Mary and St Nicholas Church, Wilton. Take time out from life for a little peace and admire the many beautiful artefacts. Make sure not to miss the Byzantine style mosaic work in the Choir and Lady Chapel, executed by Gertrude Martin (started in 1908, completed in 1948) whose work can also be seen in Westminster Cathedral and the Houses of Parliament.

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Education

Providing the key to unlock potential At Leweston individuality and diversity are celebrated. Pupils are challenged to achieve the best possible success, be that in the classroom, on the sports field, in the concert hall or on stage. We are ambitious for them and they are encouraged to gain confidence by trying new experiences.

The school prides itself on its ability to unleash the potential of each and every individual; discovering and encouraging talents, whatever they may be, so that they can achieve above and beyond their own expectations.

We believe that education is for life and our aim is that all pupils leave us equipped with the skills to excel in a changing

world. Our educational model the ‘Leweston Learner’ helps pupils develop skills they can use across the curriculum, the work place and beyond.

Renowned for its academic success Leweston regularly achieves some of the best academic results in the county at both Prep and Senior level, but our focus is best demonstrated in our consistent position in the top 5% of schools nationally for value added. Whilst many pupils win places at the most selective higher educational institutions and colleges what is most important to us is that all find a pathway that fits with their ambitions and aspirations.

This flexible, personalised approach extends to our pupils’ families and we provide practical support such as freewrap around care, daily transport and a variety of boarding models to suit different and changing needs. As a through school educating children from 3 months to 18 years Leweston can offer continuity and consistency of care for the whole family as well as convenience.

To find out more join us at our Open Morning on Thursday 29 April at 10.00am. Visit www.leweston.co.uk or call 01963 211015 to book.

Lego, building the fun into learning All the pupils at Witchampton First School, part of Wimborne Academy Trust, decamped to the village hall to mark Science Week – by building with Lego.

With the theme of ‘growth’, the youngsters designed and created their own town, which included houses, vehicles, roads, trains, airports and woods.

There were 20,000 pieces

of Lego available during the day, which was organised by Bob Walker of Primary Workshop.

Headteacher Jo Hancock said: “With the theme of ‘growth’ our children were able to grow their own town out of nothing.

“They all loved building with Lego and it taught them many lessons, including the importance of collaboration

and communication.

“The children designed and planned their own parts of the creation and then built them either on their own or with others. It was fun to see the whole thing coming together and watching the children become totally absorbed in it.”

Liz West, CEO of Wimborne Academy Trust, said: “Science is an important subject and it’s crucial to introduce it as early as possible.

“I’m sure that through the day the children learned a great deal without even realising it.”

Join our Open Morning on 28 April at 10.00am to find out more about life at Leweston Co-educational day and boarding Prep, Senior and Sixth Form www.leweston.co.uk | 01963 211015 | admissions@leweston.dorset.sch.uk

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Church • Shaftesbury Quakers (Society of Friends). We meet for one hour each Sunday from 10.30am at the Quaker Meeting House, Abbey Walk, Shaftesbury SP7 8BB. All are welcome.

• West Camel Independent Methodists. We meet at All Saints Church on the first Sunday of the month at 4pm followed by tea. Other Sundays, evening worship is at 6pm. Contact 01935 850838 or Geoff.mead@ yahoo.com.

• Blandford Methodist Church. You are warmly invited to our Sunday Services starting at 10.45am.

The over 60s are also invited to our lunch club on Tuesdays and Fridays at £4 per person.

Please request your reservation by phone.

Everyone is welcome to our coffee morning on Thursday, 10am until noon. We are anxious to offer help to those

in need. Please leave your message on the phone and we will return your call within 24 hours.

• Our Lady’s Marnhull Easter Sunday, 9.30am Holy Mass.

• St Benedict’s Gillingham Holy Thursday, 6.30pm Mass of the Lord’s Supper.

Good Friday, 3pm Celebration of the Lord’s Passion.

Holy Saturday, 11am Following the Polish tradition, Blessing of the Food.

Easter Sunday, 9.30am Holy Mass.

• Anglican High Mass at Wimborne St Giles. The monthly High Mass is the first Sunday of each month at 10am. BH21 5LZ. • Coffee, Cake and Company at St Gregory’s Church, Marnhull. Every Thursday morning from 10am to 11am. Everyone is

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• Sherborne Abbey Monday to Saturday, 8.30am Morning Prayer; The Sepulchre Chapel.

Mondays, 9am CW Holy Communion; The Lady Chapel.

Tuesdays, 12 noon CW Holy Communion; The Lady Chapel.

Wednesdays, 10.30am Holy Communion with Homily; The Lady Chapel (alternates CW and BCP). Thursdays, 12 noon BCP Holy Communion; The Lady Chapel.

Fridays, 9am Ecumenical Holy Communion; The Lady Chapel.

1st Friday of the month, 9am Requiem Holy Communion; The Sepulchre Chapel.

3rd Friday of the month, 11am Remembering the Fallen (excluding Good Friday).

Saturdays, 9am CW Holy Communion; The Sepulchre Chapel.

Easter Services Good Friday, 12 noon Readings & Reflection; 1pm The Good Friday Liturgy; 2pm The Last Hour of the Cross Devotion.

Easter Eve, 8pm The Easter Liturgy.

Easter Sunday, 8am BCP Holy Communion; 9.30am Parish Eucharist; 11.30am Choral Mattins; 6pm Choral Evensong.

• St Mary Magdalene, Castleton Good Friday, 10am Devotional Service.

Easter Sunday, 11am Festal Mattins followed by shortened BCP HC. Sunday 24 April, 11am Mattins.

• St Martin of Tours, Lillington Easter Sunday, 10am Family Service followed by BCP HC. Sunday 24 April, 10am

Morning Service.

• St James the Great, Longburton Good Friday, 10am Devotional Service.

Easter Sunday, 10am Village Communion Sunday 24 April, 10am Family Communion • St Paul’s Church, Sherborne Good Friday, 9.30am All Age Worship.

Easter Sunday, 10.30 am All Age Holy Communion.

Sunday 24 April, 10.30am Morning Worship.

• St Mary’s, Donhead St Mary Saturday 16 April, 8pm Service of Fire and Light. The service starts soon after dark with the lighting of a bonfire.

Easter Sunday, 11am Family Eucharist with Rt Rev Dr Andrew Rumsey, Bishop of Ramsbury.

• St Catherine’s, Sedgehill Easter Sunday, 9.30am Family Eucharist with egg hunt.

• St Leonard’s, Semley Easter Sunday, 9.30am Sung Eucharist.

• St Andrew’s, Donhead St Andrew Easter Sunday, 11am Sung Eucharist with egg hunt.

• St Mary’s, East Knoyle Good Friday, 2pm Good Friday Liturgy.

Easter Sunday, 11am Sung Eucharist.

• St Mary’s, Sturminster Newton 1st and 3rd Sundays, 11am Holy Communion; 6pm BCP Evensong.

2nd and 4th Sundays, 9.30am Morning Prayer; 6pm BCP Evensong.

5th Sunday, 11am Benefice Holy Communion.

Wednesdays, 10am BCP Holy Communion.

Easter services Good Friday, 12 noon

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Church Churches Together – short service in Market Square; 2pm Holy Communion.

Easter Sunday, 11am Holy Communion; 6pm Evensong.

• St Peter’s, Hinton St Mary 1st, 2nd and 3rd Sundays, 9.30am Morning Prayer.

4th Sunday, 9.30am Holy Communion.

Easter services Good Friday, 10am An Hour at the Cross.

Easter Sunday, 9.30am Holy Communion.

• St Thomas’ Lydlinch 2nd and 4th Sunday, 11am Holy Communion.

3rd Sunday, 6pm Evensong.

Easter services Good Friday, 10am An Hour at the Cross.

Easter Sunday, 6.30pm

Evensong.

• St Mary’s, Stalbridge Easter Sunday, 10am Holy Communion.

Thursday 28 April, 10am Holy Communion.

Sunday 1 May, 10am Holy Communion.

Sunday 8 May, 4pm Evensong. www.facebook.com/ StalbridgeChurch • St Mary’s, Blandford St Mary Good Friday, 10am Messy Easter (ideal for children) • St Mary The Virgin, Charlton Marshall Good Friday, 2pm Reflective Service.

Easter Sunday, 11am Communion by Extension.

Sunday 24 April, 9.30am

Communion.

• St John the Baptist, Spetisbury Easter Sunday, 9.30am Communion.

Sunday 24 April, 9.30am Morning Worship.

• All Saints, Langton Long Easter Sunday, 11am Communion.

Sunday 24 April, 11am Morning Worship.

• Tarrant Keyneston Easter Sunday, 11am Communion.

Sunday 24 April, 9am Communion.

• Kingston Lacy 2nd Sunday of the month, 9.15am Holy Communion.

4th Sunday of the month, 9.15am Family Service.

• Shapwick

3rd Sunday of the month, 9.15am Holy Communion.

• Horton Church 1st Sunday of the month, 10.30am Holy Communion • Hinton Martell 2nd Sunday of the month, 10.30am Holy Communion • Horton and Chalbury Village Hall 3rd Sunday of the month, 9am Breakfast Church • Witchampton Church 3rd Sunday of the month, 10.30am Holy Communion • Chalbury Church 4th Sunday of the month, 10.30am Holy Communion • St John’s Enmore Green Easter Sunday, 11.15am Easter Praise

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Tools for writers in the Vale

by Faith Eckersall If you’re a writer and have never heard of Literature Works then read on!

As the regional literature development agency for our area, the organisation is on a mission to “open up the flexible literature artform of poetry and story, creative writing and reading

as widely as we can to the benefit of all in the South West of England”.

In practice this means a host of assistance, from the Free Reads scheme, to professional feedback for writers via The Literary Consultancy, to a range of courses and events. The charity creates and advocates for access to literature in

all its contexts, for everyone and for all ages across the South West.

Literature Works also holds shared reading sessions, which promise lively conversation and thoughtful discussion, and a monthly online reading group.

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Items for Sale FRIGIDAIRE LARDER FRIDGE A rated with 4 shelves 53” high x 23.5” wide, immaculate condition, no longer needed, £45 STAINLESS STEEL DIGITAL COMBI MICROWAVE OVEN, 30L as new no longer needed £65 Tel 07929 639692 FRISTER+ROSSMAN CUB ELECTRIC SEWING MACHINE Handbook and attachments buttonhole, hems, etc. Needs servicing.

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Politics

The importance of values and principles in global politics

Conservative MP for North Dorset Simon Hoare countries voted in favour, 35 abstained and 5 voted against. Those against were North Korea, Eritrea, Syria, Belarus and Russia. Yes, Russia was able to vote, and just as we have kicked Russia out of the Council of Europe so we should begin expelling Russia from the UN. It is an affront to the world that Russia continues as a permanent member of the Security Council. The UK should have nothing to do with those five countries who voted against condemning Russian aggression. India and Pakistan are numbered among the 35 who abstained from the vote. These are Commonwealth Countries, and their membership should be suspended, as should any aid/direct inward investment programmes. Our message should be simple – if you don’t share our core international values, don’t expect anything from the UK. Actions should have consequences. You cannot

run with the hare and hunt with the hounds. More worrying were the large number of African countries numbered on the abstentions.

Russia and China have recently been heavily focused on Africa, and we need to have a proper think about how the West responds to countering this creeping geopolitical influence.

My final point links to that above, which is the issue of Free Trade Agreements. Trade is not simply about the buying and selling of commodities; it’s also about whether we are comfortable trading with a country, and part of that comfort comes from a sharing of values and approach. I have called for the talks for an Indian Free Trade Agreement to be suspended. I don’t want to see all the attendant happy smiling faces and flags at an FTA signing with a country that cannot work out that

what Russia has done has no defence.

For some, the application of values, ethics and principles is airy-fairy; a naïve abstract unsuited or impractical in the ‘real world’. That’s a view I have never subscribed to. As we see the brutality inflicted on Ukraine (and by proxy the wider West), as the postSecond World War settlement is shaken up like a snowdome, so we must reassert those values that we believe are worth defending: free speech, a free press, democracy, rights, independent judiciary, the Rule of Law and an international order-based system. We have taken them for granted for too long.

We have believed their advancement was uninterruptible. They are not. We must stand and defend them.

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In a recent debate in the Commons on the war in Ukraine I spoke about a values-based political system. Values or principles are as important in politics as they are in our everyday lives. They help shape our outlook, analysis and approach to often-complex problems. They cannot be straight jackets because pragmatism and realpolitik must be in play; after all, politics is the art of the possible. Foreign policy can be complex, as Robin Cook and his “ethical foreign policy” soon discovered. In my speech I made a number of points, but I want to set out the ones that focused on the application of values.

First, Article 5 of the NATO treaty means that fellow members come to the aid of a NATO country under attack. It’s the principle of the Three Musketeers – one for all and all for one. Over the years this has been narrowly interpreted as only being able to act if the country under attack is a NATO member. But NATO does have the scope to act if it does not restrict its interventions solely to fellow member assaults and territorial invasion. NATO could, and in my judgement should, be able to defend values as much as it can defend territory. The invasion of Ukraine is as much an attack on our common values as it is an invasion of an ally’s territory.

Second, at a recent UN vote condemning Russian aggression, while 141

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Fundamental thinking is needed to avert current challenges Are we at a tipping point? So many troubles are close at hand: Covid still on our doorstep, hot war in Europe, every business, household and family being hit by energy prices, rising taxes, supply chain shortages and higher costs of imports. It can be difficult to remain positive. On the other hand, is this the moment we should do things differently?

The energy price crisis is making us think hard about driving and heating our homes. It is clear, though, that for those with the fewest resources this has become an existential matter. For Ukrainians the choice is “fight or flight”; for the poorest here the equivalent is “eat or heat”.

The spring statement tinkered

Mike Chapman on behalf of Liberal Democrats across the Blackmore Vale with the cost-of-living crisis.

Smoothing the numbers, playing shops and politics with the various taxes, thresholds, tapers and

clawbacks and keeping back a substantial contingency is the modern-day moral equivalent of a combination of “jam tomorrow” and “let them eat cake”. The present challenges are too significant for the marginal changes proposed and warrant more fundamental thinking.

The logic of a windfall tax or a bold cut in VAT remains strong. The former could deliver substantial revenue not subject to the vagaries of future economic performance and which could be used directly to fund a reduction in VAT. This would relieve price pressure across the economy and be felt immediately by everyone.

Big companies such as the energy giants invest where

they see a good risk/return profile not because they have unexpectedly large surpluses.

A windfall tax or the threat of it might even be used to pump prime further renewable energy projects.

Whatever happens, the poorest and most vulnerable householders need continuing help now in the face of sky-high energy costs.

The case for a wholesale, properly joined-up review of the Dorset Local Plan is just as strong. There is cogent thinking and wise judgement flowing through the Dorset Deserves Better campaign from Dorset Climate Action Network and Dorset CPRE. Another tipping point in how so such Plans are made?

In my determination to make progress on this issue, I have already requested an urgent meeting with the Buses Minister to address this. ‘Levelling Up’ is a fantastic idea and I wholeheartedly support it in its aims. However, it is my job to make sure that the Government seriously reconsiders these allocational decisions when it comes to rural counties like Dorset.

Not just for buses but other provisions too, and I am continuing to lead that discussion for Dorset.

Digital Voice – a programme by BT to replace the copper network for landlines with an internet-

based digital service – has been an issue for quite a few people. For many, this presents serious concerns over what to do if there is poor internet or phone signal.

I very much welcome the news last week that BT has decided to postpone the Digital Voice scheme for those who do not wish to take part. The cut-off date for replacement of the old copper landline network remains set

by Openreach at 2025, but I hope this pause gives our internet and phone providers time to properly address the long-term implications of Digital Voice and the solutions for those living in connectivity ‘not-spots’.

Dorset must be seriously considered in levelling up allocations The first tranche of the bus improvement funding has taken place this week, as part of a £7billion package to revitalise and bolster the bus service provision across the UK outside of London. It is highly disappointing that rural Dorset was not included in this first tranche, although Bournemouth and Poole has been included. The rural heart of our region is in urgent need of investment to improve our bus services. The current state of bus service provision here in West Dorset is simply not acceptable. They are a much-needed lifeline for many hundreds, even thousands of people here and I believe the scale of necessity

Conservative MP for West Dorset Chris Loder and inadequacy has not been properly considered when assessing which areas should be prioritised for funding.

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Tories: high tax and low growth Politics is about choices. In the Spring Statement, the Chancellor chose not to help people across the country with the cost-of-living crisis.

Let’s be very clear – he could have helped a lot more than he did. Inflation is pushing more and more of us into higher tax brackets. The Office of Budget Responsibility calculated that these surging tax receipts give Rishi Sunak at least £15bn more a year annually to play with, after debt servicing costs.

What did he chose do to?

Spend £2bn cutting fuel duty.

While this is welcome to many in rural Dorset dependent on our cars, it does nothing to help, for example, the millions without cars reliant on Universal Credit or the state

Greg Williams, on behalf of Dorset Labour pension. He callously left both with a real terms cut of 3%.

Politics with this government is also increasingly about deception.

The small change in the earnings point at which we

pay National Insurance (NI) from £10,000 to £12,000 is dwarfed by the £12bn a year ‘health and social care’ NI increase he announced just six months earlier. He taketh away with one hand, and then giveth a smaller amount back with the other. For graduates, though, he takes with both, through increasing their student loan repayments as well.

After 12 years of Conservative rule, taxes are now at their highest and disposable income is dropping at its fastest since the Second World War. Every country in the world is struggling with inflation, but the UK is unique in the G7 group of large economies to choose to increase taxes coming out of the pandemic.

Plus it’s the country in the

G7 with the worst growth rates. The Tories are the party of high tax because they are the party of low growth. They have no answer to the UK’s declining productivity, or the fact that international trade has collapsed by 12%.

We’ve all seen the columns from the local MPs hinting at more help to come in the autumn. That’s no solace to everyone being hit by increases in the cost of food and energy right now.

They plan to hoodwink you into voting for them again with a tax cut before the next election. That’s the most cynical choice of all. When that election comes and you chose how to vote, just remember how this government chose to leave us all struggling.

was as a porter in a cottage hospital while I was still at school and contemplating medical school – such as the two excellent examples in Warminster and Shaftesbury, which I have been delighted to support over the years.

More recently, the passing of my mother-in-law in one of our major hospitals when she would have better been cared for in a homely setting in the community prompted me to look at delayed discharges again.

Putin’s outrages continue unabated. Meanwhile, people locally are opening their arms to refugees displaced by that monster’s predations.

As I write, it seems to me that Putin has boxed himself in. Clearly his advisers told him what he wanted to hear

about the warm welcome anticipated from supposedly oppressed Ukrainians. Their resistance and resilience is truly inspirational – what strategists call the moral component in action.

What’s more, Putin’s disastrous campaign against a much smaller army has exposed profound military weaknesses. Bloodied and bowed, the Russian armed forces no longer seem impregnable. Adversaries abroad and within the Russian federation will be taking note.

Putin’s misstep will have big geopolitical consequences and none of them are looking good for him.

But a cornered animal is dangerous. Expect worse to come.

Putin must be on the back foot Covid appears to be taking another sweep through the population - including through me! The last few days haven’t been great but I’m grateful for my triple jabs, without which I suspect the experience would be very much worse.

I’ve had a good response to my delayed hospital discharges bill introduced a few days ago. It would tackle the long delays faced by predominantly elderly people in getting out of acute hospitals and into more homely settings in the community – such as home, nursing homes or community hospitals.

Twenty years ago I attempted something similar and the then-government did indeed bring forward a

Conservative MP for South West Wiltshire Dr Andrew Murrison similar measure the following year. It had some effect, but was overtaken by subsequent legislation.

My interest originally stemmed from support for community hospitals – my first experience of healthcare

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Letters • I read the letter from Revd Colin Marsh (NBVM 40, 1 April) with great interest. I live in Marnhull and often cycle to work in Gillingham during the week at the usual commuting times. It is a great shame to hear that bus companies are reluctant to allow bikes on their buses. I can understand that bus companies wouldn’t want too many bikes on the buses, but a sensible and practical policy surely wouldn’t be too difficult to produce.

I am a confident cyclist who feels comfortable riding on the roads even when they are busy, but I recognise that there are many cyclists who are less confident and for whom riding on the road is a daunting prospect. I would

love to see more provision for cycling in our area. This clearly means providing decent joined-up infrastructure like cycle lanes, but there are perhaps things some of us can do to help encourage cycling. For example, I would be very happy to ride for a less confident cyclist or cyclists to join me on my morning and evening commutes to help them build the confidence to do the ride themselves. Perhaps there are other NBVM readers who feel the same?

Joseph Edwards, Marnhull • I’m responding to the letter from Maggie in NBVM 40, 1 April.

As I’m exploring Dorset

parish by parish, Gillingham had to be included. Some parishes are larger or have more paths than others so the distance will be greater.

During the Covid shut down I had more spare time so was happy to walk further and take a picnic.

As Maggie doesn’t have a compass she could use a wristwatch. Point the hour hand at the sun and divide the angle between there and 12 o’clock (1pm during BST) and that’s south. She can work out the other compass directions easily from that. In case Maggie hasn’t mentally Brexited yet, I point out that there are approximately five furlongs to a kilometre.

However, in the interest of

simplicity, I suggest that Maggie and others do as I do and visit the Dorset Explorer website and (after juggling through the alternatives) print out an OS map of the parish with all the rights of way shown. It should then be easy to follow my directions.

Chris Slade • I am sorry that Maggie finds Chris Slade’s excellent descriptions of local walks so confusing (NBVM 40, 1 April), because he uses terms like “walking eastwards”.

May I point out that if she follows his instructions on the relevant Ordnance Survey map they make perfect sense, as the map shows the roads and rights of way he has used to devise the

It has been pointed out to us by a number of avid NBVM readers that the solutions to the puzzles in the 1 April edition of NBVM were incorrect… Here are the relevant ones:

Sudoko 9 2 5 1 4 6 3 7 8

4 6 1 8 7 3 9 2 5

3 7 8 9 2 5 1 4 6

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Letters walk. If she finds any walk rather too long, by consulting her map she will usually find a short-cut. A compass should not be necessary but she might enjoy learning to use one.

The OS Explorer 1:25000 maps are best for walkers. I prefer a paper copy but they can be downloaded digitally.

She can also customise a map centred on her postcode or GR by visiting os.uk/ custommade.

Geraldine Hobson, Hazelbury Bryan • I voted remain in the EU referendum, but thought that one advantage of Brexit would be that we would no longer blame the EU for problems of our own making.

Reading Roger White’s letter (NBVM 40, 1 April), in which he writes “Yes, there have been and continue to be complications arising from the implementation of the vote, but many if not all of these complications arise from the attitude of the European Union”, shows me I was wrong.

Gordon Lethbridge, Sherborne • Because they’re worth it (maybe) Oh to be on Camel Hill Now that April’s here Whoever wakes on Camel Hill Sees diggers everywhere.

No longer boughs and brushwood sheaf No hedges now in tiny leaf Can’t hear the chaffinch on the bough On Camel Hill right now.

And after April traffic flows Who knows if we will see swallows Feel vibrations over and over

Trucks trampling on the fields of clover And buttercups – the children’s flower Replaced by this great ugly tower So let the trippers speed on past They need to get there very fast Our sacrifice is not their worry Fill the car with gas and hurry At lease I know it’s all worth while Or maybe not – it’s still on trial.

(With apologies to Robert Browning.)

By Frances Turner

Cartoon by Lyndon Wall justsocaricatures.co.uk

• I must support Mike Keatinge for his brave stance in criticising what in my opinion is a highly exaggerated undertaking: to make heating Sherborne Abbey more sustainable – Sherborne Abbey: unique trailblazer in Dorset’s push for net zero emissions (online, 4 March, 2022). Its estimated saving of only 12 tons of carbon emissions per annum at a cost of some £233,000 surely cannot justify a government subsidy.

By contrast, that amount could have subsidised 50% of the cost of installing solar panels on 90 houses. 90 houses with solar panel arrays would reduce carbon emissions by a total of 1,000 tons of carbon dioxide per annum and additionally would generate free of charge to each house-owner about 1,500 kWh per annum of free green energy he currently pays about £400 per annum for from the grid.

The life expectancy of solar panels is 25 years and they require little or no maintenance.

I spent some 25 years in the coal, gas and oil industries and despair at the lack of imagination being displayed by the government in the choices they are making in respect of subsidies. I question Dorset Council’s role in this. They have already demonstrated a lack of knowledge by supporting the use of subsidies to install biomass boilers which produce more carbon emissions than coal-fired boilers of similar outputs.

Mike Joslin, online • On 5 May 2022 the people of Somerset will go to the polls to elect a new Somerset County Council, and their respective parish councils.

Those elected will in turn sign up to the Nolan Principles of Public Life. I hope they read and note their contents, No1 sets the tone of their importance, “Holders of Public Office should act solely in terms of the public interest”..

The first and principle aim of both sets of councillors will be to forge the

democratic link between the new Somerset County Council and the people they both represent.

The then Minister in his statement of October 2021 said it would be no top down restructuring, and it would be locally led improvement to local government. This in turn led to the One Somerset proposal to including Local Community Networks in their proposal.

Since the selection of One Somerset as the preferred option, the actual provision of some 20 LCNs linking the parishes to the new unitary authority democratically, has gone silent. I hope this is not the vested interests of the fifty year old failed governmental system which is holding up progress. It is up to all those elected to the new system to prove we are moving forward in a realistic democratic establishment

Colin Winder, Wincanton This tin has appeared on a dog-walking route in Pimperne, Dorset. The farmer puts out bins to help dog walkers dispose of their poo bags… Clearly whoever created this one has a sense of humour!

Anonymous, by email

The copy deadline is the Wednesday the week before publication.

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Puzzles Arrow words

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Joker

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The Emirates (inits)

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Antiques & Collectibles

Acreman Street Antiques Acreman Street Antiques in Sherborne has been busy getting ready for its specialist coin and banknote auction on 22 April (the catalogue is available to view on easyliveauction.com) as well as the general antiques, fine art and collectors sale on 29 April.

With the arrival of spring and some early warmth and sunshine, people are starting to think about tidying up their gardens. There’s a large selection of garden furniture, pots and figures in Acreman’s upcoming general sale. Of particular note is a large-scale antique Lister steam engine and pump, mounted on wheels and estimated at £200-300.

There’s also a fabulous collection of around 100 vesta cases; a number of antique air-twist glasses, including rummers; a collection of antique framed horse racing prints; and the usual furniture, jewellery, silver and watches, including entries being sold on behalf of the Yeovil Hospital Charity Breast Cancer Unit Appeal.

Make sure to note 20 May in your diary, when Acreman holds its specialist textile, fashion and apparel auction.

There’s also the regular general antiques auction at the end of the month.

Acreman Street Antiques is very happy to advise on any items you may

Jewellery and watches Valuation Day on Tuesday 3rd May

be wishing to enter into auction. Its knowledgeable staff can also make home visits and arrange house clearances where required.

If you have any enquires, contact Gill Norman on 07908 333577/01935 508764, or email auction@ acremanstreetantiques.co.uk.

Forthcoming Auction

Automobilia Auction: Wednesday 27 April at 10:30am Viewing: Monday 25 April 10am to 4pm Tuesday 26 April 10am to 4pm

Already consigned: Yachting Chronograph Gentleman’s Stainless Steel Wrist Watch | £800 - £1,200 A Victorian Sapphire Diamond and Cultured Pearl Brooch/Pendant | Estimate on Request Rolex Oyster Precision Gentleman’s Stainless Steel Wrist Watch | £500 - £1,000 Brewery Square Dorchester Dorset DT1 1GA www.dukes-auctions.com

Please book with Victoria to avoid disappointment 01305 265080 victoria.wild@dukes-auctions.com

Dore & Rees, Auction Salerooms, Vicarage Street, Frome BA11 1PU

01373 462 257 doreandrees.com

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Just Like the Old Days

WALTON HOUSE A P A WALTON S T I M EHOUSE S ANTIQUES Of Sherborne (near the Abbey) REQUEST THE PLEASURE OF YOUR CO REQUEST THE PLEASURE OF

THE PLEASURE OF YOUR COMPANY AT OUR Thirty years REQUEST of dealing in antique and YOUR COMPANY AT OUR Collectible Toys.

SPRING SHOW AND SATURDAY 30th Apr SPRING SHOW AND PARTY Top prices paid for all types of model SPRING SHOW railway, die cast cars, early Action 10am -6pm SATURDAY 30th April 2022 Man and Star Wars, Scalextric, AND PARTY Meccano, unmade Airfix kits etc.

10am -6pmSATURDAY 30th April 2022 WILTSHIRE BA Those magical makes; Hornby, Dinky, THE SQUARE, MERE,

10am -6pmTelephone: 01747 860050 Triang, Spot-On, Corgi, Subbuteo, Britains, Timpo plusTHE plusSQUARE, plus MERE, WILTSHIRE BA12 6DL Email: info@waltonhouseantiques.co WALTON HOUSE ANTIQUES WALTON HOUSE ANTIQUES Telephone: 01747 860050 www.waltonhouseantiques.co.uk THE SQUARE, MERE, WILTSHIRE REQUEST THE PLEASURE OF YOUR COMPANY AT OUR REQUEST THE PLEASURE OF YOUR COMPANY AT OUR Email: info@waltonhouseantiques.co.uk BA12 6DL Telephone; 01935 816 072.

SPRING SHOW AND PARTY SPRING SHOW AND PARTY Telephone: 01747 860050 www.waltonhouseantiques.co.uk Mobile; 07527 074 343 SATURDAY 30th April 2022 SATURDAY 30th April 2022

Email: info@waltonhouseantiques.co.uk 10am -6pm 10am -6pm www.waltonhouseantiques.co.uk THE SQUARE, MERE, WILTSHIRE BA12 6DL

COVID SAFE

Clarke’s Auctions

Auctioneers & Valuers

Antiques & Collectibles Friday 13th and Saturday 14th May 2022

Telephone: 01747 860050 Email: info@waltonhouseantiques.co.uk www.waltonhouseantiques.co.uk

THE SQUARE, MERE, WILTSHIRE BA12 6DL Telephone: 01747 860050 Email: info@waltonhouseantiques.co.uk www.waltonhouseantiques.co.uk

ACREMAN ST. ANTIQUES AUCTION SHERBORNE

COINS & BANKNOTES AUCTION Friday 22nd April 10am

GENERAL ANTIQUES & COLLECTORS AUCTION Friday 29th April 10am online through Saleroom.Com & easyliveauction.com

Part of a collection of 18th & 19th century ivory Objets de vertu. Sold collectively for £12,500.

Units 1 & 2 Kingsettle Business Park, Station Road, Semley, Shaftesbury SP7 9BU

01747 855109

enquiries@clarkesauctions.co.uk clarkesauctions.co.uk

We are still accepting items for our April auction For all enquiries please contact Gill Norman on 07908 333577 or 01935 508764 auction@acremanstreetantiques.co.uk

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Antiques & Collectibles GOOD CONDITION VINYL RECORDS WANTED Larger collections preferred No classical please, cash paid 07831-266478

ANTIQUES WANTED furniture paintings glassware ceramics studio pottery Asian art, records call Jerry 07906 530054

WE BUY RECORDS, COLLECTIONS LARGE AND SMALL Call BILL 07967 816506 or 01747 811100 Email: bill@tunes.co.uk

Antique & Classic Clock Repairs & Restoration Longcase Clocks a speciality Antique Clock sales

Clocks Unlimited

Tel: (01935) 423233 Mobile: 07974 520545 bclocksunlimited@aol.com www.clocksunlimited.co.uk

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Green Goddess goes on sale

Duke’s is excited to announce it will be offering a private collection of the late Lance Corporal Dennis Jones within its militaria auction on 14 May, at the Tank Museum, Bovington, where Jones joined the Junior Leaders in 1963. He subsequently joined the Band of the 5th Royal Inniskilling Dragoon Guards and went on to serve in Aden, Benghazi, Cyprus, Malta, Ethiopia and the UK and then retired in Germany. His collection has been stored at his home in St Barthelemy in France, which played a pivotal role in the Battle of Mortain in July 1944. The land was a battlefield between the Americans and the Germans, with the British Typhoons giving aerial support, repelling the German tanks heading towards Avranches.

The collection will include a variety of helmets, uniforms, bayonets, headdress, a military Land Rover, a B31 motorbike and ‘The Green Goddess’ – a military fire engine in impeccable condition.

Find more information on the Duke’s website www. dukes-auctions.com. For a free and confidential valuation, please contact Julian Smith, Head of Sale, by telephone on 01305 265080 or email at julian.smith@dukes-auctions.com

Free Valuations, Shaftesbury Office

A Chinese yellow jade censer.

SOLD FOR £48,000

5th & 6th November

28th October

5th & 6th November

Specialist Free Valuation Days 5th May 6th July

29th June

• Entries invited for

our forthcoming Specialist sales • Catalogues available online • Full calendar of Specialist sales A Chinese zu jin or chuk kam 24ct gold hinged bangle £4,500.

SOLD FOR £4,500 Station Road, Semley, Shaftesbury, Dorset SP7 9AN 01747 855 122 www.semleyauctioneers.com Offices in Dorset, Wiltshire and London

Monday 12th Pictures, Maps, Books Free Valuation Days& Postcards

Tuesday Silver, Jewellery, Clocks Model13th Cars, Trains, DollsWatches & Toys&19th

Wednesday 14th Model Cars, Trains, Dolls & Toys

Coins, Medals, Militaria & Stamps 20th Silver, Jewellery & Watches 21st Friday 16th Asian Ceramics & Works of Art Pictures, Prints, Maps & Books 22nd Classic Motorcycle Auction 28th October June 29th Classic Motorcycle Auction Classic Car Auction 11th November July 6th Classic & Vintage Car Auction Further entries now being accepted at Haynes, Further Entries Now Invited Thursday 15th Medals, Militaria, Coins & Stamps

The Long Street Salerooms Sherborne DT9 3BS

The Long Street Salerooms Sherborne DT9 3BS r XXX DIBSUFSIPVTF BVDUJPO DPN 01935 812277 • www.charterhouse-auction.com

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Home & Garden

The Blue Tulips guide to garden Design, part 2: conceptual design In the last issue we created a number of initial design ideas. This week we will use these to create two strong conceptual designs.

Revisit your working drawings and focus on the lines, shapes and scale that you find most pleasing. Do you prefer curved or straight lines? Squares and rectangles or circles and ovals? Which of your working drawings has the best proportion of hard landscaping, lawn and flower beds?

The reason I recommend that you have two concepts at this point is to allow you to consider both layouts in terms of aesthetics and cost. The size of the hard landscaping areas will determine the main cost of the project, both in materials and labour.

It is now time to either choose

between the two strong conceptual designs or to create a final drawing by combining elements from both concepts.

Your decision at this stage may be dictated by your budget.

We also need to look at material choices and add guidance details.

The colour of hard landscaping materials need to complement your property and its surroundings. If you’re going for stone, your stone choices are sandstone (soft), limestone (hard) or porcelain, which has a smooth finish.

Decking choices are softwood (light) or hardwood (dark), or composite decking planks made of wood and plastic, which are available in various colours. You’ll find plenty to choose from at local suppliers, who will also stock aggregates including gravels,

angular small stone, slate and cobbles.

Fencing can be done traditionally with post and rail, post and panels or with cedar clad screens. Grass areas can be seeded, turfed or laid with artificial grass.

Finally, ensure your drawing includes a scale notation (usually 1:50) allowing accurate measurements of the linear and square meterage aspects. You should also add a compass sign to show the orientation, which is essential from a planting perspective, and an information box noting any level changes and material choices.

You are now ready to begin your self-build, or to get estimates from a selection of landscape companies.

Contact Greg Whale (bluetulips.co.uk) for coaching sessions or garden design services on 01258 881112/07900 431701.

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Home & Garden A A FRAMPTON, seasoned hardwood logs, full load, 2.2 cu metres, £145, half load, £85. Dumpy Bags £60, Call 07860 242485, 01747 826408

EX-DISPLAY SHEDS, Stables/field shelters, summerhouses, offices, workshops, agricultural 01935 891195

ASW SWIMMING POOL MAINTENANCE. * POOL OPENING * POOL CLEANING * INSTALMENTS AND REPAIRS * CHEMICALS Please call Amy on 07495565182 or email: Amysuework@gmail.com

castletown landscapes Garden Care and Landscaping Services Why choose us?

If you’re thinking about how to improve your garden and give it and yourself a boost, we can help.

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• No job is too small. We do it all.

We can maintain your garden so that it looks great throughout the year.

We listen to you and work with you to bring your ideas to life.

We offer excellent support, advice and always happy to help.

White Hart

Garden & Property Maintenance Call Marcus Smith M: 07762 798 473 T: 01963 236 92

STORAGE BOSS FLAT PACK STORAGE CONTAINERS

for SALE or RENTAL* *(on your own premises)

Call 01722 715415 today to discuss your requirements or visit

www.storageboss.co.uk

Please call Paul to get the conversation started.

M: 07739 121 430 E: paul@castletown.uk www.castletown.uk

PORCELIAN & NATURAL STONE PATIOS GARDEN WALLS, WATER FEATURES FENCING & DECKING T: 01747 590157 M: 07809 415 902 Jamespricelandscapes@gmail.com @jamespricelandscapes

Garden Design Est 20 Years

01258 881112 07900 431701

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Home & Garden DAVE WARD. CLEANING, DOMESTIC/HOLIDAY LETS/COMMERCIAL. Swimming pool opening & maintenance. Gardens. Jet washing. 07807 197044

FITTED WARDROBES made to measure(in white, other door colours available), from £200, free quotes. Bob Humphries 07885 286508

PENNY LLAMA & ALPACA Rescue, organic manure for sale, 20 bags free local delivery £1.20 per bag Tel 01725 552061

SELF DRIVE DIGGER AND DUMPER HIRE 01258 861647

GARDEN RESCUE Tel: 01747 821726 ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY HEDGE GARDEN MAINTENANCE, lawn mowing, strimming, hedge cutting and land clearance using Stihl’s latest electric equipment to avoid disturbing wildlife/ people Call David 07786 658708.

DANNY’S GARDEN AND PROPERTY MAINTENANCE. All trees, hedges, fencing, gravel paths / driveways, pressure cleaning, concrete bases. free quotations, fully insured, Call direct 07545 619735

40 years experience.

Stone/brick walls, patios, brick pavings, paths & steps, fencing & sheds.

Free quote.

D. Parsons

07530 908310

FRANKS MAINTENANCE GROUP Serving all your interior & exterior maintenance needs

01747 826656 franksgroup.co.uk

•Alterations •Renovations •Carpentry •Kitchen Fitting •Bathroom Fitting •Wall/Floor Tiling •Plastering •Hard Landscaping •Painting & Decorating •Plumbing •Electrical

BUILDING MAINTENANCE

SEMI RETIRED BRICKLAYER

LTD

LANGTON NURSERIES (C W Abbott & Son) Bedding and vegetable plants. Pea sticks and Bean Rods. Perennials and shrubs. Stockists of Kings, Franchi and Fothergill Budget Seeds.

Potting compost. Large selection of Terracotta Pots. Langton Long, Blandford Forum, Dorset DT11 9HR. Telephone: 01258 452513

CARPET FITTING Small rooms, refits and adaptations Contact Jeff 01258 821000 07774641582

FURNITURE & RESTORATION GIBSON AND RADFORD RESTORATIONS Est 1976 T: 01963 370471 M: 07802823123 jake@gibsonandradford.co.uk www.gibsonandradford.co.uk

WINDOWS BLACKMORE WINDOWS AND DOORS. Locally based company in Stalbridge with 25 years experience. All your window and door needs undertaken, from repairs to replacement. Contact Terry on 07514224712 FREE QUOTATIONS.

(Established 1997)

Tree Surgeons TREE WORK

Felling Section felling Pruning/shaping Hedge cutting Scrub clearance Stump grinding Planting £10M public liability insurance

LANDSCAPING Fencing Patios Sleeper walls All hard landscaping

Vale Tree Surgeons Limited www.valetreesurgeons.com Tel: 01747 228484 Mob: 07770 833734

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Home & Garden THINKING OF PAINTING THE EXTERIOR OF YOUR HOUSE THIS YEAR?

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Home & Garden Lawn Mowing Service, Tel 01747 821 726 SCREENED TOP SOIL FOR SALE 1T - 5T LOADS DELIVERED TEL NO: 01258 861046 MAN WITH MICRODIGGER & 1.5TON DIGGER Garden clearance, patios, fencing, decking, landscaping, driveways 30+ years’ experience Contact Ken 07882 441873 01963 32034 R&W FENCING SERVICES All types of fencing, Agriculture and Domestic 01258 880892 07980 036250 ASBESTOS REMOVAL Garages, Sheds, Lean to’s, Roofing and Cladding Collection and Dismantling

BY Registered Hazardous Waste Carrier Call 07973 444620 or 01722 414478

Book Online classified@ blackmorevale.net

For all your fencing and decking needs

Closeboard, panels & sheds supplied and fitted.

Gates made to measure.

Sherborne Fencing Ltd Tel: 01935 814272 Mobile: 07814246332

GARDEN SERVICES Regular maintenance visits or one-off tidy.

Reliable service, can include grass cutting, hedge trimming, weeding, in Motcombe, Shaftesbury, Gillingham and surrounding areas.

Please call Marc on 07976 842980 or email m.ginger2416@talktalk.net

North Dorset Tree Surgeons We carry out all aspects of tree surgery, hedge cutting and stump grinding.

Ash dieback specialist.

Fully insured and NPTC qualified.

Call Will today on 01747 854517 or 07872 970741 Professional

LES BENHAM: GARDEN PROPERTY MAINTENANCE

All Hedge/tree work/rubbish clearance, gravel driveways/Pressure Washing. Patio and Fencing Work. Fully Insuranced/Free Quotes 01258 458849/07788 907343 lesbenham@yahoo.co.uk/ check a trade

Experienced

SELA

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Reliable

Fully Insured FREE No-obligation quotes

One off cuts to total garden re-design Grass/Hedge Cutting • Jet Washing • Patios • Paths Driveways • Fencing • Concreting • Drainage Estate Management • Garden Clearance

Landscape Excellence

LOGS BLACKMOREVALE LOG SPLITTING AND CHIPPING Your local mobile service - 07760 469411 LOGS R US 1 ton pickup load of logs £90 double load £150 dumpy bag £60 All hardwood 07790 404593 01258 818081 HARDWOOD LOGS, kiln dried, locally sourced, free delivery, order online logfuel. co.uk Tel 07983 415438

Call 01258 880930 / 07860 612445 Reliable Service with Quality Results

SEASONED HARDWOOD LOGS £150 double load £85 half load 01258 880892 07980 036250 GOOD QUALITY SEASONED OAK & ASH LOGS Barn stored, £170 for 8ft by 6ft trailer load, Delivery free within 10 mile radius of Templecombe.

07773 254174, ANDY LOGFUEL.CO.UK, hardwood logs, kiln dried-ready to burn.

Wincanton - 15 miles Tel 01963 836101

Machine or Hand-Lay Local Authority Approved ESTABLISHED 1988

All aspects of Surfacing Roads Drives Footpaths Drop Kerbs Resin Bond Drives

Season Barn Dry Logs

20 miles radius of Sherborne FREE delivery

Tel: 01935 815534

Call for a free quote

01747 820234

The Depot, Longcross, Zeals BA12 6LJ info@cgtarmac.co.uk www.cgtarmac.co.uk

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Visit us this Easter weekend for the best selection of plants and pots in the area!

Good Friday, Saturday, Easter Monday 9am – 5:30pm CLOSED EASTER SUNDAY Milton on Stour, Gillingham SP8 5QA 01747 824015

Flooring WiltonWilton Flooring

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REMNANTS UP TO 30% OFF NORMAL PRICE

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Selected Room size remnants

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FREE Estimates & Free Local Delivery on all carpets & hard floors

The Guild, Wilton Shopping Village, King Street, Wilton, Salisbury, SP2 ORS Monday-Saturday: 9.30-5.30, Sunday: 10.30-4.30 www.wiltoncarpets.co.uk

Don’t forget to bring in your sizes for an instant quote

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Home & Garden GUTTERS CLEARED WINDOWS, fascias, soffits, Gutters cleaned, Repairs, Free Estimates 07788-376752 WANTED - Dave buys all types of tools Call 01935 428975

TREEWISE Experts in all aspects of TREE SURGERY, HEDGECUTTING & STUMP REMOVAL

NPTC qualified & fully insured No job too small, Friendly, personal advice and free quotations.

Make a wise choice and call David Merefield today on 01747 850906 / 07966 522361

D KING & SON

Want to advertise your business? contact:

Tree and Garden Services • 25 years’ experience • Registered waste carrier • Free estimates • All areas covered • No job too small

Debi Thorne 07714 289409

07831 091239

Treecare Co. Tree Specialists

david.king63@aol.co.uk

TREE STUMP REMOVAL Pruning, bracing, shaping.

Preservation of mature trees.

Hedge cutting. Trees supplied & planted.

Landscaping & maintenance.

Heavy duty winch hire available.

Tree Surgery BS.3998 Contractors to local authorities.

WOOD CHIPPINGS FOR SALE Free Quotes & Advice Tel/Fax: Shafts 853512 Mobile: 07831 262083

HOUSE CLEARANCE Plus Sheds, Attics, Garages & Gardens Quality Items Offset Registered Waste Carrier

Tel: 01258 440838 or 07853 275379 enquiries@back2market.com

Established in 1976

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Tree Tree Surgery.

Surgery. Reductions.

Reductions. Felling.

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Hedge Trimming.

Stump Grinding.

Hedge Trimming. Stump Grinding.

Landscaping, Groundworks and Garden Maintenance, Landscaping, Landscaping, Groundworks Groundworks and and Garden Garden Maintenance, Maintenance, Woodchip Landscaping, Landscaping, Groundworks Groundworks and and Garden Garden Maintenance, Maintenance, Woodchip supplies. supplies.

Specialists Specialists in in Patios, Patios, Fencing, Fencing, Driveways, Driveways, Specialists in Patios, Fencing, Driveways, Specialists Specialists in Patios, in Patios, Fencing, Fencing, Driveways, Driveways, Family Family run run business business since since 1946 1946 Landscaping, Groundworks and Garden M Walling, Walling, Ponds, Ponds, Turfing Turfing Walling, Walling, Ponds, Ponds, Turfing Turfing Walling, Ponds, Turfing Tel: 01963 250005 Specialists in Patios, Fencing, Drivew Free Free Quotation Quotation Free Free Quotation Quotation Tel: 01963 250005 Free Quotation Walling, Ponds, Turfing Mobile: 07976 07976 934 934 252 252 amralphlandscaping@gmail.com amralphlandscaping@gmail.com Tel: Tel: 01747 01747 850544 850544 amralphlandscaping@gmail.com amralphlandscaping@gmail.com Tel: Tel: 01747 01747 850544 850544 Mobile: amralphlandscaping@gmail.com Tel: 01747 850544 Free Quotation www.ralphlandscaping.co.uk www.ralphlandscaping.co.uk Mobile: Mobile: 07921 07921 637227 637227 www.bandgdown.co.uk www.ralphlandscaping.co.uk www.ralphlandscaping.co.uk Mobile: Mobile: 07921 07921 637227 637227

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established in 1978

OUR LOCAL SHOWROOMS: Newbury, Gillingham, Dorset SPB 4QL | 01747 835394 Wincanton Business Park, Somerset BA9 9RR | 01963 33574 www.cullingfordcarpets.co.uk | info@cullingfordcarpets.co.uk

Carpets Vinyls Rugs Wood Karndean Curtains Blinds Re-Upholstery

Monday - Friday: 8.30am - 5.30pm Saturday: 9.00am - 4.30pm

Mobile:

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Victorian plumbing system put to new use harvesting rainwater Castle Gardens in Sherborne, Dorset has put plans in place to dramatically reduce its mains water consumption, connecting a brand new 50,000 litre rainwater harvesting tank to an underground Victorian brick-lined well and plumbing system. Recently discovered by Mike and Louise Burks, who opened the garden centre in 1987, this brick-lined well was once the source of water for Sherborne Castle’s walled kitchen garden, and has been revived to channel harvested rainwater into the bedding plant area.

As well as supplying a free and sustainable source of water for the plants, collected in the new purposebuilt butyl-lined water tank, the remastered system also contributes to localised flood control, stopping excess water from hitting the road. Mike

Burks, managing director of The Gardens Group, explains: “Harvesting rainwater is a great example of how gardening is a force for good when it comes to looking after the planet. Water is such a precious resource and climate change is contributing to higher levels of rainfall, so we’re really excited to have revived this relic of the site’s horticultural past, while reducing our own impact on the environment as a business.”

The Victorian brick-lined well is one of many discoveries that Mike and Louise have uncovered during their 35 years on the site. With tumbled down cold frames, Victorian greenhouses and underground tunnels carrying heating pipes among their recent finds, they plan to excavate further to reveal more of the garden centre’s horticultural

history in the months and years to come (www.thegardensgroup.co.uk).

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Local Services ARCHITECTURAL, BUILDING & ELECTRICAL

J&C Handyman Services Concrete & Floor Screed Mixed On site Any Quantity Delivered Sand Gravel Stone Cement Blocks etc Supplied Loose or in Big Bags Good Quality Top Soil in Stock

Now available... Rockery Stone

Competitive Rates

Plumbing Door hanging & skirting boards Painting & decorating and facia clearing Shed erecting & repairs Guttering and replacement Flat pack furniture Fencing Shelves & curtain rails Pointing etc...

No job too small. Please call with your requirements.

01963 364457 07368 516658 dorsethandyman26@gmail.com www.jchandymanservices.com

Building Construction Specialists

01747 853687 or 01747 855630 www.hardimanconcrete.co.uk

Free estimates for all electrical work, no VAT North Dorset location, will travel.

Call Alan Brown, C&G 2330, 2391,2382 on 01258 446258 or 07976 630 904 Email: alan@acbelectricals.org.uk

www.ACBElectricals.org.uk

Bryan G Paulley Ltd Oil Tank Services Domestic & Commercial

REPLACEMENT TANKS INSTALLATIONS RE-SITING TEMPORARY TANKS EMERGENCY PUMP OUTS BUNDED /SINGLE SKIN METAL TANKS/FUEL STATIONS ABOVE GROUND OR BELOW MOLING SERVICE FOR BELOW GROUND UTILITIES COMMERCIAL BOILER REMOVAL

New bunded tank installed for between £1300 and £1900 +VAT depending on size of tank.

All areas. OFTEC Registered

Tel: 01963 363870

24hr Emergency, Leaking Tanks or Oil Spills 07836 502683

E: office@bgp-oiltanks.co.uk www.bgp-oiltanks.co.uk

Home extensions | Barn Conversions Cottage Renovations | New Build Homes Project Management Established over 40 years Phone: 07979 210 074 / 01747 855 280 E: andy@sandsltd.biz w: www.sturgessandsturgess.com

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Local Services ARCHITECTURAL, BUILDING & ELECTRICAL

Steve Guppy Home Maintenance & Improvements

Fully Insured Tel: 01747 590584 Mob: 07812 106 513

B.LUCAS General builder

25 Years Experience, City & Guilds Qualified Extensions, Renovations, Alterations, New Build, Plastering, Floor and Wall Tiling, Brickwork, Blockwork, Stonework and Patios, Fencing and Decorating.

FREE estimates, No VAT 01747 228827 07809 362919

DORSET LIME Specialists in all external and internal lime work.

Lime crete flooring.

All aspects of traditional building.

Call Dave or Dan 07492 181788

Quantity Surveying Estimating Surveying Dispute Resolution

01749 813625

Robert Chalke Associates www.rca-qs.com

ARCHITECTURAL METALWORK Custom made or restored in numerous finishes and metals

- Balustrades - Canopies & Pergola's - Estate Ironworks - Furniture & Ornaments - Handrails - Orangeries & Glass houses - Railing & Fencing - Staircases - Steelworks & Fabrications - Windows & Doors REQUEST A QUOTE: WWW.NEWTONFORGE.CO.UK/REQUEST-QUOTE 01258 472407 | MAIL@NEWTONFORGE.CO.UK UNIT 20C, BUTTS POND INDUSTRIAL ESTATE, STURMINSTER NEWTON, DT10 1AZ

DORSET WOOD TRADITIONAL BUILDINGS

Oak Timber Framing Bespoke Timber Building Traditional Building Specialist inc All Building WorklAll aspects of Lime External and Internal Rendering/Plastering/Repointing Lime Crete Flooring Chimney Rebuilds and Repointing

www.dorsetwood.co.uk

Contact Dave Welsh 07838 654468

djwelsh@btinternet.com

Damp Control Timber Treatments Dry Rot Condensation Control 30-Year Bonded Guarantee

Tel: Wincanton 01963 202382 Mobile: 07881 504426 Email: maplepres@aol.com www.maplepreservation.co.uk

ASAarchitects

Architecture Masterplanning Conservation

EXTENSIONS, CONVERSIONS, NEW BUILD.

FREE CONSULTATION.

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Architectural Services Planning & Building Applications for New Build, Extensions and Conversions

01747 822162

Our advice is always free

enquiries@bell-architectural.co.uk

KBB KITCHEN FITTER, all aspects of kitchen fitting undertaken. 30 years experience, free estimates given. Tel 01963 364550 or 07890 841827

SW BUILDING & RENOVATIONS All aspects of building and plumbing catered for Tel: 07970 437786 e: swbuildandrenovation@ gmail.com

COLIN LEA Carpenter / Builder No VAT - call 01747590117 07708467601 ALL IRONWORK. Handrails. Gates. Railings.

Repairs. Restoration.

01258 880301

CHIMNEYS

OLD BYGONES & COLLECTIBLES

Rural, garden & agricultural items bought & sold

Tim, 01725 517268 or 07311 478301 General building Extensions/Renovations Loft conversions Oak frame buildings Groundwork/Landscaping All your property needs

Call 01747 229757 email: alanlewisaml@aol.com CHIMNEYS

STEVE ADAMS CHIMNEY SWEEPING HETAS registered woodburner and flue installer. Birdguards and cowls 07932 655267

COLIN THE CHIMNEY SWEEP Call anytime for a quoteCertificates available upon request Fully insured.

01963 458199/07889 597741.

K.SANSOM CHIMNEY SWEEP: Brush & vacuum APICS registered 01963 370038

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in your area

Smokin Nicely Chimney Sweeps Chimneys and Flues professionally swept.

Extremely clean service.

Certificates issued.

Fully insured (£5m) Tel: 01258 455251 smokin.nicely@hotmail.co.uk smokinnicely.co.uk

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Local Services COMPUTERS & TECH DEREK ETHERINGTON BSc(Hons).

PC/Mac, Repairs, Networks, Websites, Tuition. Free local callout. 01963362403 07855287150 http://www.dcenet.co.uk COMPUTER MAINTENANCE & REPAIRS Purchase advice, Virus Removal, New PC Setup/Installation, Internet Connection, Upgrades, Computer/ Software Tuition - Call Gregg on 01963370713

Joseph Crocker Computers Custom built gaming & office PCs Desktop, laptop and mobile device diagnosis and repair General computer and IT advice

NO JOB TOO BIG OR TOO SMALL

01963 23669 or 07484 690824

josephcrockercomputers.co.uk

Vale Computers

Your local computer specialist Any computer related problem fixed: Blank screen, slow computer, upgrades, virus removal, broadband setup and data recovery.

Fixed charge repairs – no call out charge.

New and second-hand computers for sale.

MS CompTIA+ certified engineers.

Ring 01258 880442 Email: Valecomputers.2006@btinternet.com Open Hours: Mon to Fri: 8.30am to 4.30pm Sat: 9.00am to 1.00pm

Get connected. Stay connected.

WiFi • Email • FaceTime • WhatsApp Skype • Google • eBay • Amazon Facebook • Twitter • Instagram

R Laptop R Tablet R Smartphone R desktop PC

• Friendly, patient, and knowledgeable help • Keep in touch with family, friends and colleagues for free over the Internet Sell online easily, quickly and reliably

• • Buying advice, setup and installation

I’m Phil Hudson, your local tech expert and trouble-shooter. I’ll come to you and sort things out, at a time that suits you. Or you can drop off your machine at my workshop for quick, efficient care and maintenance.

Call me now on 07805 783147

AERIALS & Satellite Direct Repairs & Installations - 7 days per week No VAT - Prompt & Friendly Service TOM MOSS Mob: 07931 727 961 Email: tommoss50@aol.com

CLEANING

SHINY STOVES OVEN CLEANING Ovens,Ranges, Aga’s, etc.

Independent Family Run Business Covering The Blackmore Vale Area

Tel 01935 592461 Mob 07875 272401 www.shinystoves.com

CLEANING TEAM DUO. Experienced, Efficient, and hardworking. Open to deep cleans, spring cleans, changeovers…cleaning service tailord to your needs.

References available on request. Contact Emily on 07852 410055 emilyannashaw@gmail.com

DECORATION, FLOORING & CARPENTRY

LES BENHAM

Painting Services, Property Maintenance, Domestic/ Commercial Inside or Out, Fully Insured/Free Quotes 01258 458849/ 07788 907343 lesbenham@yahoo.co.uk /checkatrade

Local, friendly and reliable Covering Dorset, Hampshire and Somerset Free no obligation quote dearsdecorating@gmail.com 07887 499593 To advertise your business contact:

Debi Thorne Advertising Manager Tel: 07714 289409

email: debi.thorne@icloud.com

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Local Services DECORATION, FLOORING & CARPENTRY

John Banham’s

WILLIAM STAGG, Decorating Services, Interior & Exterior, City & Guilds Qualified, 07894328774, wastaggdecor@gmail.com.

Property Service REFRESHING Bathrooms & Kitchens

NEIL PIERCY PLASTERING Modern & Traditional Plasterwork, Exterior Rendering & Floor Screeding 07974185923 / 01963 240185 http://www.modernandtraditional.co.uk

Upgrades and Carpentry Decorating services Refreshing sale and rental upgrades Handyman projects Plumbing repairs Tiling services Contact: John Banham

To advertise your business in

The New Blackmore Vale Magazine call:

Office: 01747 838 087 Mobile: 07768 190 131

Debi Thorne Advertising Manager Tel: 07714 289409

email: refreshingrenovations@gmail.com

DOMESTIC APPLIANCES

PROPER DOMESTICS

Jeans

Electrical

www.jeanselectrical.co.uk

APPLIANCE REPAIRS & INSTALLATION

Jeans of Mere, offer appliance repairs on most brands with fixed labour repair charges (parts on top)

www.properdomestics.com

Call 01747 860215

01747 416059

GENEALOGIST

INTERIOR DESIGN

SEEKING FOR THE ROOTS OF YOUR FAMILY TREE? experienced genealogist now available to do the digging! ENQUIRIES TO TONY 01425-838184

INTUITIVE CONCEPTS INTERIOR DESIGN. Want inspiration rather than ‘off the shelf’ interiors? I can create a true reflection of YOU. Contact Lauren on 07398147082 or intuitiveconceptinteriors@ gmail.com

MUSIC

SHERBORNE GUITAR TUITION 01935 389655 ahiahel@live.com

Book Online classified@ blackmorevale.net

Deadline to place your advert is the Friday before publication.

LOCKSMITHS & GARAGE DOORS

Sectional Doors / Roller Doors / Up and Over Side Hinged / Personnel Doors Spares & Accessories Installation / Servicing Automation / 2 into 1 Conversions Insulated Garage Doors Call 01963 363782 or 01258 472830 www.dorsetgaragedoors.co.uk

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PLUMBING, HEATING & DRAINAGE

01747 826656 franksgroup.co.uk

MJ HPPS LTD Plumbing and Heating Contractors

General Plumbing Oil/Natural Gas/LPG Installations Bathroom and Kitchen Installations New Boilers and Cylinders Underfloor Heating & Renewables Landlord Safety Certificates All workmanship guaranteed, along with manufacturers’ warranties.

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• Landlord’s Certificates • Bathrooms, Kitchens and Tiling

• All of the Blackmore Vale area covered

ABBEY DRAINAGE UNBLOCKING DRAINS

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D&T Plumbing and Heating Oil servicing and repairs, plus all other aspects of plumbing and heating carried out

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SEMI-RETIRED PLUMBER, Blandford & surrounding area, for all plumbing problems, oil fired, heating, no job too small call Ken on 07896 601563

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Rodents, insects and all other pests humanely dealt with.

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We clear houses, garages, gardens across Dorset.

Our experienced team will bag, box and clear everything.

We will purchase some items or advise on those that should go to auction. Free quote on viewing.

Where our waste goes – we try to recycle as much as we can however some of the items cleared are not reusable.

Our waste is split into categories of household waste, wood, rubble, metals, and hazardous waste such as old refrigeration units, paint and mattresses.

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Asparagus & wild garlic buckwheat risotto The first of this year’s asparagus has hit the shelves, and to celebrate I’ve been making this light risotto with a little extra punch from wild garlic, which is growing prolifically in woodlands and hedgerows. When foraging for wild ingredients, you must be absolutely sure you are picking the right plant – if in doubt, don’t eat it. It is also important you follow responsible foraging guidelines, such as those at www.woodlandtrust.org.uk.

Wild garlic contains good levels of vitamin C and beta-carotene, and a host of antioxidant phytochemicals.

Asparagus is a great source of folic acid, potassium, thiamine, and vitamins A, B6, C and K. It is also a good source of prebiotic fibres, which have been shown to feed the beneficial bacteria in the gut.

I like to use buckwheat for this risotto – if you’ve not tried it before I encourage you to give it a go, but this recipe will also work with normal risotto rice.

Serves 2 160g asparagus (trimmed) Small handful of wild garlic (washed and finely sliced) ½ white onion (diced)

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1 garlic clove (finely grated) 130g buckwheat 1 tsp lemon zest 400ml hot vegetable stock 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil Pinch of black pepper Optional extras: sliced spinach or spring greens, grated parmesan (or nutritional yeast) • Heat a large frying pan on a medium heat. Fry the oil, garlic and onion for a couple of minutes, stirring often until softened.

• Rinse the buckwheat and add to the pan, frying for a

minute. Add the stock and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

• Slice the asparagus into approximately 3cm chunks.

Cut thicker stalks into shorter lengths so that they take the same amount of time to cook.

• Add the asparagus and wild garlic to the pan. Stir through and simmer for a further 5 minutes until the asparagus and buckwheat are cooked.

• Just before serving, add the lemon zest, black pepper, spinach, and parmesan, if you are using them.

Spring into the asparagus season this April

by Lorraine Gibson According to British Asparagus (www.britishasparagus.com), the ultimate spring green, dubbed the Usain Bolt of the veggie world, can grow 10 cm in a single day and can improve your libido…

It can also help cure hangovers, protect the liver against toxins, promote healthy bacteria in the large intestine and is rich in immunity-boosting vitamin C. Oh, and it cooks almost as quickly as it takes Bolt to burn up a track!

Small wonder, then, that 23 April, the official start of the season for the perky green spear, is cause for such celebration, especially with chefs, who prize its unfussy fabulousness. It tastes wonderful steamed and then simply dipped in butter – or hollandaise sauce, if you’re feeling extra indulgent. But why not try something different with it this year?

Griddling brings a charred sweetness to these tender stalks.

Pop them into the pan while your steak rests and you’ll make the most of the meaty flavours left after it has cooked. Or chop spears into smaller lengths and serve with a creamy spaghetti sauce for a Mediterranean flavour.

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½ tsp mixed spice ½ tsp vanilla extract 1 medium egg 1 medium egg yolk 50g (2oz) currants Pinch of salt (optional) 1 tablespoon brandy 110g (4oz) sieved icing sugar 2 tablespoons milk You will need 2 greased or lined baking trays and a fluted 7½cm (3in) cutter.

Here’s a lovely Easter biscuit recipe, based on a speciality from Sedgemoor, over the border on the Somerset Levels.

Traditionally, these Somerset Easter treats were tied into bundles of three to represent the Holy Trinity and given to friends and family on Easter Sunday.

A little richer and smaller than the usual big round Easter biscuits, and topped with a lovely thin glaze, they are also known as Sedgemoor cakes or Somerset biscuits.

Makes 18 75g (3oz) salted butter, softened 75g (3oz) golden caster sugar 200g (7oz) plain flour

• Preheat oven to 200°C/180°C fan, gas mark 6.

• Cream the butter and sugar together in a roomy bowl until pale and fluffy. Combine the flour and mixed spice and sieve over the mix.

• In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg, egg yolk and vanilla extract. Make a well in the dry ingredients and gradually stir in the egg mixture.

• Stir in the currants, salt and brandy.

• With floured hands, knead gently into a soft dough and roll out on a lightly floured board to the thickness of a fraction more than a pound coin. Cut into rounds and bake for 9-10 minutes or until pale golden.

• Transfer the biscuits to a wire rack, combine the icing sugar and milk (a mini whisk is handy) and brush over the Catering Corner glaze while the biscuits are YEOVIL TABLEWARE HIRE still warm.

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A walk around…

Sturminster Newton Start at the old mill, which is just to the west of the town and north of the road and is well signed. There’s a small parking area nearby.

After looking at the mill and the river Stour, cross the bridge and follow the path upstream, northwards for a mile, enjoying the views over the Vale. Then turn right and join the road. Turn right and make your way south as far as the Old Station gardens. After walking through the gardens you’ll see a railway signal, which is at the start of a footpath along the old railway line. Follow the path for a mile and you’ll come to the Stour again, so descend to join the path leading southward along the river bank.

Soon you’ll come to some complicated mill races which

with retired Dorset rights of way officer Chris Slade

feed Fiddleford Mill. Cross the bridge and note that the mill wheel has been replaced by an Archimedes’ screw spun by the flowing water. This produces enough electricity to power 35 houses! Just think: if they put a water pipe alongside HS2 delivering water from the high and wet north-west to the low and dry south-east and installed a generator every hundred yards or so, it could provide electricity reliably and invisibly!

Now walk westward across the fields back to the town and find your way to the church, which is tucked away but worth a visit as it has some wonderful stained glass. Then go down along the main road to the river, which has a footpath along its north side to take you back to the old mill.

You’ll have walked about five miles.

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Meditations in nature: Ode to a blackthorn winter As I come back from an afternoon walk, my face is smarting against the large snowflakes that twist and tumble from a dark, dense sky. It is the last day of March and this unexpected bitter cold has followed one of the sunniest and warmest spells of March weather on record.

This is what my grandmother would call a typical ‘blackthorn winter’, meaning that when the blackthorn is in full bloom in the hedgerows, we should not be fooled into thinking that spring has arrived; instead, the pure white flowers symbolise the ice and snow that are undoubtedly on their way.

In spite of this portent, I love to see the blackthorn in bloom. Gradually, as March ends and April begins, the countryside becomes festooned with drifts of star-like, bridal flowers that perch delicately, like lace, on black thorny twigs.

Each sprig reminds me of an oriental work of art: pure, clean and simple. As Rudyard Kipling affirms, “of all the trees that grow so fair, old England to adorn, greater are none beneath the sun than oak and ash and thorn”.

Blackthorn (Prunus spinosa) is a widespread tree that can live to a hundred years old. It is native to Europe and western Asia and is found along hedgerows, in thickets and on the edge of woodlands. It flowers before the leaf, unlike its easily mistaken cousin, the hawthorn, whose similar blooms appear in late spring amid bright-green leaves.

Culturally, the blackthorn tree has dual connotations. It is revered for its exquisite flowers, the food it provides for bees and hairstreak butterflies, its protection for nesting birds, the strong hardwearing timber (which is good for burning or for making walking sticks) and the sloe berries that flavour our gin. But in country folklore, the tree is also named the ‘old dark crone of the woods’ for its associations with bad luck.

I recall that out on my beloved moorlands of Britain, the blackthorn is a good subject for a photograph. It often appears as a single crooked and twisted little tree that makes

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a sinister silhouette against the landscape. You can see why they have been long associated with witchcraft and devilment, not least because of their changeable character and the long sharp thorns that easily pierce the skin, leaving it sore and septic.

Nearing home, I feel chilled to the bone. I had been fooled into thinking spring and summer were around the corner, but alas, winter has returned.

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How to manage stress triggers As I write we have just survived another Oscars ceremony. Don’t get me wrong, I love a trip to the cinema as much as you, but honestly! Thespians one and all, can I just remind you, you are just doing a job that you chose to do. Yes you are often doing it very well, but lots of us are doing our stuff very well, thank you. (I confess, I’ve been longing to put that in print for literally years!)

This year’s ceremony will be remembered for Will Smith slapping the Oscars presenter, Chris Rock. Rock made a joke about Smith’s wife, Jada Pinkett Smith, who suffers from the autoimmune disorder alopecia. Every bit of Smith’s defence of his wife

was wonderful – full of love and protection. Except he took it too far and slapped another man.

Why did he do it? Because when we are put into a stressful situation, especially a sudden one, we stop reacting or thinking with logic. The emotional side of our brain takes over and we react with pure emotion.

Rational thinking is but a memory; overshadowing a major event with irrational behaviour becomes the right thing to do. And it’s all down to how we evolved in the beginning when survival was constantly in the balance.

The difference between then and now (one of the many differences) is now we have more triggers for stress.

For most of us, and I am

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Very dull but also very damaging in the long term.

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Stellar line-up for Literary Festival

by Faith Eckersall

From lunch with Dorset novelist Minette Walters to afternoon tea with best-selling debut writer Sally Page, Sturminster Literary Festival has gathered a feast of fabulous authors for visitors to hear.

The popular event runs from 6-18 June, and aims to showcase leading and emerging fiction authors with Dorset connections, as well as celebrate the town’s literary associations with Thomas Hardy, William Barnes and Robert Young.

The first week features writing by contemporary Dorset authors including bestseller Natasha Solomons, who will be at the Exchange discussing her innovative and beautifully written new novel, I, Mona Lisa.

At a literary lunch, guest Minette Walters will talk about The Swift and the Harrier, her historical novel on the horrors of the Civil War in Dorset.

Gillingham-based Sally Page leads the literary tea, where she will talk about the writing of her best-selling debut novel, The Keeper of Stories.

Award-winning crime author Rachel McLean will be discussing her popular Dorset crime series, the first of which is The Corfe Castle Murders.

Meanwhile, historical romance author Karen Dickson from Shaftesbury will discuss her recently published family saga, A Songbird in Wartime.

And, via Zoom, Jim Case of Newfoundland, Canada, will talk about his genealogical

connections with Dorset’s cod fishing and swan-skin industries and how he came to write his historical novel, Ananias, based on his family history.

During the second week events will focus on the town’s literary heritage, with Professor Angelique Richardson and Dr Steph Alder speaking about Hardy’s Correspondents, a collaborative project between Dorset Museum and the University of Exeter.

Former Yetties band member Bonny Sartin will discuss Hardy’s musical heritage – the music he played, his instruments and the references to traditional song, music and dance in his writing.

At a literary lunch, writer Christopher Nicholson will be speaking about the strange story of Hardy’s association

with one of the rarest of all British birds, the creamcoloured courser.

And in his talk, Sturminster stalwart David Fox will share insights into the town’s past and Blackmore Vale life as depicted in the poetry and writings of William Barnes and Robert Young.

On Saturday 18 June, a Victorian-themed family fun afternoon will be held in the Railway Gardens and Poet’s Corner area of the town.

Two guided walks will highlight literary heritage in Bagber and Marnhull and there will also be reading discussion groups and two weekend events for children.

More details at www.sturlitfest. com. Bookings can be made at www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/ sturminster-newton-literaryfestival-33209608299.

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Local landscapes in mixed media

By Hilary Porter Wincanton artist Camilla Redfern is staging an exhibition, celebrating local landscapes and still life.

The event (27 May to 2 June) will see her showcasing her mixed-media artwork at her studio/gallery at 7 Market Place, Wincanton, adjacent to the Post Office. She is joined in this exhibition by Runima Kakoty.

The two share “a vibrant palette and expression of so many things that are familiar to us: the local landscape,

exotic contexts, everyday objects; the figurative and abstract.”

Camilla found that the recent lockdowns drew her back to her creative roots, culminating in a discovery of mixed-media expression.

She goes under the name Kairosart to reflect how lockdown prompted her to seize the day.

She explains: “In ancient Greek Kairos means ‘time’, but not just any time. It is about timeliness: the special moment when it is the opportune time to do a particular thing; taking

advantage of changing circumstances – creating a perfect moment to deliver a particular message with overtones of symmetry and balance.”

Runima Kakoty is originally from Assam, India and has been painting and exhibiting for much of her adult life.

She draws on images and colours from her own culture as well as from European landscapes.

Camilla’s work is for sale and she also welcomes commissions. Prices range from £150 to £500. www.kairosart.uk

Although it is not currently a legal requirement, please consider wearing a face covering to protect yourself and others when visiting the Tivoli.

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Local singer/songwriter celebrates debut single release

by Hilary Porter She sang at every school concert growing up in Somerset, wrote songs, danced, acted, played drums, piano – and dreamed of being a recording star.

Now aged 21, India Lillie Davies has released her first single and is tipped for great success.

The self-penned single Tissues was released on 11 March and is attracting thousands of listeners and fans. India calls it a “breakup song”, but it is upbeat and highly catchy.

From her days at Castle Cary Primary School and then Bruton School for Girls, India loved performing but admits, “It’s all been a bit of a whirlwind recently!”

She told NBVM: “At primary school I always wanted to do music, singing and acting as a career. I auditioned for a music and drama scholarship at Bruton School and was awarded both so was very lucky.

“Being at this school also gave me the opportunity to audition for the National Youth Choir of Great Britain, where I managed to secure a place!”

This experience was “invaluable” but eventually she decided to concentrate

on being a solo vocalist: “When you are in a choir you lose your own tone because you must blend with everyone else. So, I stopped that and decided to try and get my own sound back.”

Apart from her musical talent, India’s striking good looks led to her being scouted by a fashion photographer.

“I was 16 and ended up signed to First Model Management in London.

I wanted to do a performing arts course, which I did at The SPACE (The Somerset Performing Arts Centre of Education). I learnt a lot and did a lot of

modelling at the same time.”

It was at the modelling agency that India met a talent scout who casually asked her to sing one day. From there was introduced to producer Lloyd Hinshelwood, who’s is responsible for all the production on India’s single.

India wrote all the lyrics with songwriter Tori Cross and now has lots of other songs recorded too, which she can’t wait to release.

India is grateful to everyone who has helped her – not least her mum and dad.

“They took me everywhere when I was young. I did so many singing lessons and exams up to Grade 8, and I was coached to sing classically.”

Tissues has been released on Distrokid – a company that distributes your music everywhere, including on Amazon, Apple Music and Spotify. Her music style has been described as ‘agile’ and fluctuates between pop/RnB/ funk and dance while maintaining a lyrical and soulful feel.

So, has India any goals for the future?

“Yes, my big goal being from Somerset would be to sing at Glastonbury - that would be huge!” www.indiadavies.com

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Should you breed a pet? implications. A number of genetic tests are available for certain breeds, which include blood tests, eye examinations and x-rays and, where these are recommended, they should be checked prior to breeding to ensure the parents are less likely to pass on an abnormality to their offspring.

If the bitch or queen becomes unwell during the pregnancy or the birth they may require veterinary treatment, and an emergency caesarean at 2am is stressful and expensive.

Complications could lead to the death of the litter, meaning that you have no financial return on the costs incurred. The bitch or queen could also become ill or even die, and the risk of losing your family pet should be seriously considered.

It is also important to consider appropriate homes for the puppies or kittens before you breed them.

People are often keen to get a new puppy or kitten but, once they reach adulthood, they may find they are unable to cope. Most dogs in rescue centres are 1-2 years

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by Lynn Broom There is no proven physical or psychological benefit to your pet from having a litter. In fact the opposite could be considered more likely due to the potential for complications associated of the above before doing so with the pregnancy. and plan ahead to ensure all Unintentional matings are appropriate tests have been not uncommon and neutering completed in time and that should be considered to you have researched avoid this risk. appropriate homes for all If you are going to breed potential puppies or kittens your pet, please consider all before they arrive.

KOI, 2 LARGE (one a golden butterfly, one black/white) offers in region £300 each) Buyer collects. 01258 472367 KITTENS VARIOUS. £70 each.

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The idea of breeding from our pets can be very appealing. Puppies and kittens are lovely, and producing a new generation from our beloved dog or cat can be exciting.

It is important, however, to carefully consider whether breeding is right for you and your pet. For instance, it is essential that your pet is healthy and has a good temperament, otherwise you may pass on health and behaviour issues to the litter.

It is unethical to intentionally breed from an unhealthy animal. Anxious or aggressive parents may produce similar behaviours in their offspring.

Some people choose to breed because they want to make money from selling the puppies or kittens. During Covid there was a huge increase in demand, particularly for puppies and this caused a significant increase in prices. However, this increased demand has dropped and some breeders have been left unable to rehome all the puppies from a litter.

There are also financial

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Pets LOST AND FOUND AND REHOMING Blandford and Sturminster Newton Branch Cats Protection Cats looking for new homes

Tubbs & Milo (4): gorgeous black Various ferals looking for indoor/ brothers looking for safe home outdoor homes. away from busy roads.

Tom & Fluffy (18 & 11): these best friends been living in cattery for a year, so are desperate for their own home.

Rusty (5): very timid but affectionate tortie girl.

Lost cats If you have lost a cat, please contact us via our website, phone or Facebook page. Please make sure we have a contact phone number, so we can get in touch with you quickly.

• Ginger & white, hit by a car, Winterborne Whitechurch, 3 April; • Black & white, missing from Sandbourne Ave Blandford for 3 weeks.

Found cats If you are regularly seeing a cat in your garden or down your street that you don’t think has a home, please give us a call – it might be a lost cat that could be reunited with its owner.

We are still offering neutering and micro-chipping for £5 in postcode areas DT10, DT11, SP5, SP7, BH21 and now also in SP8.

Call 01258 268695 for more information.

BLANDFORD & STURMINSTER CATS PROTECTION Loving homes needed for cats and kittens in our care.

For more details, please call our helpline 01258 858644 or visit our website: www.blandford.cats.org.uk Sponsored by Longmead Veterinary Practice Ltd

BEHAVIOUR TIPS In this series of short articles, Helen Taylor offers bite-size tips on training your dog using effective, safe and humane methods.

Tip #12 Boundary Aggression? Many owners think that a dog barking aggressively at other dogs, vehicles or people passing their house or garden is normal, harmless or even enjoyable for the dog. In fact, allowing a dog to do this increases the risk that he will display aggressive behaviour, even if he isn’t doing so currently.

This is particularly likely if it happens regularly and if the dog comes into physical contact with targets on or near the boundary. And while ALL electric collars are likely to cause aggressive behaviour eventually, this is why ‘freedom fence’ electric collars are so dangerous, why 3,000 postal workers are bitten by dogs every year and why attacks on dogs that are passing as the resident dog runs out are particularly brutal.

There are several reasons for this. Firstly, this behaviour is strongly reinforced (more so every time it occurs) as the target usually goes away quickly. Secondly, not being able to attack the target causes frustration and stress, which builds up over time; and thirdly, because being on the demarcation between familiar and neutral territory magnifies the aggressive response.

Helen Taylor is a qualified, accredited behaviourist, a Certified Clinical Animal Behaviourist, a Registered Practitioner with the Animal Behaviour and Training Council, and is a member of the Association of Pet Behaviour Counsellors and the Association of Pet Dog Trainers (no 881). help@helentaylordorset.co.uk www.helentaylordorset.co.uk

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Juniors ping the win Table Tennis The Team Handicap Final between Stalbridge Juniors and Compton E, was played at Stalbridge on the 5th April. A close match saw the Juniors win by 5 games to 4. The final went down to the last game. Oscar Moore was the payer of the match

winning all of his games 3 games to help his team to lift the trophy.

The Blackmore Vale Table Tennis League, is looking for players of all ages. For more information email barriewaterman@hotmail. co.uk.

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Wincanton FC Needs your help Wincanton FC are appealing for help as flooding threatens to wreck their season and the future of the club.

The ‘Wasps’ are in danger of losing their status as a Toolstation League Club due to poor drainage of the pitch making it unplayable. With their own playing surface out of action, games are currently having to be played at Gillingham Town FC, which has resulted in the loss of income from home games as well as the cost of hiring Gillingham’s facilities.

Failure to cure the problem could result in expulsion from the league and the loss of the football club.

Despite the ongoing problem, the team currently sit 3rd in the league on a run of 23 games unbeaten, with a strong chance of promotion. Wincanton FC have a proud local history which stretches back over 132 years. The club came through both World Wars, has seen their pitch invaded by livestock, has united families as successive generations followed in their father’s footsteps. They have celebrated promotions and the anguish of relegation, but the current crisis is perhaps the biggest threat Wincanton has faced.

The club is totally run by

volunteers and despite the high level the team are playing at, in contrast to many of the teams they’re currently competing against, there are no paid players.

A measure of the players’ commitment and WFC’s drive to succeed.

Club officials (also all volunteers) have announced that the cost of curing the drainage problem to prevent the continual flooding, is a net busting £51,812.00.

While this sum wouldn’t even represent a bump in the pitch for the vast spending power of Premier League giants at the top of the footballing pyramid, for a grassroots team like Wincanton it is now ‘Fergie time’ which has triggered an appeal to local companies and supporters to help them raise the eye-watering figure.

Can you help?

Companies and individuals that who may be willing to contribute and keep the club’s hopes of survival alive and kicking can contact first team manager, Chris Wise on 0787 2971943. Or email club secretary Steven D’Arcy, steven.darcy@ outlook.com to help ensure that in Wincanton, football is still coming home next season.

Do you work for a sports club or are you a fan? we would like to hear from you with your sports reports on all types whether it is football, rugby, tennis, riding, golfing swimming or any other type of sport. Send your reports to sports@blackmorevale.net

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Blandford Bowling

Summer is coming and to celebrate the new season Blandford Bowling Club is holding an OPEN DAY, for potential new bowlers, on Saturday 7th May 2022.

quiz nights, hobby days, coffee mornings, bowling tours and crib nights, If you would like to “give it ago” just turn up at the club on the Milldown Road

During the current difficult times, bowling offers excellent, enjoyable and comparatively safe outdoor exercise in a friendly atmosphere and is comparatively inexpensive.

Bowling is suitable for all ages and abilities. The club has members from 5 to 85 years of age. The club has a comprehensive social diary that extends to the Winter months. It includes bingo,

recreation ground next to the hospital on Saturday 7th May between 10am and 4pm. All equipment and refreshments will be provided and qualified coaches will be on hand to guide you. If possible, wear flat shoes.

For further information go to; www.blandfordbowlingclub. com or contact the secretary on 07798 790369.

Blandford Flyers haulgh in the medals County success for Blandford Flyers Swimming Club 9 of the Blandford Flyers Swimming Club competed at the Dorset County ASA Swimming Championships which was held over 4 weekends in January/ February and achieved some outstanding performances competing against the best in the County. A large event in the calendar, all the Flyers training and preparation paid off, resulting in 35 personal best times and a haul of medals; Wilf Leigh 8 gold 4 Silver, Max Leigh 6 gold 3 silver, Harry Slivey 2 gold 1 bronze, Stephen Quine 1 bronze and Josh 1 bronze.

Wilf also accomplished

second place overall in the Performance Awards for his age group and won the Les Jessop Shield 100m Breaststroke, David Hoskins Memorial Cup 100m Individual Medley and the Mark Hoskins Presidents Cup 100m Backstroke!

The club gave thanks to the support of families and all the volunteers, officials and organisers at the events and all the other clubs for the great racing.

If your child(ren) are interested in getting involved in the club you can visit www.blandfordflyers.co.uk.

The welcomes all standards of youth swimmers from Learn-to-Swim Level 7 upwards.

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Milestone as broth business that began with one slow cooker moves into first factory unit

By Andrew Diprose A broth business is set to double production overnight after securing its first factory unit in Shillingstone.

Mother of two Rachel Down started Boil & Broth in her small kitchen with one slow cooker five years ago.

She had become dissatisfied with the pharmaceutical drugs prescribed for a variety of health issues.

After carrying out her own research into the cause of seemingly endless infections, Rachel not only cured herself within 12 weeks but also lost two and a half stone in weight, followed by a further four stone.

The 42-year-old discovered how certain foods helped her health issues, and started to make bone broth – essentially boiled bones – as well as following a strict candida diet, which she designed herself.

Rachel found that her broth, home-made kefir water and other supplements resolved her health and digestive issues.

She launched Boil & Broth as a limited company in 2018 after people suffering similar health issues contacted her for help and advice.

Rachel, of Lytchett Matravers, said: “I used to sell broth soup to friends and family.

“They kept coming back, bringing more people with them, so I had to cook more.

“Initially I set up 10 slow

cookers in our home kitchen, but demand outgrew that set-up.

“We moved to a bigger house to cook more and that’s when I changed to pressure cookers.

“After 16 months, we had to move again to cope with the demand for our products.

Now I’ve signed to move into an industrial unit that will become our factory.”

The 3,000 sq ft factory, at Shillingstone, will allow Boil & Broth to instantly double production with the installation of larger cooking equipment.

By this time next year it hopes to have tripled production.

It couldn’t come at a better time. Boil & Broth is now sold across the UK and Ireland in more than 80 locations and has just landed its first deal in Dubai.

Last year the business expanded into the pet-food market, becoming the only broth manufacturer to hold a dual licence to produce bone broth for pets and humans. In January it launched its bone broth powder for pets, instantly going viral.

Boil & Broth is now to split its business into two – one for humans and the other for pets.

Each will have their own website and separate social media accounts.

Rachel said: “This change will enable us to continue to grow our businesses into different markets, helping people and pets with their

health.

“We stepped into the pet-food industry after being frequently asked if our products were okay for dogs.

“There are no vegetables in our broth. We add more bones, and it’s the proteins in the bones that offer nutritious goodness for the body, especially collagen.

“Everything we sell for pets has been made for humans.”

In another significant move, Rachel’s husband, Simon, is to join the business full-time as its new Factory Manager.

Already a Director, along with Rachel, he’ll join Deborah Cole, Kitchen Assistant.

“It’s a big leap of faith but the right one at the right time,” said Rachel.

“After four years of organic growth we are really experiencing a big increase in demand, particularly in the raw pet-food industry.

“In the coming weeks, we’ll be opening up our Shillingstone factory with an open day offering free cups of broth for customers and a chance for us to share the healthy benefits of all our products.”

Find out more at www. boilandbroth.com.

Rachel Down, Founder of Boil & Broth, with her husband, Simon, who is joining full-time as Factory Manager.

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BUSINESS FOR SALE Award-winning café for sale!

DUBREE, LAUREN Congratulations on your 18th Birthday, 12th April 2022, Love Gran and all the family FN: 535348 AH:MA PUB: NEW BLACKMORE VALE Size: 80x46mm (1 col)

PUBLIC NOTICE

SUSAN CATHERINE LUSCOMBE (Deceased) Pursuant to the Trustee Act 1925 any persons having a claim against or an interest in the Estate of the above named, late of Salisbury Manor, Shapland Close, Off Wilton Road, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP2 7EJ, who died on 27/02/2022, are required to send written particulars thereof to the undersigned on or before 16/06/2022, after which date the Estate will be distributed having regard only to the claims and interests of which they have had notice.

FARNFIELDS SOLICITORS, 4 Church Lane, Shaftesbury, Dorset, SP7 8JT

Our much loved café, Jasmine & Bay is looking for new ownership. Located in a prominent position within the growing village of Templecombe, this is a wonderful opportunity to take on a well-established and popular business, with great potential for improvement and growth.

Viewing is highly recommended and further enquiries welcome.

Tel 01963 548088 Email contact@jasmineandbay.co.uk

CONGRATULATIONS SHEILA AND ERIC BARNES

Congratulations to a special couple Sheila and Eric Barnes on 70 years of of marriage on 19th April , love from Jan, Keith Carole, Alan and all the family.

RIP PETER CYRIL RIDOUT Born 15/9/1929 - died 19/3/2022.

Left behind loving wife Mavis, was a loving father, Grandfather and great grandfather.

DORSET DOCTOR and distinguished author, widowed, 77, Poole, seeks homely, kind, considerate, slim female companion. Photo helpful.

Tel 01202 706198

SANDRA ELLEN WHATLEY

THANK YOU BRIAN AUSTIN RAINEY

Joyce and family would like to thank relatives and friends for their kind cards and messages of sympathy, attendance at the funeral service and donations for the District Nurses Team. Please accept this as our personal message of thanks.

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DEATHS

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MARTIN 64 meet lady at Swan Sturminster Newton, Entry Friday all Saturday.

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On 27th March 2022 peacefully after a short illness bravely borne aged 57 years of Twyford. Much loved mum to Mark, sister to Susan and Colin, also a loving aunt and nan who will be sorely missed by all.

Funeral service takes place at Salisbury Crematoium on Tuesday 19th April at 11 am. No flowers please but donations if desired to Cancer Research UK may be sent to Merefield & Henstridge F/D, Ridgemount, Pitts Lane, West Melbury, Shaftesbury, Dorset. SP7 0BU. Tel: 01747 853532

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RICHARD “DICK” WALBY Sadly passed away on 4th April 2022 aged 91 years. Born in Kenya in 1930, later becoming a farmer in Berwick St John. He was a keen member of many countryside organisations, including the YFC, NFU and the local shoot. He thoroughly enjoyed meeting and talking to new people, but more specifically winding people up! He has ridden over the hill for the last time. He will be missed.

RIP

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Announcements DEATHS KATHLEEN PATRICIA HEASMAN On 23rd March 2022 peacefully in Fern Brook Lodge, Gillingham aged 96 years of Shaftesbury. Wife of the late Vic, a much loved mother, grandmother and great grandmother, who will be sadly missed. Funeral service takes place at Salisbury Crematorium on Monday 25th April at 12 noon. No flowers please but donations if desired to Royal British Legion, Shaftesbury Branch may be sent to Merefield & Henstridge F/D, Ridgemount, Pitts Lane, West Melbury, Shaftesbury, Dorset.

SP7 0BU. Tel: 01747 853532

LOVEYS, JEREMY Jeremy Loveys of Hinton St Mary passed away on 25th March 2022 at Musgrove Park Hospital aged 68 years. Funeral Service at Yeovil Crematorium on Friday 22nd April at 4pm. Family flowers only please, donations if desired for the Injured Jockey Fund, cheques made payable to the charity may be sent to Grassby & Close, 4 Innes Court, Sturminster Newton, DT10 1BB, Tel: 01258 471024 or by visiting www.grassbyclose-funeral.co.uk and donate online.

DORIS KATHLEEN HARE (Peggy) On 28th March 2022 peacefully in Hays House Nursing Home, Sedgehill aged 98 years of Donhead St Andrew. Much loved mum to Alan and Carolynn, also a loving nan and great nanny Peg. Funeral service has taken place but donations if desired to Tisbus may be sent to Merefield & Henstridge Funeral Directors, Ridgemount, Pitts Lane, West Melbury, Shaftesbury, Dorset SP7 0BU. Tel: 01747 853532

DESMOND STANLEY SHORT (Des) 01.05.1942 – 03.04.2022 It is with great sadness, that after a long illness bravely fought, Des passed peacefully away aged 79 years and 11 months. He leaves his loving wife, children, step-children, grandchildren and many friends.

Funeral service at St Mary’s Church, Stalbridge on Wednesday, 4th May at 12 noon. Family flowers only please, donations if desired for the Dorset & Somerset Air Ambulance Trust. C/o Peter Jackson Funeral Services. Mons, High St, Henstridge, BA8 0RB. Tel: 01963 362570.

LESLEY JOHN KELLAWAY Passed away March 28th aged 88. Thank you the staff at Yeovil District Hospital for their care in his final weeks. Private Cremation only.

Memorial Gathering to be held at later date.

BRIAN FRITTER Passed away suddenly on the 26th of March 22 aged 63 years old.

A great friend to many.

Family cremation in Lincoln.

Thanksgiving service in Gillingham, to be announced.

DAVID MORPHEW

13 Nov 1931 - 23 Apr 2017 A caring, charming and witty man, loved and missed by all who knew him. Five years without you now, but over 40 years together. Always in my mind, forever in my heart, Ann

BARBY ELLIS

1971 – 2022 Sadly taken on 25.03.22 The love of my life a perfect partner sleep well babes. No more pain. All my love forever Tim

BURNS Ronald Thomas Passed away peacefully at home on 1st April, 2022.

A dearly loved father, son, uncle, brother and friend to many.

Funeral Service will take place at Yeovil Crematorium on Tuesday 26th April, 2022 at 10:00am. Family flowers only please.

Donations invited in memory of Ronald for Weldmar Hospicecare may be sent c/o A.J. Wakely & Sons, 16 Newland, Sherborne, DT9 3JQ.

DUKES Francis Claude (Finny) Aged 82years of Penselwood. On 26th March 2022, peacefully at Yeovil District Hospital. A much loved brother, uncle and friend. Funeral service at St Michael’s Church, Penselwood on Tuesday 26th April at 2.p.m, Followed by interment in the Churchyard. Family flowers only please, donations in memory of Finny are being invited for St Michael’s Church.

C/O Harold F. Miles, Funeral Director, South Cadbury, BA22 7ES. Telephone. (01963) 440367.

DENIS “GUS” DEAR Passed away peacefully on the 25th March 2022 aged 92 years.

His Daughters were at his side. Reunited with Joan. A very much loved Dad, Grandad, Great Grandad and Uncle, who will be sadly missed by all his Family and many Friends.

The Family would like to thank Wisteria Carers for all their loving support and care.

A funeral service will be held at ST Mary’s Church, Gillingham on Wednesday 20th April at 1pm, followed by a private cremation. Family flowers only please.

Donations if desired to Asthma UK and Cancer Research UK, c/o Bracher Brothers Funeral Directors, Gillingham, Dorset SP8 4QL.

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Announcements DEATHS LIEUTENANT COLONEL ALAN JOHN REED MBE

THELMA GLADYS WEST

Passed away peacefully at home on 7 April 2022. A loving husband, Dad and Grandad will be missed by all who knew him. Funeral at St Nicholas church Winterbourne Kingston on 29 April 2022, for details please contact Ives and Shand on Poole. Family flowers only please.

Much loved wife of Keith passed away peacefully at Salisbury District Hospital on 05/04/22 at the age of 75.

Will be sadly missed. Funeral service to be held at St Peters Church, Shaftesbury on Friday 29th April at 11.30 am. All welcome. No flowers by request. Donations if desired to The Children’s Society or The British Heart Foundation may be sent to Merefield & Henstridge F/D, Ridgemount, Pitts Lane, West Melbury, Shaftesbury, Dorset. SP7 0BU. Tel: 01747 853532

PATRICIA BELLOWS Peacefully on 19th March 2022. Aged 89 years.

A much loved mum, grandmother and great grandmother. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her. Funeral Service to be held at Blandford United Reformed Church on Thursday 28th April 2022 at 1.00pm. Family flowers only but donations, if desired for Great Ormond Street Hospital Children’s Charity, may be made online by visiting www. close-funeral.co.uk or cheques payable to the charity, c/o Colin J Close Funeral Service, Peel Close, Salisbury Road, Blandford DT11 7JU. Tel: 01258 453133

POWIS Jack Peacefully on 2nd April 2022. Dearly loved Husband of Edna, much loved Dad to Karen, Helen and Rachel.

A private family cremation will take place. All are invited to the Service of Thanksgiving at St Stephen’s Church, Pamphill on Saturday, 21st May 2022 at 11 am.

Family flowers only please but donations, if desired, are welcome for Dorset & Somerset Air Ambulance Personal messages, memories and donations may be made online at www.oharafunerals.co.uk Nicholas O’Hara Funeral Directors Tel: 01202 882134

WELLSTEAD HARRY Passed away suddenly but peacefully on 29th March 2022, aged 93 years. Dearly loved husband of Maureen, father of Dawn and father in law of Robert. Much loved grandad of Lucy and Peter and great grandad of Jack, Charlie and Thomas.A celebration of Harry’s life will take place at St Nicholas Church, Winterborne Kingston on Wednesday 4th May 2022 at 11.00am.Donations for Weldmar Hospicecare may be sent c/o Woods Funeral Services, 11a Icen Way, Dorchester. DT1 1EW. Telephone 01305 250425 No mourning clothes please.

LUSH Edwin Frederick Joseph (Ted) Aged 94 passed away peacefully at Yeovil District Hospital on 30 March 2022. A very much loved Father, Grandfather and Great Grandfather and respected local businessman. Funeral Service to be held at Castle Cary Methodist Church on Friday 22nd April at 2.30.p.m.Followed by private interment at Castle Cary Cemetery. Family Flowers only please, but donations if desired to Dorset & Somerset Air Ambulance or Castle Cary Methodist Church C/O Harold F. Miles, Funeral Directors South Cadbury BA22 7ES Telephone (01963) 440367

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Recruitment

A LUXURY HOME PROVIDING RESIDENTIAL AND NURSING CARE We are seeking Nurses; Health Care Assistants and Bank Kitchen Staff to join our fabulous team Great working environment, highly competitive pay.

Full and part time roles available

HIGHER HOLTON, WINCANTON, SOMERSET, BA9 8EA

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ideal for students/16+ Oakleaf Marquees in Stalbridge is looking for marquee riggers between April and September.

Work generally Monday to Thursday and 35-45 hours a week but we are flexible on days and start dates. Must be reliable, hard working with a positive attitude. Drivers particularly welcome.

Further info and applications by email please: jobs@oakleafmarquees.co.uk

The Apples Medical Centre Sherborne

www.sherborneapples.co.uk

We are seeking exceptional candidates to fill the following important full-time teaching roles in this vibrant and happy prep school for girls (aged 7 to 13) set in beautiful Dorset countryside, to start in September 2022 or January 2023:

Head of Mathematics and Head of Art The Head of Mathematics will lead the teaching of maths across the school. A willingness to teach computing at an introductory level to Years 5 and 6 would be essential, but no prior experience is necessary. Hanford has an excellent academic record and the girls sit common entrance and scholarships to top independent schools.

The Head of Art will be responsible for teaching Art across the school.

They will also teach Art Appreciation and be responsible for after school art clubs (typically, two evenings a week). Hanford has an outstanding reputation for art and a strong creative tradition and spirit.

Full details of the roles and how to apply available at https://hanfordschool.co.uk/contact/staff-recruitment/ or by emailing office@hanfordschool.co.uk Closing date: 9am 25th April 2022 Hanford is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure. Registered charity number 01001751

We are looking to recruit a Nurse Practitioner to join our small, friendly practice situated in the delightful North Dorset town of –Sherborne. We currently offer a good mix of face to face and remote consultations to best suit the needs of our patients.

The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills, enjoy working as part of a cohesive and friendly team and will relish the opportunity to help establish a new role within the practice.

Sessions available – flexible You’ll bePay – dependent of qualifications and experience Closing date Friday 29th April 2022 Administrator (approx. 24 hrs per week) to start asap We are seeking an individual to join our friendly team of Administrators.

The successful candidate will need to be confident, capable of working within the team as well as working independently. Good communication and computer skills required.

Must be flexible to cover holidays etc. Experience preferred however in-house training will be given.

(This role could be via an Apprenticeship scheme, if you would like to express an interest please inform the surgery) Closing date Friday 29th April 2022 For both positions please contact the surgery on 01935 812633 or email applesmedcentre@nhs.net to request an Application Form & Job Description

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Recruitment EXPERIENCED CARER REQUIRED To join a fantastic small team providing 1:1 care 24/7 for elderly gentleman located in The Gussages. Must have experience with dementia care. Day, night and weekend shifts available. For further information please contact: 01725 552375

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Port Regis is a delightful preparatory school for day and boarding children aged 2-13.

We are seeking to recruit candidates for a number of available roles:

BALLET TEACHER CERAMICS TEACHER SCHOOL NURSE / PARAMEDIC / HEALTH CENTRE ASSISTANT SECURITY CARETAKER

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The successful candidates can expect a competitive salary and benefits package and to join an exceptional working environment and staff team.

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Recruitment FRIENDS OF STOUR CONNECT (REG CHARITY 1179693) run services/projects to overcome social isolation across North Dorset.

To continue our growth we are seeking a TREASURER to add to our Board of 7 local people.

This is an unpaid role and can be carried out remotely with attendance (in person or remotely) at monthly Trustee meetings.

Please contact Andy Watson (Chair) on 01258 471359 or 07849618522 for an informal chat in the first instance

QUALIFIED LIVE-IN CARER required for cheery, intelligent 76-year-old disabled gentleman. Full time with flexible shared rota. Beautiful location, separate flat on-site, near Ashmore/Wilts. Seeking DBS-checked non-smoker/ driving licence. Apply to mrscharlottepollard@gmail.com

CHAMBERMAID PLUMBER MANOR HOTEL Sturminster Newton Saturdays 8am-1pm Would suit mature person Uniform provided. email; book@plumbermanor.co.uk

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GROUNDS PERSON REQUIRED to carry out general grounds maintenance duties relating to the work of Mere Town Council. Full time, permanent position. For further information and to request an application form and full job description, please contact: lindseywood@merewilts.org or tel: 01747 860701 Email: locketts@lockettsfarm.com

Squires of Shaftesbury Menswear & Schoolwear Retail We are looking for a personable, enthusiastic Assistant-Manager with good people skills to join the small friendly team in our Shaftesbury store.

Please contact Timothy Rumble (Manager) at Squires of Shaftesbury.

Tel: 01747 852455

HOUSE KEEPER/CLEANER wanted for really nice family in Tisbury. 3/4 hours twice a week (6-8 hours total).

Mondays & Fridays preferred but not essential. Must like teenagers and animals! Could be a job share.

Call 07702 273431 CARER REQUIRED. Male or Female for lady with dementia. 2 visits per day for lunch & evening meal on alternate weekends. She responds better to male company. Shaftesbury area Phone 07812487324 PROJECT CO-ORDINATOR required to help deliver a number of projects for Mere Town Council. Part-time, permanent position. For further information and to request an application form and full job description, please contact: lindseywood@merewilts.org or tel: 01747 860701

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Hours: 20 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 0630 to 0830 For further information and to download an application and 1730 to 1930 Time Rate of Pay: £9.69 per formTerm please visitonly. our website: hour plus holiday pay. https://www.leweston.co.uk/information/work-with-us Closing date for Applications: Monday 2nd May 2022 Interviews: week commencing 9th May 2022

Please send your CV with the names of two referees Leweston School committed safeguarding and promoting theSchool welfare of children and toisthe HRtoManager, Leweston young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

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Recruitment GENERAL FARM WORKER required for busy mixed farm, part-time, immediate start, Shaftesbury/Blandford area Tel 07879 452949

J. MATO REQUIRE FULLTIME TRAINEE SAUSAGE/ BURGER MAKER, full training given. 5 days a week, half day on Saturday, early starts/ early finishes. Pop in for an application form 7 West Street, Blandford DT11 7AW

URDU READER REQUIRED by postal historian for small amounts of translation work.

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POOLE LIVE-IN CARER for lady 97yrs. Quiet dementia.

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EXPERIENCED COUPLE OR SINGLE PERSON REQUIRED as part-time housekeeper/garden maintenance with 3 bedroom cottage near Shaftesbury. Dog lover, references essential and good salary. Tel 01747 828261

EXPERIENCED LIVE-IN HOUSEKEEPER,Private Estate,SW Wilts.To apply: alex@wandrlust-jobs.com CHAINSAW OPERATOR WANTED. Must hold current certificates/First aid /and insurance. Work mostly in Dorset area.

Phone 07775-664834

FRIENDLY RELIABLE CLEANER PLEASE! For 2 person household close to Horsington, 3 plus hours weekly, all natural products supplied. Also 2 hours weekly for neighbour. Good rate paid. Text 07973 346747

FULLY QUALIFIED -RELIABLE AND EXPERIENCED CARER available - Sherborne - car driver - Self employed Insured and DBS Contact 07596 891741

ADMINISTRATOR WANTED for Parish Office in Zeals. No knowledge of church matters necessary but good secretarial skills essential. Flexible hours 2 mornings 3 hours each fearoncrin@hotmail.com

VACANCY FOR POSTMASTER IN EAST KNOYLE We are looking to support an application for the right person to run the East Knoyle Post Office. The current postmistress is retiring this summer. The post office opens for 20 regular hours per week but these timings are flexible. If you would like to know more, please email: shop@wrensshop.co.uk

Senior Forester Required at the Charborough Estate in south Dorset This is a full-time permanent position. The successful applicant will be experienced in all aspects of forestry, although additional training will be available as required. Applicants should be adaptable, able to take responsibility and have high standards combined with a sense of humour.

We offer a competitive wage (with pension) and good working conditions.

VACANCY FOR FARM BUILDING FOR REFURBISHMENT, 2 days per week Thursday & Friday for the whole of the summer above minimum rate 01963 23393

CARER REQUIRED to assist 65 year old Male in his own home in Blandford 5 days a week – am & pm (can be flexible) Possible 5 hours per day. References required – Good rate of pay.

Please call 07414570863 or 07557307380

ST.GREGORY’S CHURCH MARNHULL seek to appoint an experienced and enthusiastic ORGANIST AND CHOIR DIRECTOR to develop our church music and small SATB choir for the next generation.

The focus is on church worship with opportunities for communitywide recitals.RSCM rates are given.For further information please contact Revd Gaenor Hockeygaenor@protonmail.com 01258 821605

GREENHAVEN LANDSCAPES Landscapers and labourers needed.

We are looking for skilled landscapers and general labourers to join our team. A good knowledge of hard and soft landscaping along with a can do attitude required, drivers preferred but not essential. Long term positions within an establish local company.

Previous applicants need not reapply. 07792892999 info@ greenhavenlandscapes.co.uk

Please apply with details of employment history and background to mec@charborough.co.uk

WANT TO BOOST YOUR INCOME? Gillingham and Mere Cars and Joe’s Black Cabs are looking for Part Time, Flexible, Hackney and Private Hire drivers willing to work Evenings, Weekends and Days to suit you.

You will need to be licenced by NDCC and the Company will help you through the process if you don’t already hold a licence.

INTERESTED? Please give us a call on 01745 850385, email us on “office@gnmtaxis.co.uk” or visit our website “www.gnmtaxis.co.uk”.

THE PLOUGH INN, MANSTON STAFF WANTED It is now almost a year since The Plough reopened after the renovation and expansion and we thank all of our customers for their encouragement and support. We are now ready to expand our Team by filling the following full and part time positions: Second Chef/Cook; Experienced bar and Restaurant staff.

The Plough offers a rewarding opportunity to be part of a team committed to providing a memorable experience to customers who visit this remarkable country pub.

Please e.mail Peterkellond@gmail.com with a copy of your CV or simply telephone him on 07542 646 237 for a chat about the Plough and the opportunities available.

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Recruitment Are you a passionate and professional Groundsperson looking for your next career move?

Our beautiful grounds are a proud asset to our stunning school estate and provide an inspiring natural setting for pupils, parents, staff and visitors to enjoy throughout the year.

SENIOR/DEPUTY HEAD GROUNDSPERSON £26,530 pa plus excellent benefits | Full-time, year round

We have an excellent and rare opportunity for a skilled Senior/Deputy Head Groundsperson to join us and succeed a long serving post holder. You will oversee the day-to-day running of our exceptional playing fields and ornamental lawns with the support of the Head of Grounds, Woods, and Gardens, ensuring that our surfaces are prepared to the highest standards.

If you are an experienced and passionate professional, are able to lead a small, dedicated and talented team and respond to the demands of high level sport, then we would love to hear from you. The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate a total commitment to their craft, possess a flexible attitude to work and be a good communicator.

GROUNDSPERSON £20,000 - £22,000 pa plus excellent benefits | Full-time, year-round

We are seeking a new Groundsperson who has a collaborative approach, exceptionally high standards and a good understanding of grounds and pitch maintenance and other estate duties to join this successful team. We are looking for someone who enjoys working in a team setting, communicates well and has a positive, approachable, hard-working and enthusiastic work ethic.

Bryanston offers good rates of pay and excellent terms and conditions, including: •

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For further information and to apply, please visit www.bryanston.co.uk/employment Closing date: Sunday, 24 April 2022 Bryanston is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the School is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are “spent” unless they are “protected” under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.

Part-time Deputy Verger

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Wimborne Minster church in Dorset seeks to appoint a part-time Deputy Verger The Deputy Verger is employed by Wimborne Minster PCC. S/he shares responsibility with the Verger for the smooth running of the Minster, liaising with the Parish Office and Shop on a daily basis and is accountable to the Rector and Churchwardens.

The Deputy Verger will be based in The Minster and will normally be required to work for an average of 21 hours, over three or four days. There may be an opportunity for more than 21 hours work per week.

Rate of pay £10 per hour.

For the Job Description, Person Specification and Particulars of Employment visit www.wimborneminster.org.uk or contact the Churchwarden at peter-churchwarden@wimborneminster.org.uk Enhanced DBS will be a requirement of this post.

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Recruitment LOCAL FIRM REQUIRES PAYROLL ADMINISTRATOR in a part time capacity Experience essential and qualifications preferred Please email CV to info@scottspro.co.uk Rate of pay £13.00 per hour

LOCKETTS FARM – GROOM WANTED We are looking for a full-time person to help with the day-to-day care of horses and be part of a busy yard. The role will include riding, yard management and the successful applicant must be able to turn horses out to a high standard (to include plaiting and clipping). We will provide a dynamic and happy environment in which to work, along with training if required. Excellent accommodation available if needed. HGV license a bonus but not a necessity and may be sponsored if deemed to be the right applicant. Competitive renumeration package to include extended holiday during the summer months along with additional benefits.

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We are looking for a friendly, efficient and enthusiastic person to work alongside the School Business Manager in our busy school office.

22.5 hrs per week, term time only

Pay is Grade D - £9.99 per hour Working hours: Monday & Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm Tuesday - Thursday: 8:30am - 12pm School office experience desirable but not essential as training will be provided.

For further information and anapplication pack, please visit our website:

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Closing date: Midnight on Sunday 15th May 2022 Interview Date: Friday 20th May 2022

Independent Day School Day 2School forIndependent Girls and Boys from to 13 years

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Grounds/General Maintenance Person We are looking for a dynamic, creative and positive Head of Marketing. They will become part of the next

exciting of the all school’s ensurefields on To maintain andphase develop opendevelopment areas andand playing that Dumpton continues to strengthen its position campus, with additional general maintenance duties in the market and superb reputation.

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For an 3application days per weekform duringand the further term timedetails, plus 6 additional weeks during the school holidays. please visit www.dumpton.com/vacancies Closing Date for Applications School Secretary 9am on to Monday We are seeking appoint a14 wellJune organised,

calm and efficient School Secretary to ensure School, Deans Grove the Dumpton smooth running of the reception area House, and provide Wimborne, Dorset BH21 7AFschool office. general administrative support within the busy The successful candidate will be883818 expected to work Telephone 01202 Monday, Wednesday and Thursday 8am to 2pm mpton School is Tuesday committed safeguarding thetime welfare of children and andtoFriday 8am to and 6pmpromoting during term d expects all staff volunteersweeks to share this commitment.

This post is subject to plusand 2 additional during the school holidays. an enhanced DBS check.

For an application form and further details, www.dumpton.com please visit www.dumpton.com/vacancies.

Registered Charity No 306222 Closing Date for Applications 8am on Tuesday 3 May Dumpton School, Deans Grove House,Wimborne, Dorset BH21 7AF Telephone 01202 883818 Dumpton School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. These posts are subject to an enhanced DBS check.

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Auto Electrician Skilled: Duties to Include: • Vehicle Wiring • Wiring of Internal Vehicle Body Lights • Fitting Tail-Lifts • Full UK Driving Licence required

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Working as part of the catering team in the prison service will offer you flexibility, a good salary, pension and Civil Service benefits.

Join a professional environment where you have the opportunity to mentor and oversee the work of offenders, helping them to learn new skills.

As a prison chef, you will work with offenders to prepare, cook and serve food.

Responsibilities include: • Preparing and cooking food using ingredients with minimal waste • Supporting offenders to work safely and efficiently • Co-ordinating supplies of food and ingredients • Catering for diets on grounds of religious beliefs and medical issues • Checking hygiene and contribute to the review of catering standards.

You will work a 37 hour week and shift patterns are in place Qualifications and experience: • Level 2 certificate in food production within hospitality and catering or equivalent • Food hygiene certificate at Level 2 Please use the link below to apply • 55470 - Prison Catering: Caterer - HMP Guys Marsh - MoJ (tal.net)

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PART TIME HANDYMAN/ GROUNDSMAN wanted for property near Bruton. Two days per week. Must drive and be good with machines.

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As a child there was a game that we played on long journeys in the car: “I packed my bag, and in it I put…” This is what we are doing this week. In preparation for lambing next week, we need to ensure that everything is to hand, both for them and us.

Over recent years, the ewes have given birth during the day, and we have yet to have one lamb at night. Even so, we are now slumming it in the traditional on-site shepherd’s hut, sleeping close to our flock so that the girls can be checked every few hours, day and night.

It pays to be organised, and so our lambing bag is packed and ready. What do we need? The list of contents can be as complicated as you want it to be! Gloves, iodine, bottles, tubes, kick start, replacement colostrum…

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the day, it’s easy to pass the time doing essential jobs over the field. Two years ago, we were tidying the field entrance when we heard a loud scream – one of the first-time lambers had shot out her lamb onto the floor and was looking at it as if to say, “what the heck happened there?!”

We have given ourselves a two-week lambing season this year by leaving the ram in for exactly two weeks.

Already the first due is ‘bagging up’, her teats filling and firming up, ready to feed.

These last few weeks are crucial to lamb development, so we have increased feed and access to the lick bucket.

By strip grazing and supplementing hay, we are hoping that every need is being met. The older ewes are now finding this last week arduous, and they move only when necessary, choosing to lie comfortably, chewing the cud and waiting for their moment.

The rams moved fields last week, walking beautifully to their new paddock. We had

thought that we were going to have a bit of a battle leading them, but as soon as they saw the fresh grass they hopped and skipped to pastures new. Impending fatherhood certainly has not affected Humphrey and co,

and they continue to enjoy a chilled life on the hillside of a local village. By the time this is published, hopefully lambing will have started…

Prepare to be bombarded with pictures of cute lambs in the next edition!

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by Bob Bracher A sunny spring day brought out an enthusiastic and large attendance to the South and West Wilts Hunt Point-toPoint at Larkhill on Sunday.

The charity races in aid of Racing Welfare and Wiltshire Air Ambulance were well supported, with a total of 29 horses taking part and, in the process, raising over £14,000 for the charities. The Pointto-Point races were competitive events, with the highlights being riding doubles for Zac Baker and Freddie Gordon, a training double for Jenny Gordon and another success for the veteran Southfield Theatre.

Ridden as usual by Lily Bradstock, Southfield Theatre belies his 14 years

and continues to retain his unbeaten record this season, winning the Lycetts Mixed Open Race. Setting off in front as usual he was chased all the way by Zamparelli and Cheltenham De Vaige, but despite their efforts he was not for passing and had a length to spare over Zamparelli at the line.

Watched by his owner Angela Yeoman, he relishes the good surface and will not be asked to run on a softer surface. Ridden at home by his trainer Sara Bradstock he is described as “not being easy” and will continue to race in Ladies Open or Mixed Open races while his enthusiasm remains at the same level.

Highway One O One was

the first leg of the double for Freddie Gordon and his mother Jenny in the Pat Awdry Memorial Conditions race. Pat, who was a stalwart supporter of the South and West Wilts Hunt, died last summer and it was fitting that a race was run at Larkhill in his memory. Highway One O One had only run at Badbury Rings seven days ago but despite this, and the admission that Freddie’s father Chris had told Freddie that he had to jump the last fence three times at the Dorset course, he was a convincing winner of the race. Freddie – who is still at Gregg School, Southampton – is starting to make a name for himself. This was his second victory on the gelding

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who had been suffering from the handicapper under Rules but is relishing his role as a schoolmaster.

Freddie and Jenny’s double came in the Symonds and Sampson Conditions race for Novice Riders. This time riding Captain Bucks, he set off in front and despite the attentions of Monsieur Gibraltar (ridden by Olive Nicholls) and Dandy Dan (ridden by Laure KeenHawkins), he stayed on to record a head victory at the line. Explaining his improvement in form, Jenny advised that first-time use of a visor had certainly helped and the front-running tactics had given him more enthusiasm.

His previous trainer Paul Nicholls had advised Jenny to

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The Milton Indoor Storage Services Open Maiden race was divided on the day and rider Zac Baker won both.

Firstly, riding Far From Over for owner/trainer Maurice Linehan he was always prominent and stayed on well to record a two-a-half lengths victory over Lift Me Up. Bought by his owner at Goffs as a three-year-old, he has given him time but revealed that he had not really asked the five-year-old any serious questions at home. He may be heading for the sales, but as Maurice is currently looking to apply for a permit to train under Rules, he may decide to retain the gelding.

Zac quickly doubled his score for the day and three for the weekend when riding Kauto No Risk for owner John Hargreaves and trainer Joanne Priest. This was an easier win than the previous race, as he had 10 lengths in hand at the winning line.

Bought by former jockey turned bloodstock agent Jerry McGrath after running in two Autumn point-to-points in Ireland he had been recommended to Joanne and her owner John Hargreaves.

The dam of the winner Kauto Karolyna is a full sister to the mighty Kauto Star and if he has a small proportion of his uncle’s ability, he will be an exciting prospect.

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Association. The previously raced Boy De La Vis looked to have the race at his mercy before falling at the third last leaving the unraced filly My Little Toni (ridden by Bradley Gibbs) to finish alone. Owned

by Tim Talbot from Cheshire under the name of Ratkatcha Racing, he had arrived at Bradley’s stable last summer having done some work at Oliver Greenall’s yard, but has been brought on by Bradley, his partner Claire and their staff Natalie.

The biggest field of the day of 12 horses took part in the Woolley and Wallis Restricted race over two and a half miles. Finistere had been prominent throughout under James King and he stayed on to hold off the challenge of Bloodstone (ridden by George Henderson) by a length.

Previously with Dan Skelton he won at Charing earlier in the month and continues to be on the upgrade for owners Julie Wadland and Janet Bird.

The concluding Bumper was also divided on the day with the first division being won in decisive style by Hilltown owned and trained by local National Hunt trainer Seamus Mullins.

Ridden by Paddy Barlow who was securing his second-ever winner Seamus

explained that Paddy comes in to ride out periodically and he wanted to give him an opportunity. Paddy is a vet student at Nottingham University, so this isn’t as often as he would like.

Seamus added that Hilltown was acquired in rather unusual circumstances – he had gone to a dispersal sale at the Hilltown Stud in Ireland and had acquired nine horses. This is the last of them to run and he decided to give the name of the Stud to the gelding. He might make a hurdler in time or could go down the pointto-point route next season.

The concluding division proved to be a much closer contest, with Nairobi Girl just holding off the attentions of Rockafela (ridden by Bradley Gibbs). Owned and trained by Sarah Bailey at Badminton, the mare’s dam had been bought to produce an eventer but she had been showing enough at home to warrant trying her as a racehorse. She has been doing a number of different equine options including hunting with the Duke of Beaufort’s. Given an excellent ride by Luke Scott Sarah advised that he had been recommended to her by James King

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grass, but most of the beef and youngstock are still housed, so the winter yard work continues.

Paul and I have started clearing some of the fallen branches and trees that came down courtesy of storm Eunice. It’s a job we really enjoy, firstly taking off the brush wood, then cutting up the branches to cord-wood length, and finally logging it up. Then a grandchild helps to collect it with the gator and stacks it to season in readiness for the next winter’s fires.

Our costs have risen still further. Shortages are now being found in seeds, fertiliser and all sorts of other essentials – I have heard that galvanised water troughs are particularly difficult to get hold of at the moment!

In happier news, I’ve just had a birthday, and Claire, who works wonders in the shop kitchen making our scotch eggs and pasties (among other delights) baked me a delicious cake. Now, I’m not a sweet tooth person,

which Claire is aware of because we are always celebrating birthdays at the farm. So she made a wonderful ginger cake decorated with mascarpone icing. It was a real surprise because my birthday was on a weekend, and I just didn’t expect it. My Bath Farmers’ Market team made it possible for me to have the day off, so we invited some friends to have breakfast with us at the ‘Kitchen at Kimbers’. Then we headed off to Beer, meeting up with Fran and Andrew and

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We are in the middle of our end-of-year stock takes, which is not too bad for the farm, but counting all the jars, packs and packaging in the shop takes much longer.

We now are stocking New season English asparagus – a real taste of spring! We are taking orders for Easter, including lamb and all our other tasty meat options.

Now the weather is better we once again have pigs at the farm shop. They are always a hit with our younger visitors! We buy them from smallholders as weaners, favouring Gloucester Old Spots, GLO cross and sometimes other ‘old traditional breeds’. We are always on the look-out for weaners, which we grow through to finish. We have grown pigs for all our married life, and our families before us. Traditional breeds, grown slowly, are the best tasting. They have a good layer of fat, which provides succulent, marbled meat and excellent crackling. Happy pigs taste better. Ours have deep straw beds, toys and an outside yard. Their curly tails are a sign of a happy, healthy pig, and all our pigs all have curly tails! But the cost of food will inevitably have an impact on profit and retail cost. The term “nose to tail eating” is now frequently referenced, as if it were something new, but this has always been our ethos, with all our meat animals. We sell all the edible parts of cows, pigs, sheep and poultry, including pig tails!

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On Mothering Sunday morning, my friend Jean Sellick, with her granddaughters Mabel and Esther, and I made posies for the local church Mothering Sunday service.

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Wessex Machinery Sale, Shaftesbury SP7 8BT Major Collective sale by auction of 80 Agricultural tractors & Vehicles 400 Lots of Farm Implements & Machinery 400 Lots of Associated Spares ON FRIDAY 22ND APRIL 2022 Catalogues available from our website or by post Enquiries to Simon Whaley 07971 571612 simonwhaley@scauctioneers.com On behalf of Mr M C Denning FOR SALE BY AUCTION 175.71 Acres (71.21 hectares) OF ORGANIC GRASS KEEP Comprising 134.69 Acres (54.61 hectares) in 5 Lots At Manor Farm, Fifehead Magdalen Plus 41.02 Acres (16.60 hectares) At Kings Court Palace, Gillingham Available to both Organic and Non-Organic Farmers Auction at Manor Farm, Fifehead Magdalen SP8 5RR THIS WEDNESDAY 20th APRIL 2022 at 7.00pm Sale particulars available online or by post Enquires to Iain Soutar 07971 571608 iainsoutar@scauctioneers.com Preliminary Announcement Wexland Farm, Netheravon, Salisbury SP4 9RF Dispersal Sale by auction of Modern Farm Implements, Tractors, Handlers and Machinery On FRIDAY 6TH MAY 2022 Further details in due course Enquiries to Simon Whaley 07971 571612 SALISBURY LIVESTOCK MARKET EVERY TUESDAY Tb tested and untested Cull Cows and Finished Cattle, up to 420 Store Cattle, up to 1300 Finished, Cull and Store Sheep MONDAYS (EXCEPT BANK HOLIDAYS) Calves and Weaned Calves.

Enquiries to the relevant Auctioneer Cull Cows and Finished Cattle Iain Soutar 07971 571608 Store Cattle and Calves - Ian Tanner 07891 388672 Sheep - Simon Whaley 07971 571612 New Forest Ponies and Others In conjunction with The New Forest Pony Breeding and Cattle Society and The New Forest Livestock Society WEDNESDAY 1ST JUNE 2022 in the Saleyard at Beaulieu Open to entries from Members of the NFPBCS and Commoners Defence Further details in due course For details and catalogues of all of our sales including our online timed auctions of Furniture and General Items, Sporting Goods and Carpets Visit www.scauctioneers.com 01722 321215

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FUTURE SALES REARED CALVES WEDNESDAY13Th APRIL PIGS WEDNESDAY20ThAPRIL STORE CATTLE EVERY FRIDAY ORGANIC CATTLE FRIDAY 29thAPRIL PEDIGREE BULLS WEDNESDAY 13thAPRIL Catalogues now available Please Contact Nick Hill 01373 830 033 Tom Rogers 07384 462 288 Mark Ferrett 07702 264 502 Market Office 01373 830033 SPRING STIRK FAIR WEDNESDAY 27THAPRIL Show & Sale Entries Being Taken Please contact Auctioneer Charlie Coleman 07494 588 013 SALE RESULTS WEDNESDAY 30th MARCH Prime Cattle to 224.50p/kg & £1672 Cull Cows to 193.50p/kg & £1500 Prime Lambs to 304p/kg & £150 Store Lambs to £118 Cull Ewes to £145 Calves to £305 Stirks to £485 Dairy to £2080 FRIDAY 1st April Angus x Steer 21mo to £1480 Limousin x Steer 21mo to £1440 British Blue x Steer 22mo £1400 Hereford x Steer 24mo to £1200 Limousin x Heifer 21mo to £1400 British Blue x Heifer 19mo to £1290 Simmental X Heifer 22mo to £1215 Angus x Heifer 23mo to £1145 “MARKET TABLE” FULLY REFURBISHED RESTAURANT NEW MENU Market Office 01373 830033 Frome Livestock Market, Standerwick, Frome, Somerset, BA11 2QB Email: info@fromelivestock.com Website: www.fromelivestock.com

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Are you interested new smallholders Being a farm vet guarantees variety, and that is one of the best parts of the job. No two days are the same. This is because the type of calls we attend during a day can be so different. Some are routine, planned jobs, others are emergencies, and some may be challenging cases that require further investigation and testing. Visits may include anything from pregnancy scanning and discussing herd health, to TB testing, attending an emergency lambing, or signing off products for export. The variety also encompasses a wide range of

species under our care including cattle, sheep, goats, alpacas, pigs, and reindeer.

Our farm clients also have a vast range of flock and herd sizes, these can differ from thousands of animals to a few individuals. The amount of land that is farmed for livestock and crops may also vary significantly. Some are big with hundreds of acres whilst others have smallholdings, which vary amongst themselves, from big gardens to small farms.

Some clients keep animals as part of a business and rely on farming as a sole income, whilst others may keep farm

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in joining our club? animals as pets and farming is a hobby. I always try to consider these differences in my approach and respect the client’s different priorities. A consultation with an experienced farmer who has knowledge enough to suspect a diagnosis and may have already administered medication, is very different to one where the owner does not have this training or is new to keeping livestock.

One thing that isn’t different, is that the animals receive the same level of veterinary attention and treatment options.

As vets we not only help animals, but we also love helping our clients, and all these different client relationships can be so rewarding for different reasons. Diagnosing and resolving a herd level problem that can make a farmer’s herd more productive is so satisfying.

We work in an industry that suffers from so many challenges, so, helping to make someone’s business more viable is therefore important. I also love getting

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to know client’s and their farm pets, we all have such special bonds with our pets and farm animals are no different, so it is important to be able to offer emotional support when treating and making decisions on these “family members”.

Farming can be an isolating career, it can also be a daunting one, with so much to learn. That is why I enjoy being involved with our discussion groups at Friars Moor Livestock Health.

Not only is it a great way for the attendees to meet people who are in the same farming sector, but we also hope everyone finds the talks and services we offer useful and informative. At these

groups the members, as well as the vets, often come away having learnt a lot from talking to each other too.

With this in mind, we are excited to be launching our new “Smallholders club”!

We will be holding

our first introductory meeting, free of charge, on Wednesday 18 May, at 6:30pm, at The Fox Inn Ansty. Food will be included, but places are limited, so we urge you to book via the farm office on 01258 472314 as

soon as possible, to avoid disappointment.

Anyone who classes themselves as a smallholder or is interested in keeping farm animals to learn more is very welcome.

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Automation brings welcome flexibility to local farmers Automated milking not only frees up time on a dairy farm, but also generates a huge amount of data and unlocks a whole new level of insight into cow health and performance.

As part of its Future Farming Programme, South West insurer Cornish Mutual found out about the benefits of this and other farming automation technologies.

The wealth of data generated by the Lely Astronaut milking robot can improve feed efficiency and detect potential health issues, such as mastitis.

Freeing up labour also brings a host of business and lifestyle advantages for dairy farmers. More time can be spent on farm management and other tasks such as caring for calves, said Lely Customer Sales Support Addi Kidson.

“Being able to choose where to focus your time and attention, plus the ability to take time away from the farm, can

have a huge impact on a farmer’s wellbeing too,” added Addi.

Outside the dairy industry, automation is also giving farmers in other sectors increased flexibility.

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Closer to home and trialled in Devon, the SlugBot project has developed a prototype robotic alternative to chemical slug control.

To learn more about Cornish Mutual’s Future Farming programme and other farming technologies, visit: https://www.cornishmutual.co.uk/ future-farming-programme/

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Farming SHEEP KEEP WANTED about 10 mile radius of Wincanton for a small flock of sheep Tel 07495 423751

FENCING, TOPPING AND HAULAGE Please phone Andrew 01747 855198

PAIR OF CROLWITZSER TURKEYS. 3yr old. @ £75.

Tel 01747 830263

D G & P D CROCKER Land wanted to grow grain maize crop Please call Paul 07967 388895

GRAZING FOR SHEEP WANTED 10 mile radius of Tisbury please call 07786 261967

RELIEF MILKER REQUIRED. Based just outside Blandford, Dorset.

Contact Sophie on 07866 915305 or sophie@ hemsworthfarm.com

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ORPHAN LAMBS available, near Shaftesbury 07816 328535 STARTER FLOCK OF REGISTERED PEDIGREE GREYFACE Dartmoor’s.

07949 273364 41 ACRES OF GRASS, mow or graze or possibly cattle.

01963 23392 POINT OF LAY HYBRID PULLETS, various colors and various colored egg layers. from £12 each 07437 581817 based Shaftesbury

A SMALL GROUP OF RADIO CONTROL MODEL AIRCRAFT FLYERS are looking for a small field to fly models from. Can anyone help? Renumeration available. Call John 01258 458749 / 07864 297226.

MUCK AWAY SERVICES, Site clearances, Digger & Driver hire, Tractor & Dump Trailer 07711 980871 5 REGISTERED PEDIGREE ZWARTBLES with lambs at foot. 07949 273364 RELIEF MILKER REQUIRED for 160 autumn calving pedigree holsteins nr Mappowder. Alternate weekends. Also GFW/tractor driver or student apprentice.

Contact Nick Tuke 07980 293417 HAYMAKING EQUIPMENT, Conventional baler,flat eight sledge and handler, 2.2mtr disc mower, Haybobs. All used last year.Ready to go.Owner retiring.

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MACHINERY AUCTIONS CORNWALL | DORSET | DEVON | HAMPSHIRE | SOMERSET | WILTSHIRE | LONDON

ON FARM DISPERSAL AUCTIONS

Tuesday 19 April 2022 at 10.30am Bearley Farm, Tintinhull, Yeovil, Somerset BA22 8PE Dispersal of New Holland Forager, Self -Propelled Tanker, 5 Tractors, 2 Telehandlers, 2 Volvo Articulated Dumpers, Excavator, Arable and Grassland Machinery, Livestock Equipment, Workshop Items & Miscellaneous Highlights include: New Holland FX48 Forager (01), LiteTrac Self Propelled Tanker with 12m Dribble Bar (62), Valtra T234 Versu (65), Valtra T202 Versu with Quicke Q76 Loader (61), Valtra T170 (05), Fiat 8294 2wd (93), Claas Elios 220 (63), Kubota RTV 900 (59), Plantec Ride-On Q-Bed Hydra (18), 2 x Cat TH407 Telehandlers (09 & 11), Fiat-Hitatchi EX135 Excavator, Volvo A25B and A20 Articulated Dumpers, Sumo Trio 3m Trailed Cultivator, Sumo 3 Leg Subsoiler, Amazone 5m Folding Power Harrow, WOX Greenmaster Grassland Rejuvenator, Watson 10’ Lead and Ballast

Roller, Joskin Modulo 11000ME Tanker with Linkage, SlurryKat 7.5m Lagoon Stirrer, Ranch 15t Silage Trailer, Rolland 13t Silage Trailer, Rolland TP150 Dump Trailer, 30’ Plant Trailer, Krone BigPack 80-80 Baler, Shelbourne Reynolds 19m³ & Siloking 14m³ Diet Feeders, Claas Disco 9100C Butterfly Mowers, Claas Disco 3100FC Front Mower, Krone 4 Rotor Rake, Class 880 Rake, Cherry 9’ Buckrake, Murska 700S Roller Mill, Wopa SA39 Hydraulic Foot Trimming Crush, John Shepherd Feeders, Calf Pens, etc.

On behalf of AE & HM & SE Walters (auctioneers having sold the farm)

Saturday 14 May Stoke Wake, Blandford, Dorset Collective sale of Tractors, Farm Machinery & Livestock Equipment Entries invited and to be received by Friday 22nd April

FODDER FOR SALE BY PRIVATE TREATY Please see our website for the current list of fodder available Contact 01935 382909

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A strong trade for the Hensbridge herd PB Weeks & Son of the Hensbridge Herd Herd Dispersal Report: The dispersal of the ‘Hensbridge’ herd of Pedigree Holstein Friesian cows on behalf of local client PB Weeks & Son of Laverton, Bath, had been greatly anticipated by not only local farmers, but from dairy buyers from further afield.

The sale was conducted

by Symonds & Sampson and our joint auctioneers at Frome Livestock Market on Wednesday.

A strong trade was anticipated for this highyielding, closed herd bred for

strength and depth. Autumn calving and loose housing didn’t put buyers off, as the younger 1st – 3rd lactating cows regularly made £1,600£1,800.

Top spot went to ‘Hensbridge Useful Honeybee 2’ who calved in July 2021 and is in calf to ‘Aristocrat’ in August, selling at £2,120.

She was closely followed by ‘Hensbridge Upright Jackie’ also being in her 1st lactation and due in August selling at £2,100.

The milking herd as a whole sold for an excellent overall average of more than £1,450 per head.

A terrific consignment of

in-calf heifers due in August sold for an average of £1,421, with the top two sired by Martini & Ardor each selling for £1,575.

Greg Ridout, partner & auctioneer with Symonds & Sampson extends his thanks to the Weeks family for their kind instructions to act on their behalf, and to all the team at Manor Farm for

their tireless preparation in the lead-up to Wednesday’s successful sale.

Symonds & Sampson’s Agricultural Sales department hold regular online and on-site sales of machinery, livestock, fodder, vehicles and a wide variety of stock dispersal.

Contact Greg on 01935 382909 for further details.

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East Stoke

Guide £900,000

A delightful residential farm in the heart of the Purbecks with a charming 3 bedroom farmhouse, outbuildings and 14.59 acres of land, all offering considerable potential STPP. EPC G

Guide £575,000

64.85 acres of level and productive pasture land. The Grade 3 land enjoys mains water, mature hedgerow boundaries and an area of 4.7 acres of mixed broadleaf plantation.

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Kington Magna

Guide £275,000

A 3 bedroom bungalow set in a large plot extending to 0.63 acres located on the edge of this desirable village. Subject to an Agricultural Occupancy Condition. EPC F

Sturminster 01258 472244

Sidbury

Guide £1,200,000

A well situated residential/equestrian farm set in a private location 4 bedroom bungalow with stunning views, garage, stables and range of farm buildings and 51.52 acres of pasture and woodland. EPC E

Axminster 01297 33122

Wimborne

Offers over £170,000

An attractive split of permanent pasture and woodland extending to approximately 5.73 acres, benefitting from two open fronted buildings.

Wimborne 01202 882103

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LIVESTREAM AUCTION 29 APRIL 2022 QUALIFIED | EXPERIENCED | PROFESSIONAL

Cranborne

Guide £495,000

A detached Edwardian 4 bedroom former farmhouse requiring modernisation throughout, situated within walled grounds towards the edge of this sought after village. EPC E

Wimborne 01202 843190

Blandford

Guide £160,000

A charming 2 bedroom period property forming part of a pretty terrace within walking distance of the town centre, with a pretty garden with useful outbuilding. EPC D

Blandford 01258 452670

Blandford St Mary

Guide £250,000-£275,000

A character property, formerly an antiques shop in a prime location with spacious 3 bedroom accommodation offering potential for change of use under permitted development STPP. EPC D

Blandford 01258 452670

Ferndown

Guide £10,000

The rare opportunity to acquire about 1.85 acres of reclaimed heathland on the edge of Ferndown, adjoining a SSSI and a National Nature Reserve

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Piddletrenthide

Guide £440,000

An Idyllic detached home with 4 bedrooms and garage in Piddletrenthide, in the Piddle Valley. This characterful cottage has the river Piddle winding through its South-facing cottage gardens. EPC F

Dorchester 01305 261008

Iwerne Minster

Guide £385,000

A charming 2 bedroom mid-terraced house with plenty of character dating back from 1870 with a lovely west facing front garden in the popular north Dorset village of Iwerne Minster. EPC E

Sturminster 01258 473766

Sturminster Newton

Guide £850,000

A beautifully presented, totally renovated and remodelled 4 bedroom detached house with ample parking and a double garage situated within walking distance of the town centre. EPC C

Sturminster 01258 473766

Child Okeford

Offers Over £1,200,000

A substantial 4-5 bedroom detached house with excellent family accommodation, lovely gardens and a superb swimming pool in just under an acre on the edge of the village. EPC E

Sturminster 01258 473766

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Marnhull

Offers Over £1,250,000

A lovely 6 bedroom former Georgian Rectory with extremely spacious flexible family accommodation of over 4000 sq ft, gardens and field totalling 1.63 acres. 3 stone barns currently providing superb storage with scope for development subject to necessary consent. EPC E

Sturminster 01258 473766

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Cranborne: Guide of £495,000

Symonds & Sampson’s collective property auctions are renowned as excellent hunting ground for those seeking a project, and the online auction on 29th April is no exception.

A charming Edwardian former farmhouse in Cranborne dates back to 1905, and is a fantastic renovation project for somebody looking to create a forever home. Standing in walled gardens on the outskirts of the village, it is for sale with a guide of £495,000.

A character, mixed use property in a prominent position in Blandford St Mary offers potential to an owner/occupier to relocate their business, or potentially for redevelopment subject to planning permission. Above the retail premises is a 3 bedroom living accommodation with a pretty cottage garden to the rear. The Guide is £250,000–£275,000.

Tucked away in Bryanston Street and within walking distance of Blandford town centre is a charming three storey town house with a pretty garden area and outbuilding suitable for converting to a home office. The property offers a great house for an owner occupier or an investor, it has previously been let for £695 per calendar month. The Guide is £160,000.

1.85 acres of reclaimed heathland at Ferndown and 0.89 acres of woodland at Shinfield near Reading complete the properties to be sold by livestream auction on 29th April, visit www.symondsandsampson.co.uk or call 01258 452670 for further information.

Blandford St Mary: Guide of £250,000–£270,000

Bryanstone Street, Blandford: Guide of £160,000

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Extremely rare sale of Arne farmhouse and land A farmhouse in a unique position in the Dorset countryside has been put up for sale for the first time in almost 40 years.

Maranoa Slepe Farm, which is situated on the Arne peninsula, comprises a farmhouse and barn in approximately 127 acres of pasture and comes with a guide price of £2,950,000.

The three bedroom brick built farmhouse, which comes with scope for improvement, lies within a quiet location with breath-taking views to both Poole Harbour and Corfe Castle. Built in 1984, the farmhouse has an agricultural occupancy condition and enjoys an adaptable layout comprising a sitting room, office, kitchen, study, two sun rooms and a utility room.

Some years ago an attached double garage was converted to provide a large integrated store room, which could readily provide an additional large reception room if required. At first floor level the three double bedrooms and two bathrooms are all accessed off a central landing, with the principal bedroom, which en-suite bathroom, enjoying a spectacular view of Poole Harbour. Along with the farmhouse is a portal-frame barn with lean-to covered area and farm yard.

The farmland at Maranoa Slepe Farm extends to around 127 acres and is predominantly well-fenced permanent pasture, divided into manageable sized fields. The farm has been run in hand since its purchase by the current vendors in 1982.

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stunning heathland peninsula that projects northwards from the Isle of Purbeck into Poole Harbour, the second largest natural harbour in the world. Within this tiny village is the delightful early 13th century church of St Nicholas and a handful of residential properties that stretch down to the shoreline at Shipstal Point. Arne is in the designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and is the centre of the RSPB reserve with some 1,000 acres with a unique array of fauna and flora as well as being home to a large herd of Sika deer.

Ashley Rawlings, head of residential sales at Savills in Wimborne, says: “It’s really not often that opportunities like these come along. Purbeck has always been desirable but, with good connections to London from Wareham as well, popularity has continued to grow. To find a farmhouse and garden ring fenced by its own land with glorious views in all directions is extremely rare indeed.” Fred Cook, director in the rural agency team at Savills Salisbury, whose team are assisting with the sale, adds: “Historically the farm has been managed to enhance the flora and fauna, with some years seeing a single cut of SELF-CONTAINED haylage and silage taken. The ACCOMMODATION on quiet generous acreage makes this farm near Yeovil Tel 01935 891817 incredibly rare sale an even more appealing opportunity for a lifestyle WEST BAY 2 BEDROOM farmer, with a number of potential ground floor holiday flat to let options to consider.”

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£575,000 East Stour

A delightful semi-detached Victorian cottage situated in a semi rural position with views over adjoining fields. Living room with wood burner, large garden, two driveways with space for several cars, en-suite shower room, spacious kitchen, 3 double bedrooms and conservatory. EPC Rating: E.

An exceptionally well presented three bedroom detached bungalow situated in a wonderful position with delightful views over adjoining fields.

Spacious living accommodation, two reception rooms, large kitchen, utility room, double garage, shower room, en-suite shower room and attractive garden with paved terrace. EPC Rating: D.

WINCANTON

£410,000

An individual and deceptively spacious four bedroom detached bungalow which enjoys the benefit of a large landscaped garden. Characterful sitting room, separate dining room, large kitchen/breakfast room, master bedroom with dressing room and en-suite and useful attic room.

EPC Rating: D.

SOUTH CHERITON

£430,000

A substantial three bedroom detached bungalow situated in a small close in the sought after village of South Cheriton. Spacious sitting room with open fire, separate dining room, kitchen/breakfast room, utility/boot room, en-suite shower room, attractive landscaped garden and garage.

£430,000 Wincanton

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A four bedroom detached house with far reaching views. Stunning kitchen/diner with double doors to a delightful garden, spacious living room, en-suite showerfour room, workshop/ A spacious bedroom terrace house situated within a short walk of home office and garage.

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BRUTON

£225,000

Impressive four bedroom detached house set within a stunning mature garden. Spacious living accommodation including two reception rooms, utility, fitted kitchen, garage & with An exceptionally wellconservatory, presented three bedroom semi-detached house parking several cars. and EPCcountryside Rating: D. beyond. stunning far reaching views for over Wincanton

WINCANTON

£226,500

Sitting room, stylish fitted kitchen, master bedroom with en-suite shower room, cloakroom, driveway and garage alongside property, landscaped garden. EPC Rating: C.

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£350,000 Holbrook WINCANTON

£145,000

£295,000 Yeovil WINCANTON

£179,950

An individual detached bungalow situated on the outskirts of Wincanton An elegant, stylish and beautifully presented ground floor apartment being An attractive two bedroom mid terrace house situated in a small close on A spacious two bedroom semi-detached house situated on a popular with a large garden.

Generous room sizes, twositting double bedrooms, twobathroom, one of four properties converted from anisimpressive House. a mature development.

Spacious room, kitchen/diner, residential development.

The property presented in Victorian excellent order and reception rooms, kitchen, huge loftgarden, with potential convertideal intoinvestment additionalor firstPrivate entrance, kitchen overlooking the communal easy to maintain allocatedto parking, enjoys the wonderful benefit of a car port, long driveway, enclosed garden, gardens, sitting accommodation (STPP), some stunningroom, sittingfitted room, two bedrooms, stylish en-suite to bath/shower room. time buy.

EPCupdating Rating: C.required. EPC Rating: D. kitchen, conservatory and potential extend (STPP).

EPC D. Rating: D. EPC Rating:

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