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Mother Nature’s miracle says trust your instincts

One in se ven babies in the UK is born prem ature or needing c are on a neonatal unit

When Kimberly Kirby’s waters broke prematurely, she found herself struggling in the hospital system LAST YEAR, IN the midst of lockdown, Kimberly Kirby gave birth prematurely at 30 weeks, to her baby boy Elwood. The emotional trauma she experienced has since given her the drive and focus to help raise more awareness to the impact on family life. Here, she shares her story as she undertakes a 100km walk for Bliss, the charity for babies born premature or sick.

That first moment

“From the start, Elwood’s pregnancy was completely different to Isabella’s, my five-year-old daughter. At 28 weeks, my waters must have broken. Bella was breach so I had a planned caesarean. I just didn’t know what ‘waters breaking’ felt like. The next night I had blood in my urine, got to A&E at Yeovil Hospital to be told ‘everything seemed fine’, and was advised to drink plenty of water to ensure there was ‘fake water’ around the baby. I’d never heard this before. ‘Carry on as normal, take it easy’ they said – no mention of stopping work or bed rest. My waters had broken, but my contractions hadn’t started, so I did what I was advised, carried on with life, but with so many niggling pains – I should have trusted my instincts. When I hit 30-weeks my waters officially broke. The fluid was pink. I called 111, went straight to emergency, to be told, ‘You’re okay; pink = okay; red = bad. Just keep going to your appointments.’ But I couldn’t shake the feeling that something was wrong. A strange pain at the top of one leg lasted all day, but I got through – I didn’t want to be a nuisance. That evening I put Bella to bed, and ate dinner with Bruno, when suddenly I was projectile vomiting with blood dripping down my legs. I dashed straight back to hospital, blaming the stress of the past few weeks, never knowing ‘why’. I still don’t. When I got to the hospital, I was put in a bed right by the nurse’s station. I know now that that’s a ‘hot spot’: if you’re there you’re top priority. I didn’t stay long. Next thing, I’m wearing a mask in the middle of a pandemic, having an emergency C-section, 16 people assisting the birth at 30 weeks: it was surreal, yet all I could focus on was ‘my baby needs to be safe.’ I remember I was being asked ‘what name have you chosen for your baby’. Bruno and I thought that was odd. In hindsight did they think he wouldn’t survive? We understood nothing.

They removed Elwood super-fast; my husband was shocked by the speed. Four minutes of CPR followed; our baby wasn’t breathing. The medical team were amazing. They managed to get him back round and put his tiny body in a little bag to keep him warm, then straight into an incubator, and whisked away from me. He weighed just three pounds. I’m being sewn up, my baby’s gone, and I never even touched him.

The Special Care Baby Unit

I was taken to recovery, but nobody could tell me at this point what was going on. I didn’t know if Elwood had even survived the birth. Unbeknown to me, they had been working on him in Special Care Baby Unit (SCBU), for a couple of hours. Once he is stable enough to travel, the hospital calls a team called Neo-Natal Emergency Stabilisation Team (NEST) to safely transfer Elwood from Yeovil to a specialist high dependency unit at Taunton. Neither Bruno nor I could go with him; everything felt so traumatic.

Kimberly and Bruno’s baby, Elwood, was born at 30 weeks by emergency C-section, in the middle of a pandemic

It was 24 hours before I was able to see him and, due to coronavirus, we could only visit as ‘mum’ and ‘dad’ for an hour a day. In the high-dependency unit, nurses are working under such pressure keeping your baby alive doing what you would have done in your womb. As a mum, not a lot happens in those days. You’re included in the process, but you don’t really understand what’s going on and the doctors and nurses don’t have the time to explain everything.

The impact on family life

What was supposed to be the happiest time of our lives was cruelly taken away. Not bringing Elwood home increased my guilt with Bella. We’d given her a sibling yet come home to an empty Moses basket with no baby. I’d spend countless hours expressing milk, with no child. My ‘job’ at this stage was to provide milk. The nurses were encouraging, saying,

Give your support According to Bliss (Baby Life Support Systems) one in seven babies is born premature or needing special care on a neonatal unit: possibly the hardest start in life for a baby, and the parents. Founded in 1979 by the parents of premature and sick babies, Bliss is now the leading UK charity dedicated to supporting young babies, families, and NHS staff at this critical time. It works tirelessly to highlight the emotional and physical difficulties of having a baby midterm. “Bliss is an amazing charity,” says Kim, “I don’t really know what I would have done without it. Volunteers give support when you are in SCBU, even supplying the things that you don’t realise you need, like tiny premature nappies. Simple things like this make you feel that you’re not alone on this harrowing journey.” If you’d like to find out more, call Bliss on 020 7378 1122, or check out bliss. org.uk. If you need advice or support, email hello@bliss.org.uk.

blackmorevale.net “look at all that milk you produced.” It was a really big thing for me every day: I ‘got it’ because I’d already had a child. But what if this was your first experience of childbirth? There’s so little time for understanding or support. It’s a surreal experience. At 32 weeks we were able to take Elwood back to Yeovil Hospital, where he stayed for a further five weeks. I couldn’t stay with him, but occasionally had a camp bed next to his incubator. The hospital sends photos of your baby overnight and during the day, for when you can’t be there, but seeing photos of another person holding your new baby: it’s an awful feeling. At least he was closer. Guilt became my life. The constant struggle of trying to balance my time between Elwood and Bella got me feeling so low from the endless travel and constant worry, that I thought “what’s the meaning of life? If he almost lost his life that early what’s the point?” I called my GP and told them that I thought I had postnatal depression, but was just prescribed antidepressants when I could have used a counsellor or someone to talk to. BLISS (Baby Life Support Systems) is where I got my support. I was given a package and leaflet by the hospital nurses with useful items such as tiny nappies. Suddenly it felt as if there was something,

New Blackmore Vale, 24 June 2022 wrong with him. But it is nerve-wracking. The issues don’t stop just because he’s out of the baby unit and home. I look at his correctional age, which is 10 weeks less, and we are aware he ‘should be’ doing more than he is. He has developed a slight condition with his eyes called nystagmus: an involuntary rhythmic side-to-side, motion of his eyes. It’s quite common in premature babies as their eyes had to adjust to the outside world too soon, even though premature babies often wear eye masks. It is just another thing to keep monitoring. Everyone says, “it’s okay, he’ll get there”, but I know that I need to keep pushing now, in these early stages: that’s a big responsibility. We don’t want him to struggle when he starts school if he can get the help he needs now. I’m like the coordinator of his care: we go to a physiotherapist, an osteopath, consultant, and speech therapist: I’m in the middle of a maze. If someone asks how’s Elwood, all I can say is “it’s a process”.

“When you’ve had a ‘normal’ C-section birth, you think you know what to expect second time round. Nothing can prepare you for the shock of your whole life being turned upside down for ever more” Kim Kirby someone, out there who understood precisely what we were going through. Bliss offer support and simple solutions that make sense: knitted octopuses that the baby plays with instead of the electrical cords to their monitoring devices. They also support the clever idea of placing a little knitted square down your bra so that it smells of you to then give it to your baby to provide extra comfort and encourage bonding when you can’t be there. I was always worried that I wouldn’t have the same bond with him because I wasn’t able to hold him as much as I did Bella, but the nursing teams have been incredibly encouraging and the knitted squares help too.

Getting Elwood home

One of the hardest times when you are waiting to find out if your baby is okay, is to share a ward with other new mothers, hearing their babies cry instead of your own. The best was seven weeks later when, at 5lbs, we finally got Elwood home and felt like a complete family at last. We’ve been through so much together, but it still feels like the beginning. When a prem baby reaches 37 weeks, and all is stabilised, you are sent on your way, as if there is nothing

Today Elwood is thriving, much to the delight of big sister Bella!

The family’s future

Now, 16 months later, I’m finding new strength from the experience and want to help raise awareness for the problems of isolation and information surrounding caring for a baby born prematurely. Bruno and I know we have a long

journey ahead of us until we understand the full, long-term impacts of Elwood’s premature birth, but to look at Elwood now you would never know the battle he’s already had to face so early on in life. I am trying not to make exceptions for him. Now that he can move more, and he has to go to hospital appointments all the time, Bella is jealous of him, because she thinks going to the hospital is fun. I had to try to make it appear fun as she doesn’t want to

know he is in pain. But now she thinks he’s having fun, and he needs a lot of my time. It’s getting better. There was a time when Bruno couldn’t put Elwood down to sleep because he’d just want me. Now I need to leave the house for Bruno to put him to sleep because I guess in his head, I’d left him, and he’s worried I’ll leave him again. The need to protect my baby but also live my own life is forever a question of balance. My aim now is to continue to raise money and awareness for Bliss, and as Elwood’s development changes I would like to look at doing things for nystagmus to help support the issues that don’t get the recognition but that are close to my heart. I would also like to open up some sort of forum for people to talk. It’s all part of my closure to that part of my life. We don’t talk enough about the lack of services for premature babies or the lack of funding for small charities that are busy doing an amazing job. This first walk is my new start.

Walk the walk… This weekend (25-26 June), Kim will be taking part in the 100km (62-mile) Cotswold Way Challenge to raise money for Bliss. “I’m not a runner,” says Kim “so I’ll definitely be walking. I’ve been training with my friend Anna, who will be doing it with me. The longest we’ve done is 18 miles, so we’ll be taking it slow to achieve the distance. My aim is to get the message of help and support out there and to put funds back into the charity. My JustGiving page is dedicated to raising awareness to benefit more parents for the future.” If you’re in the area, join Kim and over 2,000 adventurers, each with their own mission. The challenge sets out from Cirencester, looping through the heart of the Cotswolds, with some fabulous views en route. You can cheer Kim on from the side-line, and don’t forget to help contribute to her JustGiving page with all donations to Bliss Charity and to raise awareness of the loneliness of having a premature baby if you are able. You can donate to Kim’s JustGiving page tinyurl.com/y4ry29wb.

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Go orienteering for wellness by Nicci Brown

THE FIRST OF two new orienteering courses was launched in Blandford on Saturday 11 June, when Mayor Colin Stevens and his wife Chris untied the ribbon around the marker post in the Marsh & Ham car park. The courses are being jointly funded by Public Health Dorset and Blandford Town Council, and supported by the Blandford Group Practice, Wessex Orienteering, Wimborne Orienteers, Dorset Council Rangers and David Cowgill, a local resident. The first course offers an accessible 2km route suitable for prams, wheelchairs and mobility scooters, as well as a longer 5km route, and everyone is urged to have a go. According to the NHS, the health benefits of being active including reducing risk of major illnesses, boosting self-esteem, sleep quality and energy, as well as reducing the risk of stress, depression, dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. Spending time outside and in nature is also great for mental wellbeing, and just 30 minutes of walking can improve cardiovascular fitness, help reduce excess body fat, strengthen bones, build muscle power and increase endurance. Coaches from Wessex Orienteering and Wimborne Orienteers, who will be monitoring the use of the course, spent the Saturday helping people unused to orienteering get started. The app Maprun6 is now available to download from wimborneorienteers.org.uk and is used to collect points at various plaques

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laid along the route. Returnable maps are also available to borrow from the Whitecliff Surgery, Blandford Library, Tourist Information Centre and Black Cactus Café in Greyhound Yard. A second Blandford course will be opened later this year based on the Milldown, and they are two of several already available and planned in North Dorset, at Sturminster Newton, Gillingham and Sherborne, and at other places throughout the county.

Mayor Blandford Colin Stevens and his wife Chris, the Mayoress, untie the ribbon to launch the Blandford orienteering course

Dawn to dusk

Celebrate the magical transitions of sunrise and sunset with a series of events around the beautiful Dorset AONB by Faith Eckersall FOLLOWING THE RECENT Green Space Dark Skies – an immersive event at dusk which formed part of the pan-UK Unboxed festival of creativity – the Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty has launched its own Dawn to Dusk Festival. The Festival started on 21 June (the Summer Solstice) and continues until 10 July in various spots around the county. Wildlife experts, artists, storytellers and archaeologists will lead strolls, workshops, talks and hikes. • Take a free History Hillfort Hike at Hambledon Hill and Hod Hill on Sunday 26 June from 9am-12.30pm. The eight-mile hike will be led by archaeologist Steve Wallis and explore the histories of Roman forts and Civil Wars. • Join Dorset Forest Bathing on a mindful walk in nature on Sunday 26 June, from 6pm-8pm at Milldown Nature Reserve, Blandford Forum. You’ll be introduced to the Japanese practice of forest bathing, and find out how it is beneficial both physically and emotionally. In a small group you will be guided through gentle exercises to help you unwind and relax. • An evening walk with the aim of spotting notoriously shy nightjars as well as bats in flight takes place at Black Down, Portesham, on Friday 8 July from 8pm-11.30pm. It’s lead by experts Danny Alder and Brian Cresswell. • Meanwhile, the free Walks for Wellbeing events, starting from Park Walk, Shaftesbury, take place throughout the summer, from 10-11.30am. For further details of these and all the other events featured, plus others in the festival visit dorsetaonb.org.uk/events.

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Picnic picking to perfection

As we step up the picnic season, spare an extra thought for that piece of plastic and where you’re about to put it! A WHOPPING 34,000 pieces of litter weighing 1,200kg (the equivalent weight of a giraffe!) was estimated to have been removed from Dorset’s streets, green spaces and beaches as part of the recent Litter Free Dorset Challenge. Over 70 per cent of the litter comprised plastic, which is consistent with data collected from the joint Preventing Plastic Pollution project. The most common type of litter identified were cigarette butts and plastic wrappers used for sweets, crisps and snacks. Making up the top five culprits were drinks cans and bottles plus unidentifiable plastic pieces, highlighting the issue that plastics break down into smaller fragments when exposed to the elements. Nearly 200 Dorset residents recently turned up and took on the Litter Free Dorset Challenge, a joint project run by Litter Free

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Dorset and the Preventing Plastic Pollution project. Participants were invited to pick a challenge of their choosing to take on over the month and could also fund raise for Litter Free Dorset to contribute towards enabling the challenge to run again in 2023. “A big thank you to everyone who grabbed a litter picker and got involved with this year’s Litter Free Dorset Challenge,” said Sophie Colley, Litter Free Dorset’s coordinator. “It’s been fantastic to see everyone’s updates in the LFD Challenge Facebook group and the community support given for everyone involved. We hope the participants have all been inspired to continue their litter picking activities into the future. A big shout out to one young litter picker who fundraised £105 towards the next LFD Challenge as part of their challenge.” Challengers were also invited to record litter-related data on behalf of the Preventing Plastic Pollution project to help inform solutions to tackle plastic pollution

long term. “We were thrilled to see so much enthusiasm from the younger generation,” added Amanda Arnold, Preventing Plastic Pollution Researcher. “Over half of all participants were under-16, or parents with their children. Extra special thanks to the litter hero that recorded litter surveys for all 31 days of May.” This Litter Free Dorset Challenge initiative is supported by Queen Mary University of London and co-financed by the Interreg France (Channel) England programme through the Preventing Plastic Pollution project. For more information about the Litter Free Dorset Challenge, contact: litterfreedorset@dorsetcouncil.gov.uk.

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MEET SAM CANDY and her dog, Rosie, the first of a new batch of recruits who responded to our recent appeal for doggie volunteers to visit Dorset care homes. The plea was on behalf of Caring Canines, the self-funded service co-founded by friends, Sue Dennett and Julie Lankshear, which coordinates the visits. The response was immediate and a new team of visitors – both dry- and wet-nosed and including Sam and her 10-year-old sprocker Rosie, from Ferndown – are now ready. Sue says: “Rosie was the first dog mentioned in the magazine, so she’s very special to us. “Thanks to your article in the New Stour and Avon and New Blackmore Vale magazines the response was amazing. A few people lived out of area, but we gave them contacts for national dog-assisted therapy charities, so they can help spread the doggy magic. “Other new members are visiting across Poole, Bournemouth and Christchurch,” says Sue, “and Julie and I thank you for your help and support in finding us so many new people to make the difference to people’s lives.” “We had 20 enquiries, from which 12 people and their dogs joined us - they’ve started to visit and share the happiness offered by the dogs. The first, Sam and Rosie, are now visiting a Ferndown

Granny gets a grip

A time for change, as disability tools designed for all ages become more stylish and inclusive by Katrina Ffiske MIRANDA THOMAS AND Sophie Dowling are determined to make getting old easier and fun. Together they source everyday products that are both practical and stylish and sell them via their website, www.grannygetsagrip.com. I went to meet Miranda, based near Tisbury, to hear the story behind their inspirational company.

home where Rosie’s gentle Caring Canines: Sam Candy manner is appreciated by staff with her sprocker Rosie and residents alike.” Sam says: “I knew Rosie would enjoy the fuss. She’s a very friendly and affectionate girl, so why not share that joy? “The advert came at the right time. I tried to volunteer at Bournemouth Hospital but due to Covid they were unable to take new people on, so I thought, ‘why not do something with my pet to help others instead’?” The first visit went well. “We met residents in the lounge, in the gorgeous garden and toured their rooms,” she says. “Rosie was keen to sniff everywhere, but I’m told she’ll calm down after a few visits!” And the best part of being a Canine Carer? “For Rosie no doubt all the treats and endless stroking,” Sam says. “It was nice to see the residents’ enjoyment from Rosie’s interaction, which led to lots of chats. Rosie’s tail did not stop wagging, so she obviously had a great time!”

“Why do we have to put up with ugly objects in our houses when we get old?” Miranda asked while showing me round the warehouse. We are surrounded by shelves full of well-designed and incredibly practical everyday aids. There are brightly coloured booster cushions, easy to carry from room to room and a stylish addition to any sofa. For gardening lovers there are easy-grip trowels and forks. The Granny Gets a Grip zip pulls made from colourful ribbon would instantly jazz up a coat. The inspiration for the business came after Sophie and Miranda saw their mothers frustrated in old age. “Our mothers were great friends, so we have been too since we were small,” Miranda said. “Sadly, both suffered as they aged. We were horrified about how little there was out there to help them and anything we did find was clinical and ugly. ‘I don’t want that thing in my house,’ my mother told me as I drilled holes for a much-needed white plastic, handrail. The large, ugly, plastic feet I had to put under her favourite armchair, to help her get out of it with ease, were also banished! So many pieces of useful equipment we bought for our respective mums were dumped in a dusty corner while they battled on in pain.”

Inspiration strikes Miranda and Sophie have curated a collection of gadgets that are both useful and beautiful

Sophie was exasperated more recently when her father became ill, and the same products started creeping into the house. “I had an enthusiastic call early one morning,” Miranda said. “It was Sophie saying she

had a business idea – could I come and see her? Intrigued, I was with her by lunchtime and by the end of the day Granny Gets a Grip had been born.” At 58, both Miranda, a former physics teacher from Shaftesbury School and Sophie, a website designer, realise that old age is around the corner, and are determined to put their experience to good use. “The older generation get forgotten and we want to change that,” Miranda said. “We’re all at fault of sitting back and just hoping life will be OK when we get old, and yes, we may struggle, but there are so many products out there that can make our lives easier. We like to think of ourselves as the curators of useful things. When someone is in pain, or they are caring for a relative, you don’t have time to look for things. Sometimes you don’t even know what you are looking for. We do all the research for you.” What would Sophie’s and Miranda’s mothers have thought of Granny Gets a Grip? “We often think of them, and I can hear my mother commenting from above. It makes me sad to think that we could have made their lives easier. I like to think that my mother would have welcomed our oak handrails with chrome brackets, locally created in Tisbury, and stylish bamboo furniture raisers!” Before leaving I do a little shopping for myself: a pair of Coverspecs for driving, and a pelvic wedge cushion for that uncomfortable chair in my office. I really do highly recommend a shopping trip!

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Hydrogen: the fuel of the future?

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How much do you really know about the magic molecule being touted as the solution to the current energy crisis… by Brian MacReamoinn HIS CRITICS HAVE recently accused Boris Johnson of waving a magic wand as he attempts to solve the current energy crisis. The Prime Minister and his cabinet have been championing hydrogen as a viable alternative to fossil fuels like oil, saying it’s the right path to take. As a result, hydrogen power is now one of the main planks of the government’s energy strategy. But is this all just gas or is there any substance to the claims? Before examining the pros and cons of hydrogen as an alternative fuel source, it’s worth looking at the stuff itself. Hydrogen is present in the universe in vast quantities. It’s in the sun and many stars. Here on earth, it can be found in water and hydrocarbons like natural gas. It is the simplest molecule, composed of two individual hydrogen atoms joined together. Atoms are building blocks of all matter, hence the old science joke about never trusting atoms because they make up everything.

Abundant and renewable

Hydrogen (symbol H) occupies pride of place in the top left-hand corner of the Periodic Table – a chart that contains all the known gases and metals. Incidentally, this remarkable intellectual achievement celebrated its 150th birthday a few years ago. An Englishman, Henry Cavendish, is credited with the discovery of hydrogen. Those NBVM readers of a classical bent will know that the word derives from the Greek for “water-producing”; and, of course, water consists of two hydrogen atoms and one oxygen atom – hence H²O. What are the merits and what are the drawbacks of this “magic ingredient”? First, it’s widely available and is renewable, unlike fossil fuels. Also, its green credentials are top-class, because it’s a clean fuel and does not give off harmful emissions. When used to power cars and buses, the only byproduct is water. It’s odourless and non-toxic to humans or animals. Compared with oil and coal, hydrogen is very environmentally friendly. So why hasn’t it been adopted on a bigger scale? The trouble is that extracting it is difficult and expensive. Another problem is storage: it’s not easy to handle. It has to be transported under high pressure as a gas or at very low temperatures in liquid form. In addition, because it so flammable, it is highly dangerous. Hydrogen definitely has the potential to be one solution to the energy situation, but there are still plenty of obstacles in the way. The UK government, along with those other countries who have invested heavily in hydrogen as the fuel of the future, will be hoping these obstacles can be overcome.

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Explain your curious dissertation that ‘Georgette Her debut novel, Heyer helped to win World War 2’? A Lady’s Guide to Perhaps it was a little hyperbolic to say she won World War 2… Fortune-Hunting, But not by much! My dissertation was exploring the fact that the popularity of historical romance generally – and Georgette Heyer received rapturous – peaked massively during the Second World War. It reviews, and at just 27 specifically was a phenomenon noticed at the time, anecdotally, in surveys, and Sophie Irwin is in the media: The Times in 1939 called reading for pleasure “our already on book two. safest refuge from the mental torment of war” (The Bookseller, in 1940, also wrote very snippily that public taste by 1940 was “mere She attended The drunk and disorderly novel reading”, which is so funny). Gryphon School and With bombing, rationing and pervasive fear eroding the national mood, the UK turned to Regency Romance as a vital form of studied at Oxford, escapism – one that, I believe, bolstered national spirit and enabled where her people to carry on. Heyer herself as aware of this, writing to her dissertation asserted publisher – with her usual self-deprecation – that “I think myself I that Georgette Heyer ought to be shot for writing such nonsense, but it’s unquestionably good escapist literature; and I think I should rather like it if I were helped to win the sitting in an air-raid shelter”. This was a pattern that was to continue – in times of peak Second World War…

When did you first discover a passion for historical romantic fiction?

I started reading historical romance when my Grannie gave me a stack of old Georgette Heyer books when I was around 13. They belonged to my Grandad, who had died the year before, and she thought I might enjoy them – she was right, and as soon as I read the first one (Arabella) I was hooked. It was Heyer that got me into Austen, though their influence runs in the reverse, and I love them both for their wit, cleverness and romance – their sharply drawn characters and warm, knowing narrative. Historical romances are simply the best form of escapism that I have ever known and it’s a passion I will never tire of.

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international stress, we turn to Heyer and Austen and historical romance more than any other genre. As we all saw, in the early months of the pandemic in 2020.

What attracts you to the Regency period specifically? The Regency period was so short – only a sliver of a decade at the close of the Georgian period – that its appeal could seem disproportionately enormous. But I think the fleeting nature of the period is a huge part of its appeal. The Regency years were the last, brightest days of Georgian decadence: a decade famed for its elegance and wit, before the slow onset of Victorian puritanism. And the close attendance to rituals and rules amongst all the revelry, the Regency seems to provide the most glittering, lavish and fascinating setting possible. It was a time of cultural and material excess and the novels set in this time lean all the way into its frivolity and vibrancy – the antithesis to whatever stress or weariness that might be plaguing you. You only have to look at the words used to review Regency romances – always ‘bubbly’, ‘sparkling’, ‘frothy’ – to understand that their livening and reinvigorating experience. It’s the perfect backdrop for a comedy of manners – which is the genre of novel that most commonly finds its home here.

Were you inspired by Bridgerton’s revival in the nation’s passion for historical drama and romance?

I started my novel in 2019, a while before Bridgerton came to screens, so I wouldn’t say I was inspired by the TV series – though I did love it! And it was brilliant for introducing so many readers to the genre, who might never otherwise have realised how fabulous it is.

How do you think it is relevant in 2022?

I don’t think it’s any coincidence that Regency Romance is having such a revival at the moment, given the intensely stressful and uncertain times the world has just experienced. Historical romances are built for stress relief. It’s in their bones. For time-pressed and stressed readers living through the unprecedented, a genre that is witty, adventurous, romantic and that guarantees a happy ending by its very DNA, is one of the safest and most comforting spaces there is – which is why it amuses me when critics of the genre cite its predictability, its dependence upon tropes, as proof somehow of its stupidity. The predictability is the whole point! And within this framework, romance writers do hard and clever work, following and bending and flirting with the genre’s rules to still create excitement, tension, and sense of danger and stakes, for a reader who starts the novel knowing the ending!

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How important is a strong-willed heroine in today’s fictional narrative?

I think there has always been an appetite for strong-willed heroines – determined against all the odds, soldiering through whatever adversity the plot is throwing at them – though I think the difference now is that we’re also more interested in exploring more nuanced heroines. The role of heroine is becoming more complex, more three-dimensional and more varied, and I think this is really important – for so long, popular culture has tended to represent women quite simplistically, and I think it’s exciting to see so many more different versions of what a heroine can look and act like.

then also on the other hand as perpetuating damaging views on gender roles (the hero as provider etc, women as needing rescuing). I think on both counts, women’s escapist fiction is cleverer and more valuable than society sees it – and is often doing fascinating interrogations of gender and feminism, deep below the surface, all while delivering huge enjoyment in spades, which isn’t something that can always be said for the very literary and worthy novels of the age. One of my key hopes for my novel is that it might show some readers who wouldn’t think the genre is for them, that it can be – especially young women!

Explain the ladylike fortune-hunter…

What other projects do you have on the go?

The title is meant to be a bit pithy, a bit funny – lady to reference the time period, and then to contrast with the fortune hunting, which is really not a ladylike activity – to give a clear sense of the plot, and to show that the novel plays with the genre a little. Historically in Regency romances, the villains are fortune hunters and the heroines are morally pure women who would never pursue a man for his money – in my book this is flipped, where the heroine is the fortune hunter, and alongside all of the usual romance and escapades, the book also explores the difficulty of being a woman at this time, and disorders some of the gender norms of the time, bringing perhaps a bit of a modern perspective/ sensibility to bear on the genre.

Although it’s a standalone title, my next book is in the Lady’s Guide series, set in the same world, and in the same period, exploring the life of Eliza, the Dowager Countess of Somerset, who finds herself suddenly rich and independent after the death of her (awful) husband. It’s going to be a lot of fun… I used to work as an editor (on the other side of the fence), and I still edit part-time around writing.

How do you think the book might be received by modern young feminist women?

Genres written for women by women are often degenerated as silly, worthless and/or dangerous (unsurprisingly, given that feminine enjoyment has always been a source of suspicion and ridicule, throughout history, no matter what it is women are enjoying) and

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I’d have to say Georgette Heyer – or Jane Austen, because without knowing it they did so much for other women (providing so many generations so many hours of enjoyment) and I that’s one of the noblest things I can think of. A Lady’s Guide to Fortune-Hunting by Sophie Irwin; HB, HarperCollins, £14.99

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Natural History GCSE on the way

WE MAY HAVE to wait until September 2025, but the introduction of the long-awaited new Natural History GCSE is great news. The Government made many commitments in its recent Sustainability and Climate Change Strategy, including greater support for teaching climate change at all levels, from nurseries and schools through to college and university; and the development of national education nature parks to help children and young people get more involved in the natural world.

But it’s still a long time coming.

According to The Wildlife Trusts, an organisation that unites 46 local Wildlife Trusts with over 2,300 nature reserves, there are currently no requirements to help children develop a deeper knowledge and understanding of their world, despite years of evidence showing how beneficial it is for the development of mental and physical health, confidence, and wellbeing. “Children’s interaction with nature is further declining, with 60 per cent of young people spending less time outdoors since the start of the pandemic”, says Chief Executive Craig Bennett. “The nature crisis and the climate emergency are inextricably linked. It’s bad enough that we are leaving such an appalling, toxic, denuded inheritance for the next generation. But what’s worse is that, in general, we’re not even providing young people with the sort of education that will be needed to help them do something about it.” “For too long, nature has been largely ignored in education,” says Bennett, “with far reaching consequences for the environment and for our own wellbeing. The natural history GCSE should have happened by now as should an increase in outdoor learning provision. Nature should be at the heart of our education system.” More info at www.wildlifetrusts.org or on 01636 677711.

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Did you know? • Over 90% of people want to see a GCSE in Natural History. • Research indicates that young people’s connection to nature drops sharply from the age of 11 and doesn’t recover until they are 30. • One in four species in the UK is threatened with extinction, and education is critical to addressing challenges facing the natural world, according to the 2021 Dasgupta review, The Economics of Biodiversity. • 70 per cent of teachers have not received adequate training to teach about climate change and there is currently no requirement for children to spend time learning outside.

If you go down to the woods…

TWENTY YEARS ON, and after an enforced three-year break, Woodlands Alive finally came back to life once more with the peal of children’s laughter with the Oysters Coppice Volunteer Group on Thursday 16 June. Over 150 children from years two and three, from schools across Tisbury, Semley, Wardour, Ludwell, Hindon, and Chilmark, left their classroom behind and enjoyed a volunteer run event at the beautiful Oysters Coppice in Gutch Common, near Shaftesbury. This next generation of tiny David Attenboroughs spent the day in the sun-dappled woods visiting more than 10 different volunteer and expert-run stands, from bushcraft around a campfire, ponddipping, clay modelling, bird box building with Chalk and Chase, bug-hotel building, mini-beasts, meeting live owls, to seeing badgers’ setts and finding out all about the smaller mammals such as shrews, frogs, and voles. The event is part of Wiltshire Wildlife conservation work, tackling the climate and ecological crises by building a stronger connection with nature on our own doorstep. “Our volunteer group has coordinated this run for the children for over 20 years now,” said Kat McLean, “and is a fantastic day out in the woods for local school children that helps to encourage them to develop more of a passion for nature in life.” For more information on how to help volunteer with future events, including the next Oysters Coppice Working Party, a free introduction for adults into wood management, coppicing and path maintenance, visit the Wiltshire Wildlife website www.wiltshirewildlife.org/oysters-coppice-salisbury. Children enjoy a day in the woods at Oysters Coppice in Gutch Common

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Our chefs provide delicious home cooked food sourced, as much as possible, from local food providers. The Chefs adjust the menus with the seasons and with the likes and dislikes of our residents. Food, drinks and snacks are available 24 hours a day plus, we also offer visitors the opportunity to join us and enjoy meals with their loved ones. At Bramley Care we have a policy of unrestricted visiting. During the difficult times of the covid pandemic we provided safe on-site visiting in our garden rooms where loved ones could meet each other in a covid safe environment. Now that the Government restrictions have relaxed, we are able to return to our unrestricted visiting policy. Friends and relatives can follow their loved one’s activities on Facebook. Immediate family or friends can also follow their day-to-care via our on-line care planning system. At Bramley Care we recognise the high costs and financial uncertainty that one faces when having to move into residential care, especially now with rampant inflation pushing costs constantly upwards. To provide our residents with peace of mind we offer a ‘fee for life’; We promise that the fee agreed will not change, therefore giving our residents and their relatives a chance to budget and plan for the future. If you or a loved one would like more information about moving into care, please call us on 01747855844 or visit www.bramleycare.com

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Hedging your bets by Honor Bank

WHILE EVERYONE IS looking forward to the balmy days of summer, enjoying trees in full leaf and green hedgerows, Russell Woodham, The Dorset Hedgelayer, is planning ahead for the coming winter when he can start his skill of hedgelaying. Hedgelaying is believed to date back to the Romans. Done from September until April, while the hedgerows are dormant, the sap low and the bird nesting season is over, it is the process of bending the stems of bushes or small trees. This encourages them to naturally thicken and produce more growth from the base, creating a living livestock-proof barrier. You may see Russell over the summer months at various shows promoting this heritage craft and its benefits to conservation and wildlife. When very first carried out, hedgelaying can look severe, as the trees and woody shrubs are cut at the base and laid over. However, it encourages the pleachers (the stems) to push out new shoots from the base, rejuvenating neglected, overgrown or gappy hedgerows. This produces a stock proof barrier, which is also a thoroughfare connecting woodlands and other hedgerows for smaller animals, mammals or insects to travel along. The importance of hedgerows for carbon capture, prevention of soil erosion as

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well as flood prevention and, of course, for nature has made our network of hedgerows part of the long term National Environmental Programme.

“Lay it don’t flail it”

Russell Woodham, The Dorset Hedgelayer

Regional styles

Hedgelaying is practiced across the UK, and boasts approximately 30 different styles – down here in the Southwest, Dorset and Devon hedges are predominantly low and flat atop a bank, a style suited to the control and shelter of sheep on downland. The pleachers are laid as low as possible, building a strong intertwined hedgerow. One of the popular styles Russell lays is the South of England Style, in which the hedge is cut and laid over at 40-45 degrees to create a double-brush hedge. A single line of stakes 18 inches apart in the centre of the hedge are bound at the top, giving a finished height of about four feet. Both sides of the hedge are then trimmed. Even though there are regional named styles, there are no hard and fast rules governing what style must be used where. As well as being a member of the National Hedgelaying Society (NHLS), Russell is also an accredited hedgelayer and training assessor with the NHLS. It is now possible to obtain a recognised qualification in hedgelaying – more information can be found on the NHLS website www.hedgelaying.org.uk.

While out driving around, if you look at our hedgerows you may see a decent size branch or two, maybe at ground level or up to a couple feet from the ground growing horizontally along the hedgeline… Upon closer inspection, this may be part of an old laid hedge from many years ago

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Natural talent

Captured on camera: the UK’s largest resident Hawk-moth spotted in Blandford! Rachael and Charles Holland spotted this beauty among their newly planted runner beans in early June. “It was quivering slightly then became stock still,” says Rachael. “An internet search helped us quickly identify it as a Privet Hawk-moth (Sphinx ligustri), but sadly we didn’t see it fly off.” The UK’s largest hawk-moth, the Privet Hawk-moth has a distinctive pink and black striped abdomen. “We have quite a large, rural garden on Queen’s Road in Blandford, but none of the named food sources this particular moth, Britain’s largest, requires,” said Rachael and Charles. “We don’t know if this was an exceptionally rare sighting for our area (a first for us); if there have been other sightings this year in particular; or if we will ever see the like again?! “Certainly our ‘monster’ was considerably brighter than the photos we found online, and it seemed so solid that I felt as if I might have been able to stroke it. I’ve never felt that before about a butterfly or moth because they appear so delicate, but the wings on this moth looked furry and thick. Of course, we didn’t touch it! “We love our rural plot at the back of our home, which has some mature trees and can be such a surprise to many when they first visit. Gradually we are reclaiming the wilderness, but we will never manage to keep it all under control so there will always be a wild element. We believe in preserving some wilderness, because it’s so good for the bees, butterflies and other wildlife. Plus we are currently enjoying the wild strawberries on our morning cereal! “We hear owls at night and have goldcrests that live in our (overgrown) evergreens. We regularly see slow worms on our patch too (shown), and we get very excited every time we do.” If you would like to learn more about Butterfly Conservation, visit butterfly-conservation.org.

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Wildlife in ever more danger… Dorset could lose hundreds more species without stronger government targets by Faith Eckersall Nature campaigners ask Dorset residents to sign their petition to help force the government into setting stronger targets for nature recovery. Dorset Wildlife Trust says proposed new UK government targets could mean less wildlife for future generations and wants

stronger targets to be enforced. The details of the targets will be finalised by 27 June. However, the Trust says the long-term target currently being proposed for nature’s recovery aims to have just 10 per cent more nature in 2042 than 2030 levels – by which time the state of our natural world is expected to have declined even further. Examples of this decline can be seen in Dorset, where more than 400 species recorded in the past are thought to be now extinct in the area, including the pearl-

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bordered fritillary butterfly, shrill carder bee and chough. Nearly 3,000 species found in Dorset are protected, threatened rare or scarce, including more than half the bee species and 42 per cent of our butterflies. The Trust said: “The new target that the UK Government has proposed is too weak and unambitious – England would have even less wildlife in 20 years’ time than the much-depleted state that we have now.” Sign the petition online at www. wildlifetrusts.org/nature-deserves-better.

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DO YOU HAVE space in your stables or barns for holding rescue hens for a day? And parking for up to 10 cars with a space that lets that the public can visit to collect their hens? If the answer’s ‘yes’, The British Hen Welfare Trust (BHWT), a charity that regularly saves around 60,000 hens from slaughter every year, is looking for you. In need of a base to host its annual rehoming days in Dorset, the BHWT is now reaching out for someone with suitable premises to hold its next calendar of rehoming days where hens are brought from the farm and handed over to their adoptive families. “Rehoming hens saved from slaughter is one of our core purposes,” says Jane Howorth MBE and founder of the BHWT, “and introducing more and more people to the joy of hen keeping is a big part of how we’re helping to change hearts and minds about these wonderful but often undervalued creatures. “People who give up their space and time to hold rehoming days are vital to our life-saving work and are truly good eggs!” If you’d like to help, visit: www.bhwt.org.uk/get-involved/ volunteer/rehoming-site-host.

Loving legacy

BRENDA WALDRON FROM Great Barr in Birmingham, a donkey lover for the past 70 years and frequent visitor to Shaftesbury to see her daughter Jo, sadly passed away on 14 April after a short illness. During these visits Brenda often went to the Shaftesbury Donkeys and Shetlands Last Home, and as part of her funeral arrangements requested that all donations be directed to the rescue centre. Brenda’s thoughtful request has resulted in £1,270 being handed over to the rescue home by her loving daughter Jo to a

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by Lorraine Gibson The school holidays are nearly here and if there’s one thing we’ve learnt over the last few years, it’s that even a short walk is good for the soul, the head and the heart. But getting kids excited about just going for a stroll isn’t always easy. As a family-friendly walking tour creator, my top tip is that if you make outings mini adventures, suddenly it’ll be a walk in the park. But what if you’re not a natural trailblazer – or just too busy? How do you shoehorn these things into a walk while trying to keep everyone safe, fed, happy and involved? If you know the area, earmark a couple of landmarks

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Stevie Smith: A selection ‘Not waving but drowning’ usually polls highly in lists of favourite poems, and it was the only of Stevie Smith’s work that most of book club had ever heard of before reading this selection. Incidentally, this was first published in 1983 and reissued in 2019 in its glorious green incarnation – we were all rather taken by the simple yet iconic jacket design for Faber’s poetry titles. Someone wondered if the publishing house had a headstart on the instagram generation with this photogenic styling, which has been around for 20 years now… Rainbow bookshelves anyone? While this isn’t comic poetry in the vein of Pam Ayres, we thought that many of Smith’s poems took a wry poke at convention that elicited a kind of harrumph of agreement from the reader. ‘Advice to young children’ summed up for many of us the ability of children to disregard the words of their elders, but with the spin that perhaps the poet, in hearing the advice from the children’s

Celebrating Salisbury women Find out more about the female characters past and present driving change

by Katrina Ffiske HER SALISBURY STORY is a group of volunteers who are celebrating women connected to Salisbury. “We are all about sharing the achievements of women past and present who have made a difference to Salisbury or the wider community,” says Julia West, Communications Officer for Salisbury Soroptimists. “On our website you can meet female builders, cutlers and publicans as well as doctors, gardeners, artists and authors. Our articles about historic women have been written and researched by our volunteers. There are also podcasts and recordings to listen to.” In fact, there are over 60 stories featured on the website. Women mentioned include Florence Nightingale, who apparently had strong connections with the Pembroke family at Wilton House; Elizabeth

perspective, has a point. Confession time: none of us at book club had dabbled with poetry for fun before reading this book. For us, poetry was too tightly bound to ideas of study, and memories of searching for meaning in verse while attempting to name the various poetic constructions. We agreed this would probably be a superficial analysis based on whether we enjoyed the collection, rather than anything more highbrow. But we also thought that what makes good fiction also makes good poetry – it should be accessible to anyone and everyone with a passion and interest. You shouldn’t need higher education to enjoy poetry and take something meaningful from it, whether that’s a few moments of escapism or something that runs a little deeper. The majority of Smith’s work is an easy read, which was a pleasant surprise. There were a few religious references that went over our heads as we are all modern heathens. We thought

that maybe in her time of writing (this collection begins in 1936 and ends in 1972) religion was more ingrained in society and so those references would have been more explicit. One timeless element enjoyed by most of us was the regular appearance of cats – cantering through death, depression, the human condition, you’re stopped in your tracks by a short verse about pinching a cat’s paws (‘Nipping pussy’s feet in fun’). Sometimes it is smarter to convey complex ideas simply than to dress up simple ideas in the trappings of fancy language. We all agreed that this is how Smith drew us in; by stripping away the froth and fripperies that we all thought made the poetry of our memories so opaque, we felt that Smith was talking to us directly. This made her writing all the more relatable and enjoyable. A good re-entry into the heady world of poetry. Next issue book club will be discussing ‘Happy-Go-Lucky’ by David Sedaris.

Godolphin (bap.1663-1726), the DID YOU sponsored by Parker Bullen. founder of Godolphin School; Volunteers will be on hand to KNOW? Dr Olivia Chapple, who discuss the project and help Out of 26 founded Horatio’s Garden visitors find out more about blue plaques a after the death of her son the women featured. We hope round the (the charity brings this will encourage many of city, only 4 transformative the festival attendees to visit commem orate environments to people Salisbury and follow the women. A living in spinal injuries units fifth will walking trail Her Salisbury join them across the UK); and Minette Footprint (hersalisburystory. Batters, who recently became com/her-footprint) a beautifully the first female president of the illustrated map of the city spotlighting National Farmers’ Union (NFU). locations associated with many of the You can meet members of Her Salisbury historic characters.” Story research project at the Chalke Valley The map will be on sale at the festival. History Festival until 26 June. Julia Visit www.hersalisburystory.com for more explains: “We are very grateful for funding information or a guided tour. from the Heritage Lottery Fund and Salisbury Council. Our stand at the festival will be a green and white tent, kindly

Do you know an awe-inspiring local? Minette Batters (left), the first female president of the NFU, and Dr Olivia Chapple, founder of charity Horatio’s Garden, are both from Salisbury

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Tales of the Shaftesbury Swifts by Faith Eckersall From their spectacular aerobatics to their distinctive screaming call, swifts are as much a part of the English summer as Wimbledon and strawberries and cream. Sadly, they are also on the Red List of endangered species but a group of people in the Shaftesbury area are doing everything they can to ensure these Top Guns of the avian world thrive once more. Shaftesbury Swifts was formed in 2019, after the town council’s Wild About Shaftesbury competition invited people to put forward ecology-based ideas for new community groups for the SP7 area. Group member, Catherine Simmonds, joined after returning to live in Enmore Green, which is home to a long-standing swift colony. “I’d grown up with this colony and it was only when I moved away I realised they are not everywhere,” she says. Catherine also came to realise that swifts are only with us for an average 100 days between May and July, and that they are generally urban birds, having adapted to living in the built environment from their natural habitat of caves and old trees. “There are big colonies in Bristol, London and Salisbury and I discovered there are also colonies in Maiden Newton and Tisbury. I wanted to know more about them, to understand their lifestyle more,” she says. She also realised how little we really know about these birds, who can literally be living alongside us, in the roofspace of our home or workplace. “Unlike other birds they can’t walk – they have no

rear-facing toe, which means they can only cling and therefore spend their life on the wing,” says Catherine. “They don’t physically make nests and they eat what they find in the air; insects and spiders caught up in thermals.” These insects are formed into pellets and an individual one can contain as much as 20,000 insects, although the birds are thought to consume around 100,000 insects a day. “Although they don’t sit in trees, they

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really benefit from them because of the insects they attract,” says Catherine. “A really big sycamore can pump out insects all day and you’ll often see them skimming over the top of trees in areas such as Shaftesbury.”

How to create a swift sanctuary

Their favoured nesting places are under the roofs of houses or other buildings, such as churches, and they like to live in colonies, she explains. Sadly, because we are more meticulous about house repairs these days, we may be blocking up the holes they use, reducing their chances of finding a good home. However, thanks to Shaftesbury Swifts, their opportunities for a Dorset des-res are rising and NBVM readers can help! The group can give information about having ‘Swift bricks’ installed in your home; swapping out an existing brick for one with a swift-sized hole and a black box behind it, so that any detritus and insects stay out of the main part of your roofspace. Swift groups have also been successful in pressing for swift bricks to be installed in new-builds in the Salisbury area, with developers keen to help out. Swift boxes can be a success – Catherine describes one made by a homeowner in Enmore Green whose ‘swift hotel’ apex box (fitted at the top of his roof) saw new residents within a few weeks. “The trick is attracting the secondary Roger Maynard from Hampshire Swifts installs one of two swift boxes on St John’s Church, Charlton, kindly paid for by local dog food company Honeys

arrivals – juveniles who have flown here from Africa in late May – to your accommodation,” says Catherine. “This second arrival are checking out opportunities for homes and if they spot yours, they may come back next year.” With the help of Roger Maynard from Hampshire Swifts, Shaftesbury Swifts installed 18 new boxes in the town over this year’s May Bank Holiday and Pewseybased raw dog food company, Honeys, paid for two double boxes at St John’s Church in Charlton. Collaborating with store owners Richard and Kelsie Whittemore, using funds raised from Rachel Sargent’s swift card designs, the group installed five double-peak swift boxes and three house martin cups on the new Morrisons/Elite Garages store in Shaftesbury’s Bell Street. Meanwhile, St Leonard’s Church at Semley has already installed boxes inside their tower and Donhead St Mary boasts an excellent colony under the church eaves. “There’s been big success across the country attracting swifts to boxes installed behind louvres in church towers and this year we are hoping to team up with more SP7 area churches on this,” says Catherine. The group also runs a Facebook Page, Shaftesbury Swifts, where people can post images, advice and sightings. They count swifts, walking to their evening haunts where numbers tend to congregate. “If you’re lucky, towards the end of the season, you’ll find them in a group where you can take a photograph then count them,” says Catherine. “Last year I think we got to 53.” They also help out on Swift Awareness week, which takes place around 2-10 July, with events including a Swift Walk on Sunday 4 July at 8pm, from Abbey Gates. Walkers can stroll round Shaftesbury and see the town’s more unusual swift hideouts. On Sunday 10 July at 8.30pm, writer and swift group member Christopher Nicholson will be presenting a talk in Donhead St Mary churchyard. At dusk, participants will be able to watch the swift colony coming in to nest overhead.

Fleeting visitors

Not long after this, says Catherine, the swift season will end for 2022. “They’ll go back to Africa, where they’ll fly across the Sahara, to the south, or to the rainforests of the Congo, anywhere they can find the insects they need,” she says. Her love of these mysterious birds shines out but, she says, they give back to us all. “You can sometimes feel as if things are going out of control, environmentally, but if you can target one thing to help, even if we can’t control the bigger picture, we can do great work here.” Events are free but donations are welcome. Email shaftesburyswifts@gmail.

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Our Loose Canon When it comes to defending nature and the natural world, one Royal speaks without fear

by Canon Eric Woods Readers of a certain age will remember Sir Peter Scott (1909–1989), conservationist, ornithologist, and painter. Perhaps like me you grew up with his BBC natural history series Look (1955–1969), which made him a household name. When we lived in Bristol, my wife and I became members of his Severn Wildfowl Trust (now the Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust) at Slimbridge in Gloucestershire, and were frequent visitors. On one occasion we attended a fundraising lecture which he gave and were privileged to meet him personally. I have been reading his book A Life in Nature (a 2021 re-issue of his 1967 Happy the Man) and can see why, on the dust jacket, Sir David Attenborough describes him as “The Patron Saint of conservation”. The book contains extracts from his many books, articles and lectures from 1935. They show him to have been truly prophetic about the issues that continue to confront us with even more urgency today: the destruction of the natural environment, the threats to wildlife on land and in the oceans, and the destruction of the homelands of so many indigenous peoples – usually for the

commercial profit of the few at the expense of the many. David Attenborough has continued Sir Peter’s work with the same passionate conviction – and at 96, does so with undiminished zeal. The two knights, Peter and David, are rightly regarded as national heroes (I won’t use that tired phrase ‘national treasures’). But there is another man – now only 73 – who has waged his own crusade on the same issues since he was a young man. I mean the Prince of Wales. He has done so with the same gift of prophecy and has usually been proved absolutely right.

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What I want to know, therefore, is this. Why are Sir Peter and Sir David praised to the skies for their campaigning work, and Prince Charles derided for his? I think of one columnist in my Sunday newspaper who makes a very good living out of dripping vitriol all over the institution of monarchy in general, and Prince Charles in particular. She talks in a recent, postJubilee, article of “mediocrities such as Prince Charles reading out bad speeches”, a “yawnsome, meddling bear of little brain no one wants to be king”, the “least likeable member of the entire crew”, a “weaponised homeopath” (whatever that means). This is not journalism. It is cheap diatribe of the worst kind. And she is paid

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for it! What on earth would she do if she did not have the Royals to attack, Sunday after Sunday? As Vernon Bogador, Professor of Government at King’s College, London, has written, “What the Prince of Wales has done is to identify issues previously ignored by the democratic process… His speeches have sometimes been controversial and are as open to challenge and debate as those of anyone else. But they have not been party political; and, when the politicians eventually took up these issues, he stepped back and said no more.” We are fortunate to have him.

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A walk around… Planning news Bradford Abbas This five-mile walk exploring around Bradford Abbas is mainly on Tarmac as there are few foot-paths. Park near the church, built of local stone. Walk west, past the school, then south along Mill Lane to the River Yeo. It’s very pleasant down there but, unfortunately, there isn’t a Mill. Return to the road and head north along the west side of the village, then turn left and head west as far as Manor Farm, round the bend, then north uphill to a T-junction. Turn left, west, then, as the road is curving to the right, leave it to join a sunken track, a hollow way between sandstone cliffs. On my visit it was raining so I sheltered in a cave and used my Swiss Army knife to engrave a labyrinth on the wall. When the lane gets too muddy, or you get to the end,

turn round and head for the T-junction, passing it and two more until you reach number four where you turn right and head south past the east side of the village and crossing over the railway. After half a mile turn left, east, then right, south-west, until you reach Smith’s Bridge, a very narrow one, on the parish boundary. Go back a few yards and take the footpath to where you might be reminded of Nellie Dean. Return to the road and cross it to join a path which leads you to the road to the church where you’ll see a village map with details of the old properties, many of them from the 1600s. Walk north up Churchill Lane to inspect them, then back again and along to your car, possibly pausing at the Rose and Crown. Chris Slade is a retired Dorset rights of way officer.

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by Faith Eckersall Planning to change or extend your home? Watch out for new building regulations – designed to help the achieve the nation’s Net Zero target – that are set to kick in from 15 June. From this date, the following matters will be affected: • Ventilation: changes to improve air quality and ensure properties receive the necessary ventilation • Conservation of fuel and power: changes will primarily impact the energy efficiency requirements for buildings • Overheating: regulations aim to limit overheating in properties by introducing passive measures such as fitting shutters for shade and glazing design in new houses • Electric Vehicle Charging: new residential properties will require the installation of electric vehicle charging points For more information, visit www.gov.uk/government/news/newhomes-to-produce-nearly-a-third-less-carbon.

Preserving heritage without listing

Changes to regulations will enable communities to choose sites for preservation by Faith Eckersall OLD BUILDINGS, STRUCTURES and monuments bring character and interest to towns and villages, and losing them can be a bit like saying goodbye to an old friend. Most of the time they can only be preserved if they are listed nationally – the Grades I, II and II* that apply to structures such as Kingston Lacy and certain churches – but that’s going to change in the Dorset and the BCP area after both councils appointed a consultancy to manage the forthcoming Local Heritage List Campaign. Dorset Council says the campaign will enable communities across Dorset to nominate locally important buildings, sites, monuments and features to be included on new Local Heritage Lists.

New Blackmore Vale, 24 June 2022 Funded by a grant of £70,000 from the Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities, Local Heritage Lists will provide a free, publicly accessible record of non-designated heritage assets, whose conservation will then be a material consideration in planning decisions. This means places such as small parks or designed outdoor spaces, even the front garden of a public building or historic village halls, can be put up for consideration. Historic England warns that while local listing provides no additional planning controls: “the fact that a building or site is on a local list means that its conservation as a heritage asset is a material consideration when determining the outcome of a planning application.” Local planning authorities “are obliged to consider the positive contribution that conserving such heritage assets can make to sustainable communities including their economic vitality,” says Historic England. The Local Heritage List campaign will provide a baseline list for each authority and will be regularly updated with new additions into the future, with the records of all assets being added to Dorset’s Historic Environment Record.

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Later this autumn, a public call for nominations will be announced on the Dorset Council and BCP Council websites and through other media channels, along with guidance on the criteria for assessment.

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These will employ Historic England’s standard criteria for Local Listing, but opportunities will be taken to identify local criteria that are specific to Dorset’s wide range of communities and heritage. BCP Council’s Mohan Iyengar said the campaign provided a “great opportunity for people to be involved and to nominate sites which should be preserved across our towns and villages in Dorset”. “We’ve much to be proud of and this is recognised by residents and the many visitors who come this way,” he says. “I’d encourage everyone to make themselves heard when the call for nominations is made later this year.”

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The world class evening of ballet and dance that is Ballet Under the Stars, returns this summer for three nights, held in the beautiful and romantic 17th Century walled Dutch garden of privately owned Hatch House in the heart of Wiltshire. Every summer the walled garden is transformed by the Covent Garden Dance Company into a stunning 440 seat covered dinner theatre, where guests enjoy breath taking ballet and dance in one of the UK’s most intimate and stunning theatrical settings. This year once again dancers from some of the world’s greatest ballet companies will be at Hatch.

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Stars from the World’s Leading Ballet Companies are Coming to Hatch House this July!

Principal Dancers The Royal Ballet – Fumi Kaneko and Vadim Muntagirov

Japanese dancer Fumi Kaneko was made a Principal with The Royal Ballet in 2021 having joined the Company during the 2010/11 season. With The Royal Ballet Fumi has danced many roles and her extensive repertoire includes Swan Lake, Romeo and Juliet and Sugar Plum Fairy in The Nutcracker. Fumi will be dancing with fellow Principal The Royal Ballet, Russian dancer Vadim Muntagirov. Vadim trained at Perm Ballet School before moving to the The Royal Ballet Upper School. He Vadim Muntagirov graduated in to the English National Ballet in 2009 where he was made Lead Principal in 2012 before joining The Royal Ballet as Principal in 2014. Vadim has danced many familiar roles including Romeo in Romeo and Juliet, Onegin and Lensky in Onegin and Prince Florimund in The Sleeping Beauty. As a guest artist Vadim has danced with companies including Paris Opera Ballet, Mariinsky and the American Ballet Theatre, the National Ballet of Japan, Bavarian State Ballet and the Cape Town City Ballet.

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Principal Dancers National Ballet of Ukraine – Julia Moskalenko and Stanislav Olshanskyi

Julia Moskalenko and Stanislav Olshanskyi are both Principals with the National Ballet of Ukraine. Julia graduated from the Kiev State Ballet School in 2011 becoming a soloist in the same year. She is now Principal with the company and has an impressive list of roles that she has performed both in Ukraine and touring with the Company all over the world. Stanislav graduated from the Kiev State Ballet School in 2011 too and worked at the Lviv National Academic Opera and Ballet Theatre before moving to the National Ballet of Ukraine where he has been Principal since 2018. Like Julia, Stanislav has performed all over the world. Main image Fumi Kaneko. Picture: Bill Cooper

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Ksenia Ovsyanick has performed at Hatch almost from the start when she was at the English National Ballet, she is now Principal with the Staatsballett Berlin. In 2012 she had the title role of Firebird choreographed for her in the world premiere of ‘Firebird’ by George Williamson, which brought her the Critics’ Circle National Dance Award for an outstanding performance. George has also created works for Hatch supported by the Dicky Buckle Fund.

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It is a triumphant and much anticipated return of this fabulous summer event. After waiting three years to bring the magic back to the walled garden, Covent Garden Dance have gone all out to ensure that this year Ballet Under the Stars really is not to be missed. It’s a truly magical evening, a spellbinding and unique event.

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Covent Garden Dance are also delighted to welcome two rising stars from the Paris Opera Ballet, Hortense Pajtler and Nathan Bisson. From the English National Ballet Fabian ReimAir, from the Staatsballett Berlin Timothy Dutson and Anastasia Demidova, ex-Mariinsky.

Fernanda Oliveira was born in Rio de Janeiro and started her training at the age of six in her local ballet school, she subsequently secured a scholarship to The Royal Ballet School in 1999. Completing her studies Fernanda joined the English National Ballet in 2000 and went on to become Lead Principal in 2009.

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Principal Dancer English National Ballet – Fernanda Oliveira

Xander Parish OBE danced at Hatch House in 2019 to huge acclaim especially when he performed the finale 101, which he will be dancing again this year. Xander was with the Mariinsky in St Petersburg, the first and only British dancer to join the Company, where he was made Principal in 2017. In January 2019 he was awarded an OBE in the Queen’s New Year’s Honours list for services to dance and UK-Russia Cultural Relations. In 2021 Xander launched balletclass. com, a site showcasing leading dancers demonstrating their own and ballet and training classes, one to watch for all those young dance enthusiasts.

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Celebrate our local pubs! When you’re moving within a rural community the advice is always: “look for a pub and a church”. However, as we’ve lost more than one pub per day in the UK since 2021, that village idyll needs our support. Last year the UK economy shrank by a record 9.9 per cent as coronavirus restrictions took effect. The hospitality industry has been hit hardest by the pandemic, according to the ONS (Office of National Statistics). And while consumer spending on hospitality started to increase in May 2021 it now still remains at less than 70 The Grosvenor Arms High Street, Hindon, Salisbury SP3 6DJ, 01747 820696 grosvenorarmshindon.com “Blink and you might miss it, only don’t! The service, the food, more of the service is fabulous. I came here once for dinner once with friends – I now come every week, they even keep me my own table.” MC

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blackmorevale.net per cent of pre-pandemic levels. New data from HMRC shows that in April 2020, 25 per cent of all furloughed employees – that’s over 1.5m people – worked in the pubs and bars. The NBVM wants to help rally support for our beloved hospitality industry in their fight back. After all, country pubs build our communities, they are the bedrock of spirit and joy in a small (or large) town, so let’s remind ourselves – their customers, neighbours, and often friends – about these vital small businesses. Are you lucky enough to have a local? How would you feel if they were no longer there? Have you changed your drinking habits since the pandemic, or are you more supportive than ever? Tell us how you feel, where you’d nominate and why, to: newsdesk@ blackmorevale.net. The Stapleton Arms Church Hill, Buckhorn Weston, Gillingham, SP8 5HS, 01963 370028, stapletonarms.co.uk “Great flavoursome gastropub menu in a beautiful spot to stay overnight and explore long walks around Eggardon Mill, Stourhead and the Vale. I try to come back often.” JB The Queen’s Arms Corton Denham, Sherborne, DT9 4LR, 01963 220317, www.thequeensarms.com “Stylish country pub, not too pricey, with a great menu, take dogs, and handy for an overnight stay too. Locals love it which is always a good sign.” EC

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The Restaurant Review… The Forester Inn by Rosie Redwood

The Forester Inn at Donhead St Andrew, a 17th-century thatched village pub, is under new ownership, and we can confirm they\re doing a stirling job! Jonathan and Ronnie Mason and their staff are incredibly warm and welcoming hosts, with a wealth of experience under their belts. Jonathan grew up in a pub, and he and Ronnie have spent eight years in the business so far. Before The Forester they ran five pubs in and around the New Forest. The Forester Inn is a food-centric pub, but one that prides itself in a stunning cellar. One wine connoisseur in our party was pleased to hear their wines are supplied by Berkman Wine Cellars. Beer lovers will appreciate the likes of Flacks Manor Double Drop from Romsey, and Guy Ritchie’s Ashmore-based Gritchie English Lore. We arrived at The Forester, dogs in tow, for Sunday lunch. The menu is packed with comforting pub classics like calves liver with bubble and squeak, honey and mustard glazed ham with eggs and hand-cut chips, and grilled halloumi burger with portobello mushroom and pesto, slaw and fries.

The chef recommends six dishes including: corn-fed chicken supreme served with truffled baby Hasselback potatoes, carrot and coriander puree, grilled tender stem broccoli and thyme jus; a fillet of sea bream with ratatouille ragout and crispy Jerusalem artichokes and herb emulsion; and minted pea and broad bean risotto with crispy poached egg, fresh mint and parmesan shavings I’ve heard it said that if the burger and fries are good then you know that the rest of the menu will be stunning. I took this advice. After a delicious smoked mackerel pate, I had The Forester Burger, an 8oz beef patty, topped with smoked streaky bacon, applewood smoked cheddar and roasted garlic mayo, served with slaw and truffled parmesan fries. The burger was cooked to perfection – tender not bouncing off the plate, and was beautifully presented. And the fries… Well, everyone else ate mine so I had to order more! Others in my group were slightly more adventurous in their menu

choice and everyone agreed the food was excellent. While sharing a plate of classic sticky toffee pudding served with butterscotch sauce and vanilla ice cream and The Forester Eton mess – crushed meringue, tropical fruit salsa and coconut cream – we all agreed we would be returning to The Forester very soon. The Forester Inn, Lower St, Donhead St Andrew, Shaftesbury SP7 9EE www.theforesterdonheadstandrew.co.uk

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Festival fever continues…

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Places t o be, if you’re things to see, on the m check o ut these ove, a events t hat are b nnual a ck this year in f ull swin g

Non-stop action and entertainment Wednesday 17 August

Gillingham and Shaftesbury Show offers everything from cattle to crafts, motorbikes to machinery, as the region’s most renowned agricultural event marks its return for 2022. Promising to be even more action-packed than ever, the show’s new star attraction is The IMPs Motorcycle Display Team (pictured), the world-famous motorcycle spectacular stunt display, sponsored by Fuel10K. With the youngest performer only five years old, these daredevil stunt riders put on a dynamic display of motorcycle skills including this death-defying fire jump you won’t want to miss! Then from two wheels to four legs, agriculture is at the heart of The Gillingham & Shaftesbury Show and for the first time in over 15 years, the much love Grand Parade of Livestock sponsored by Woolley & Wallis will be featured in the Gritchie Brewing Company Main Ring. The champion cattle and sheep of the 2022 Show will parade in the expanse of the Ring. “This spectacular parade sums up what this countryside show is all about,” says event organiser, James Cox. “Our aim this year has been to put livestock and agriculture truly at the heart of the show. This is an event where business gets done in the Agricultural Sector, which will now have agricultural and rural businesses on all four sides of the ring. Horse fans will love the equestrian exhibits this year too. Due to popular demand, the show welcomes back the Heavy Horse Village, even bigger than last year. Sponsored by Wincanton Racecourse, there will be heavy horse competitions in the morning and demonstrations by these gentle giants of the equestrian world in the afternoon. Faster on their feet, polo ponies will be put through their paces as Dorset Polo puts on exciting match displays throughout the day. Visitors are advised to book early with the price fixed until the end of June at £12 for adults and £29 for family tickets (two adults and two children). Call 01747 823955 or visit gillinghamandshaftesburyshow.co.uk.

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OUR LOVE OF shows, pageants and festivals has always centred around communities to celebrate religion, traditions or a change in the seasons, often marked by national holidays. The word ‘festival’ itself comes from the word feast, first used in the 12th century, while the Spanish word, ‘fiesta’ is usually associated with a religious feast to honour a patron saint. (Spanish residents enjoy around 14 public holidays a year, while in the UK we only have a trifling six.) Seasonal festivals are usually predicted by the solar and lunar calendars (check out History of the magical Henge on page 36 to find out more) and by the cycle of the seasons, particularly their effect on crops. Ultimately this has ensured that the vast majority of festivals centre around and celebrate food and drink. And while today, public shows come in a great many different guises, the principle of gathering people and communities together, celebrating a product or skill, sharing experiences and having fun, has only grown over time. So as summer takes its hold and we wish for warm days and few raindrops, here’s a round-up of a few of the wonderful Wiltshire, Dorset, and Somerset shows to enjoy over the next few weeks in and around the Blackmore Vale.

The oldest show in town 16 July, 12 noon; admission just £1

Yetminster community sports ground The historic Yetminster Fair, one of the oldest in Wessex, running almost continuously since the 13th century, returns in full force on Saturday 16 July on Yetminster Community Sports Club grounds. Think dog show, vintage cars, the tug of war, a bouncy castle, and over 50 stalls – may the sunshine brightly. The Sports Club Bar will be open all day, so you can sit back and relax. There will be musical entertainment and dancing for all, from the Blackrock Irish dancers to the lovely voices of Stanchester Quire. Live music continues at The Sports Club until the evening with Greg ‘The Piano Man’ Agar followed by ‘Band in a Box’: Sherborne’s Abbey 104 Radio will be hosting the event. The Yetminster Fair has quite a history, granted under a charter in the 13th century by Simon de Ghent, Bishop of Salisbury, for a fair “to be held in his manor of Yetminster”. Traditionally held on the Eve of St Andrews Day, the charter also included the right to hold a Monday market in his manor so locals could sell their products, cattle and crafts. People came from far and wide and until 1947 livestock sales were a big attraction at the fair. In more recent times, The Yetties, one of the country’s best known folk groups attracted big crowds for their annual performance. Yetminster Fair is now held annually every July and the proceeds are distributed to local organisations and societies later in the year. Admission buys a programme and entry into the Lucky Number draw. For more information, search Yetminster Fair on Facebook or email yetminsterfair@gmail.com.

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Thursday 25-29 August; book tickets online

A354, Tarrant Hinton, Blandford Forum DT11 8HX The Great Dorset Steam Fair is back in, yes, ‘full steam’, on Thursday 25-29 August. Visitors will once again have the chance to ride on the trailers in the Heavy Haulage Arena where they can experience this unique opportunity of being up close and personal with steam, at this fabulous and fun-packed, world-renowned National Heritage Show, and at the same time benefiting a local hospital charity. The 2022 Charity Trailer Rides will be in aid of Dorset County Hospital Charity’s Greatest Need Appeal. These funds help projects across the whole hospital, providing direct funding and vital support for patients and staff in areas where it is needed most – on wards and in key clinical units and for the enhancement of the hospital environment and treatment facilities. www.gdsf.co.uk

Sing out loud 7-10 July; book tickets online

St Mary’s Church, Abbey Street, Cerne Abbas, DT2 7JQ The Cerne Abbas Music Festival is back in full swing after a break of two years following Covid-19 and is celebrating its 30th anniversary. A group of international musicians have descended on the village for a week every year over the past three decades to rehearse and perform in the village and has included professional colleagues from major European and British Ensembles and Orchestras to perform in the wonderful acoustics of St Mary’s Church. cerneabbasmusicfestival.org.uk

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Grab tickets while you can… • The Dorset Opera Festival takes place in Blandford this summer, with performances at 7pm on 23, 28 and 30 July. To book tickets or find out more call 07570 366186 or visit dorsetopera.com. This is a music festival with style: choose from a marquee, picnic or formal dining. • The Tolpuddle Martyrs Festival near Dorchester (15-17 July) is an annual event that has, since the 1930s, honoured the legacy of a group of six local farmers who were among the first to stand up for workers’ rights. Find out more and book tickets at www.tolpuddlemartyrs.org.uk/festival. • Nass Festival (7-10 July) It’s a little bit wild and rocking, but if that’s your thing you’ll find action sports and music at the Shepton Mallet showground. Find out more and book tickets at www.nassfestival.com. • Farm Fest (29-30 July at Gilcombe Farm, Bruton, BA10 0QE www.farmfestival.co.uk) is described as a ‘mischievous melting pot of music, arts, party and people’. • The fun Frome Festival (1-10 July) boasts lots of events, exhibitions and workshops, plus comedy, music, walks, art trails and so much more to enjoy. One not to miss. Find out more at fromefestival.co.uk. • And don’t forget our little beach cousin Camp Bestival (28-31 July) which attracts A-list entertainers to its centre stage overlooking Lulworth Castle www.campbestival.net. • Shaftesbury Gold Hill Festival (3 July, 10am-5pm Barton Hill, Shaftesbury SP7 8DQ goldhillfestival.co.uk) promises a fab selection of stalls for vintage items, crafts, artisan food and drinks, plus a skateboarding demo from international skate-boarding champion Jordan Rose.

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Still time to fine tune for triathlon event Wessex Wizards Triathlon Club are holding the Oxley Triathlon, featuring amateur athletes from across the Wessex region, in August. Club members, who train at Oxley Sports Centre, are inviting triathletes to join them for this year’s event, which is open to solo athletes and teams. Those taking part will swim in the excellent pool at Oxley Sport Centre before a quick run to the first transition and cycle

route which takes in stunning Dorset scenery. Competitors will then head on to the 5km or 10 km runs, which head through Sherborne and an inspirational view of Sherborne Castle. Six races are taking place on Sunday, 21 August, giving interested runners/riders/ swimmers time to get ‘match fit’ to participate. Oxley Triathlon events: Sprint: 300m swim, 20km bike,

5km run; Sprint Aquabike: 300m swim, 20km bike; Team Sprint Relay: 300m swim, 20km bike, 5km run; Classic: 750m swim, 40km bike and 10km run; Classic Aquabike: 750m swim, 40km bike, 10km run; Team Classic Relay: 750m swim, 40km bike, 10km run. Anyone wishing to swim must complete a swim declaration form before the event. To register visit www. wessexwizards.co.uk/events

The New Blackmore Vale loves sport in all its forms. Yes, admittedly we’re mostly into watching rather than running – we blame our bad knees/love of cake/shape

and size – but we want to hear from you. You don’t need to be hugely competitive, all team age groups and all sports are welcome.

Let our team put your team on the map: see your match reports in print, reach out to new members and spread the word about upcoming events and fixtures.

Calling all sports clubs! “1855”

Work continues in the former Nat West building to convert it into selling space for small Blackmore Vale enterprises Phase 1 opening in the autumn. If you are interested - contact either Cheryl Basten at The Emporium ((comcheststur1@ gmail.com gmail.com) or Jacqui Wragg ( jacqui@ sturbencom.org sturbencom.org).

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Results – May/June. Mike Parfitt Memorial Glass – 24 May: 1 Jim Stephen nett 67, 2 Trevor Mills nett 69, 3 Geoff Lye 71 ocb, 4 Chris Dibben 71. Camelot Shield – 28 May: 1 Trevor Mills nett 65, 2 Jim Stephen nett 69, 3 John Atkins nett 71. Monthly Stableford – 5 June: 1 Joe Atkins 40, 2 Chris Chapman 38, 3 Maxine Portnell 34 ocb, 4 Pete Anyan 34. Captain’s Cup – 11 June: Winner – John Wolstenholme: 1 John Wolstenholme 37, 2 John Burns 36, 3 Maxine Portnell 35 ocb, 4 Glenn Ware 35. Seniors Mid-Week 18-hole Stableford – 14 June: 1 Geoff Lye 40, 2 Jon Reed 38, 3 John Morgan 37. Seniors Mid-Week nine-hole Stableford – 14 June: 1 Ray Phillips 18, 2 Rodney Cox 17, 3 Malcolm Faulkner 14. Monthly Medal – 19 June: 1 Maxine Portnell nett 70, 2 Trevor Mills nett 71, 3 Mike Taylor nett 72

STURMINSTER NEWTON LITERARY FESTIVAL

Stur’s Third Literary Festival this June celebrated Dorset authors, with 24 varied activities catering for a range of interests and ages - from walks, lunches with speakers, academic talks, folk music and a concert plus the Victorian Fair. Thank you to all those who worked hard to make it happen and next year …… just hold those two weeks in mid June 2023.

THE ART GALLERY AT THE EMPORIUM

Come and browse at the newly opened Art Gallery in the rooms above The Emporium. Our donated art works are available for sale at knock-down prices.

STATION ROAD CAR PARK MURAL

Tom Wolfe is working hard to complete the Train Mural by mid-summer...

STURMINSTER NEWTON’S OWN ARTS WEEK

Our local traders will be displaying the works of our own local artists in their windows from Saturday 16th July to Sunday 24th July

CAR (AND ANY OTHER MOTORISED VEHICLE) ENTHUSIASTS EVENT The Recreation Ground is now hosting the 100 or so Car Enthusiasts on the ﬁrst Saturday of each month - next time will be 2nd July and 6th August - 9.00 a.m. until 12.00 noon.

STURBUZZ

In August SturBuzz will set out to encourage us to engage with our beautiful natural surroundings and wildlife population with talks and events from a children’s activities on 20th August culminating in a community fete in the Railway Gardens on the afternoon of the 27th August For further information see sturbuzz.org.uk

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Events Guide

Child Okeford and Manston Church Fete Saturday 2nd July 2pm to 5 pm In the delightful gardens of The Old Rectory Manston DT10 1EX Shaftesbury silver band, teas and cakes, plants and produce stall, games, lucky dip and many more fete attractions. £1 entry children free cash only

OUTDOOR CINEMA Under the stars

£35.00 Per Person, includes preshow picnic & film. 23rd June Amelie 30th June Moulin Rouge 7th July La La Land 14th July Chocolat 21st July Little Miss Sunshine 21st July Pride & Prejudice 4th August House of Gucci 11th August Bohemian Rhapsody 18th August The Imitation Game

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Events Guide http://www.blackmorevalebonsaigroup.com Show - 26th June. Remembrance Hall Charlton SP7 0PA 11am., to 4pm. Displays traders. Refreshments fish and chips lunchtime. info Geoff 07837 781744

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SHAFTESBURY LIBRARY presents Shaftesbury Arts Centre giving a taste of their “Three Musketeers”. Saturday 2 July 11.00am - 11.45am.

WINCANTON CARNIVAL ROYALTY Judging- 8th July 6pm Wincanton Primary school hall 4-16 years Free Entry

CREAM TEAS, ST MARY’S CHURCH, Lytchett Matravers, BH16 6BS, July 10th 2.30-4:30 pm

Rotary Gold Hill Festival

Sunday 3rd July 2022 Barton Hill, Shaftesbury

Main stage from 10am MC: DAN EVANS; REBECCA CHAMBERS; GWYL AND KIARA; NO FIXED ABODE; PETE ROBSON; CABLE STREET; HUMMINGBIRD; STEVE MARKS (TOM JONES!); SPLINTER THE SILENCE Gritchies Bar & Dowdings Cider, A variety of crafts and stalls, Food & Drink Children’s entertainment, Face Painting, Mad Science Skateboard exhibition by “Jordan” ------------------------------------------www.shaftesburyrotaryclub.org www.facebook.com/ShaftesburyGoldHillFestival

blackmorevale.net LYN’S BINGO at Marnhull Royal British Legion on Monday June 27th. Eyes down 7pm GARAGE YARD SALE Saturday/Sunday 25/26 June Factory hill Bourton SP8 5AY COUNTRY LINK SOCIAL GROUP. Fresh air, fun, food and friendship. Tel. Andy 01225 834834 or Val 01749 342918 www.country-link.org.uk GUSSAGE ALL SAINTS SUMMER FETE, BH21 5ET, Saturday, June 25, 2pm. Ice Queen, Bierfass Oompah Band, stalls, cream teas. Admission £2 (under-15s free). No dogs. Proceeds to church/village hall.

BUCKHORN WESTON CHURCH FETE and Fun Dog Show. Saturday 9th July at 2.30pm. Wincanton Silver Band Coconut Shy- Bottle Stall Teas - Bouncy Castle - Cakes - Plants - Books - Toys - Fancy Goods - White Elephant Face Painting - Sports etc. Grand Draw COFFEE MORNING & Table Top Sale Child Okeford Village Hall Saturday 2nd July TEL 01258 861055

WINCANTON HOSPIAL FETE, 2-4pm on 2nd July CRAFT FAIR & TEAS Sixpenny Handley Village Hall, SP5 5NJ Saturday 25 June, 11am 2pm, Free entry. More info: 6dhandleyhall@gmail.com DORCHESTER REPAIR CAFE Bring your broken things for volunteers to repair. Details on Instagram/Facebook @dorchesterrepaircafe Next event 26/6/22 Borough Gardens CHETNOLE CHURCH FLOWER FESTIVAL Community celebration featuring flowers, art, music 8 - 10 July 11:00 - 5:00 Free, donations welcomed UKRAINE CONCERT IN WINCANTON The Pilgrim Singers – singing for Ukraine. Sunday 3rd July 6.00 pm in Clementina’s Garden, High St, Wincanton. £14 to include glass of Pimms, strawberries and cream.Tel 01963 33695

TRENT SUMMER FETE, DT9 4SW: Saturday 2 July, 2 till 5pm. Raffles, tombolas, games, teas, BBQ, bar and more

GARAGE SALE Saturday 2nd and Sunday 3rd July. 10am - 4pm Saturday 10am - 2pm Sunday. Including furniture & household, carp fishintg tackle and small petrol chipper. Access via footpath from Alder Road or between 28 & 30 Manston Road, Sturminster Newton. FRIENDS OF THE YEATMAN CAR BOOT SALE at the Terrace Playing Fields, Sherborne, DT9 5NS on Sunday 3rd July. Sellers entry 8am £5 per car. Buyers 9am £1pp Refreshments available. Sadly no dogs are allowed. Enquiries to Roger Marsh (07518 927531) jillrog@tiscali.co.uk

CHARITY CLAY SHOOT

In aid of Ducks & Drakes Cancer Trust

Sunday 3rd July at 10am

Plush Cricket Ground, DT2 7RQ LAST ENTRY 2pm FIBRE WADS ONLY PLEASE Individual Guns Individual Traps & Team Flush Teams of 4 or U16’s BBQ & Refreshments ENQUIRIES: 07796 857744 www.ducksdrakescancertrust.org.uk

Cerne Abbas Music Festival 2022 July 7th-10th, 2022

Join us for our 30th annual festival in Cerne Abbas. Classical masterpieces presented in beautiful, informal surroundings by musicians who are Principal players in some of Europe’s greatest orchestras and ensembles. July 7th at 7.00 pm Dvorak, Sarah Jenkins and Berwald July 8th at 7.00 pm Mozart Piano concerto, Dvorak American Quartet July 8th at 10.00 pm Messiaen ‘Quartet for the End of Time’ July 9th at 7.00 pm Music by Howells, Kreuz and Brahms. July 10th at 6.00 pm Schubert, Vivaldi and Brahms.

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Thought for the day

Church

by Fr Francis Straw OSB The Catholic Church of Our Lady, Marnhull and St. Benedict’s, Gillingham Christians believe that God’s creative love can be discerned in the growth and the withering of every leaf of every tree. Elizabeth Barrett Browning put it beautifully: “Earth’s crammed with heaven, and every common bush afire with God. But only he who sees takes off his shoes; the rest sit around and pick blackberries.” If we lose sight of this basic tenet of our faith, there’s the possibility that we will forget just how much God is at work in our life. And if we do that, we

won’t thank God enough for what God’s given us – the world and all that’s in it, but also our own life, the air we breathe, the people we are. Spending time thanking God helps us to grow. It helps us to understand and appreciate better ourselves, our world and God. If we allow that understanding to influence how we feel and behave, we become more at peace with ourselves, the world and God. We make better choices and God blesses the choices we make. This is the way to make our concern for the world’s resources well-balanced, because it appreciates the value, not just of our planet, but of

every living thing in it and especially of every human life, which is the pinnacle of God’s creative work. Without that balance, we might value the planet more than we value people. This can make us lazy in our search for the good in everyone, leading us to make an unreal contrast between the people (bad) and the earth (good). If our starting point is to praise God for the wonders of every nook and cranny of the life God has created, we will know how to give true value to every part of it – to every life within it. In this way we will pass a well-cared-for world on to our descendants, and our

descendants will be people God will feel proud of. For further information, contact The Catholic Church of Our Lady, Marnhull and St Benedict’s, Gillingham, Father Francis Straw, The Presbytery, Old Mill Lane, Marnhull, Dorset DT10 1JX. Phone: 01258-820388, email marnhull@prcdtr.org.uk

n Shaftesbury Quakers (Society of Friends). Meets for one hour each Sunday from 10.30am at the Quaker Meeting House, Abbey Walk, Shaftesbury SP7 8BB. Everyone welcome. n West Camel Independent Methodists. Meets at All Saints Church on the first Sunday of the month at 4pm followed by tea. Other Sundays, evening worship is at 6pm. Phone 01935 850838 or Geoff.mead@yahoo.com. n Blandford Methodist Church. Sundays: You are warmly invited to our Sunday services at 10.45am. Thursdays: Everyone is welcome to Coffee and Chat for refreshments from 10am to noon. Fridays: You are also invited to our Lunch Club for the over-55s on Fridays from noon at £5 a meal. Please ring John Cornish to book your meal. We are anxious to offer help to those in need. If this is the case, then please leave me message to include your name and contact details.May God bless you all. John Cornish, steward at Blandford Methodist Church. Phone: 07799 516735. n Anglican High Mass at Wimborne St Giles. High Mass is the first Sunday of each month at 10am. BH21 5LZ. n Coffee, Cake and Company

at St Gregory’s Church, Marnhull. Every Thursday from 10-11am. Everyone welcome. n 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. First Friday of the month, 9am Requiem Holy Communion; The Sepulchre Chapel. Third Friday of the month, 11am Remembering the Fallen (excluding Good Friday). Saturdays, 9am CW Holy Communion; The Sepulchre Chapel. n St Peter’s, Hinton St Mary. First, second and third Sundays, 9.30am Morning Prayer. Fourth Sunday, 9.30am Holy Communion. n St Thomas’ Lydlinch. Second and fourth Sunday, 11am Holy Communion. 3rd Sunday, 6pm Evensong. n St Mary’s, Sturminster Newton. First and third Sundays, 11am Holy Communion; 6pm BCP Evensong. Second and fourth Sundays, 9.30am Morning

Prayer; 6pm BCP Evensong. Fifth Sunday, 11am Benefice Holy Communion. Wednesdays, 10am BCP Holy Communion. n Kingston Lacy. Second Sunday of the month, 9.15am Holy Communion. Fourth Sunday of the month, 9.15am Family Service. n Shapwick. Third Sunday of the month, 9.15am Holy Communion. n Horton Church. First Sunday of the month, 10.30am Holy Communion. n Hinton Martell. Second Sunday of the month, 10.30am Holy Communion. n Horton and Chalbury Village Hall. Third Sunday of the month, 9am Breakfast Church. n Witchampton Church. Third Sunday of the month, 10.30am Holy Communion. n Chalbury Church. Fourth Sunday of the month, 10.30am Holy Communion. n Our Lady’s RC Church, Marnhull. Mass Sunday, 9.30am and 6pm. n St Benedict’s RC Church, Gillingham. Sunday, 11am. n St Mary’s, Stalbridge. Please join us for either of the following services: 3 July Holy Communion, 10am. 10 July, Evensong 4pm. n Fancy a coffee? The churches in The Donheads, Charlton, East Knoyle, Semley and Sedgehill now have a team

of friendly, approachable people – with safeguarding clearance – available to offer home visits. If you know someone who would appreciate company and a chance to chat, contact Revd. Kate at rector@ benofbart.org.uk or on 01747 830174. n West Camel Independent Methodists. Sunday, June 26, 6pm. Evening worship. A warm welcome to all. Contact: 01935 850838 or Geoff.mead@yahoo. com n Lower Stour Benefice. Sunday, 26 June – 9.30am, Communion – St Mary The Virgin Charlton Marshall. 9.30am, Morning Worship – St John Baptist, Spetisbury. 11am, Communion, All Saints Langton Long. 11am, BCP Communion – Tarrant Crawford. n St Martin of Tours, Lillington. Sunday, 26 June, Morning Service, 10am. n St James the Great, Longburton. Sunday, 26 June, Village Communion – 11am (note later start time). n St Paul’s Church, Sherborne. Sunday, 26 June, All Age Worship, 10.30am. n Woodlands Methodist Church. In concert on Saturday, June 25, at 7.30pm, Bourne 2 Sing male voice choir. Tickets priced £7, including refreshments. Tickets from 01202 822066 or 01202 822869.

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History of the magical henge by Hilary Porter THOUSANDS ABANDONED THEIR beds and descended on Stonehenge once more, to watch the sun rise as part of the summer Solstice this week. English Heritage granted free access to the whole site, following two years of Covid-19 restrictions. It also livestreamed the sunset and sunrise again, allowing millions more across the world to experience it, too. The longest day of the year was celebrated at the site on Salisbury Plain as has been the custom for thousands of years, as the sun rises behind the Heel Stone and rays of sun are channelled into the centre of the monument. The solstice, from the Latin words sol for sun and sistere meaning to come to a stop or to stand still, took place on 21 June. Visitors were allowed to move close to the stones, but told to take care because they have rare lichens and prehistoric carvings on them. Spectators were cheering, dancing, singing and playing music. Spiritually, the summer solstice symbolises prosperity, extravagance and good spirits. Visitors go to experience being inside the stone circle and to celebrate the history of the stones, as well as changes in daylight hours, seasons, moon cycles and sun movement, and the physical and spiritual Neolithic lifestyle. Despite being one of the most famous landmarks in Britain, Stonehenge is still one of the ultimate historical mysteries.

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Stonehenge was built by people who left no written records, which is why it remains shrouded in mystery and speculation as a great enigma, and the greatest prehistoric moment in the world today. Stonehenge is one of the best-known ancient wonders of the world. It became a World Heritage Site in 1986. The site’s ancient history spans nearly five millennia, but it wasn’t all built at the same time. Work began in the late Neolithic

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What is it about this most historic pagan monument off the A303 that lures us in?

Age, about 3000BC. Stonehenge was already 500-1,000 years old before the first pyramid was built. Then, over the next 1,000 years, people made many changes to the monument – the last of them in the early Bronze Age, about 1500BC. There is little evidence to show how the stones for the henge got to the site, or why it was built. The Arthurian legend about Stonehenge suggests the wizard Merlin removed Stonehenge from Ireland, where it had been erected by giants, and rebuilt it as a memorial to 3,000 nobles slain in battle with the Saxons. Wilder modern theories have suggested that aliens and giants were involved in its construction. More off the wall theories pondered whether it was created as part of an extreme team-building exercise or long intended as a music venue! In fact, known as ‘ringing rocks’, the monument’s stones do possess unusual acoustic properties – when struck they produce a loud clanging sound, which may explain why they were transported over such a long distance.

Mysterious beginnings

The site didn’t start out as a ring of stones. The circular earth bank and ditch that surrounds the stones can be dated back to 3100BC, while the first stones are believed to have been raised at the site between 2400 and 2200BC. The larger sarsen stones – one of two types of stone used for the monument – were arranged in two parallel formations to form a horseshoe and an outer circle. These stones weigh an average of 25 tons and scientists believe they originated in quarries about 20 miles to the north of the site. The smaller bluestones were erected between the two sets of sarsens to create a double arc and their roots have been traced back to the Preseli Hills in south-west Wales – some 200 miles from Stonehenge. They were quarried at a site near the town of Maenclochog and transported to Wiltshire – a major technical achievement.

There are various theories as to how the stones came to be in the region. Some suggest Neolithic builders used sledges and tree trunks to form rollers, or that they floated the stones on barges along the Welsh coast and up the nearby River Avon. Scientists have also suggested the huge stones were moved by glaciers and vast ice floes during one of the Ice Ages.

Ancient burial ground

It could have been a burial ground. In 2013, a team of archaeologists excavated the cremated remains of 50,000 bones at the site, belonging to 63 men, women and children. These bones date back as early as 3000BC, though some are only dated back to 2500BC. This suggests Stonehenge may have been a burial ground at the start of its history, though it is not clear if that was the site’s primary purpose. In addition, the body of a decapitated man, believed to be a 7th-century Saxon, was excavated in 1923.

Modern history

On 1 June 1985, The Battle of the Beanfield was a clash between a convoy of about 600 New Age travellers and 1,300 police. The battle erupted when travellers en route to set up the Stonehenge Free Festival were stopped at a police roadblock seven miles from the landmark. The confrontation turned violent, with eight police and 16 travellers hospitalised and 537 of the travellers arrested in one of the biggest civilian mass arrests in English history. Stonehenge attracts more than a million visitors a year. When it first opened to the public as a tourist attraction in the 20th century, visitors were able to walk among the stones and even climb on them. The monument has been roped off since 1997 due to serious erosion of the stones and visitors only allowed to view the stones from a distance. Exceptions are made during the summer and winter solstices, and the spring and autumn equinoxes.

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Education

School’s fortunes are looking up Staff are celebrating at St Andrew’s Cof E Primary School in Fontmell Magna, following news that Ofsted has moved them out of special measures. The school was rated as ‘Inadequate’ in 2016 and after that saw 15 different headteachers appointed who then resigned, which was hugely disruptive to pupils. The Sherborne Area Schools’ Trust (SAST) took over the school in 2020 and appointed current headteacher Debbie Brown in 2021. Ofsted praised them saying this has ‘created stability in the school’ and that since they have taken over ‘leaders have high expectations…they have strived to re-establish a positive learning environment for pupils’. Ofsted added that ‘pupils are receiving a broad and balanced curriculum in every key stage’ and ‘pupils are rightly at the heart of everything that is done in the school’. Music and sport were highlighted as important features, with the inspector saying, ‘despite the school being smaller than the averagesized school, sports teams are very successful’. Headteacher Debbie Brown said: “We are delighted to share the news that we are no longer a

St Andrew’s Primary School in Fontmell Magna has moved out of special measures.

‘Special Measures’ school! The report is full of comments about the positive progress that has been made over the last year and demonstrates that our plans for further improvement are on the right track. We are lucky to have incredible staff and families supporting our school, ensuring it is fantastic learning environment for our children”. SAST chief executive Colin Sinclair said: “We are incredibly proud of Debbie and her team in Fontmell Magna – they have worked tirelessly to transform nearly every aspect of the school, with support from our School Improvement team. This Ofsted report reflects what a rapidly improving school St Andrew’s now is – it is not easy to turn round a school in special measures but the team have done just that, putting the children first and giving them the best opportunities to thrive”.

Jemima hot-footing it to dance school Talented dancer Jemima S (above) of Sexey’s School, Bruton, is swapping her final A-level year for a place at the prestigious Rambert School in Twickenham, London. The Year 12 student has been accepted onto the BA Hons Degree in Ballet and Contemporary Dance at Britain’s oldest dance company. “I would like to say a big thank you to Mrs Cullen and all the staff at Sexey’s who have supported me throughout my training over the last five years,” said Jemima. “I am really looking forward to starting my next chapter this September, so once again thank you to everyone!”

Rambert School plays a key part in the professional dance sector, shaping new generations of dance professionals. Alumni dance at high-profile companies around the world. Graduates include some of the significant contemporary British choreographers including Frederick Ashton, Arielle Smith, Antony Tudor and Christopher Bruce, and have found success with their own companies, such as Mark Bruce Company and The London Ballet Company. Rambert graduates have been nominated for Olivier awards, Golden Globes and won accolades such as BBC Young Dancer, Critics’ Circle Dance awards and Tony awards.

HORSINGTON CHURCH SCHOOL OPEN AFTERNOON Thursday 30th June 1:30pm - 3pm

Star names at summit

Speakers including acclaimed children’s author Michael Rosen (above), the Poet Laureate, Simon Armitage, and a host of education pioneers provided fresh insight and inspiration for teachers and service providers from all areas of the education sector at the 2022 Bryanston Education Summit.

Come and see our school on a normal teaching day, explore our outdoor learning areas, talk to parents and meet the Headteacher. There will be refreshments available throughout the afternoon. Horsington Church School, Horsington, Templecombe, Somerset, BA8 0BW www.horsingtonbwmat.org office@horsingtonbwmat.org 01963 370358

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Letters

Memories of Wellington the goat I was sad to read in The New Blackmore Vale edition 45 that Bruton School for Girls is to close. I wonder if any ‘old girls’, now in their 60s, remember the head gardener keeping goats? I bought a kid from him in about 1970 to help me tame a wild patch overgrown with brambles and tall grasses, beside my 300-year old cottage in Higher Chillington. Wellington, as he was christened, had a huge crate – used to deliver aircraft engines – as his house, and I divided the field with glider towing wire, to which he was clipped. In about two months, he had reduced the area, of about two tennis courts, to a pleasant meadow. He would accompany us on dog walks, never straying more than five metres from us. He loved to head-butt a football back to us and he was also very fond of the mint with a hole in it. Vernon Phillips Mere

I brought my scattered family to the Friday afternoon Platinum Jubilee Wincanton Town Festival. A great event which adults and children thoroughly enjoyed. My grateful thanks to all involved with its organisation. The Town and Black Dog Blues Band combined to deliver that special ‘70 years celebration’ spectacular. As the leader announced the last song of their set was from ZZ Top: The first thrash of guitar. A brilliant flash of lightning across the sky. Immediate deafening clap of thunder. “Somebody likes it then!” he quipped, and they rocked on. Her Majesty would surely have been delighted witnessing Somerset’s version of rock band pyrotechnics. Pity she was otherwise engaged. Alan Webber Pen Selwood Vladimir Putin has a habit of misunderstanding history. I noticed he had a portrait of Peter the Great hung in his office. The Russian president is

his country’s citizens, who should be asking themselves why does everyone else bordering them talk about enjoying life and having improved living standards. The Kremlin-run media peddles propaganda, war and destruction constantly which is of no value to ordinary people. And as a direct result, the Russian public doesn’t know that it has lost thousands of young soldiers and further thousands are left with life-changing injuries. I wouldn’t want to be in Putin’s shoes when they find out. Mike Fry via email

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obsessed with the past and the shaping of his nation’s narrative. He boasts of his admiration for the ruler credited with launching Moscow’s expansionist empire during a remarkable 42-year reign 350 years ago. Both share the characteristics of being capable of great cruelty and being chillingly ruthless in pursuit of their goals. So, what an irony that Putin’s botched invasion of Ukraine has sabotaged the legacy of Putin’s hero. Far from demonstrating Russia’s strength and status as a great power, the Kremlin’s failure to seize Kyiv and impose a puppet regime has only underscored weakness and diminished its global standing. Peter was driven by fervent desire to engage with Europe, modernise his nation and attempted to eliminate corruption. In contrast, Putin has turned Russia into a pariah state and done little to develop the country while funnelling vast resources into the

pockets of wealthy billionaire cronies to the detriment of his citizens. Peter was also a great military leader and some of his tactics are used in today’s modern warfare. An oft-repeated military adage is that amateurs talk tactics, professionals talk logistics, by concentrating a significant proportion of their war effort on destroying and interrupting the capacity to move equipment and supplies. In contrast, Putin has displayed military incompetence and logistical ineptitude which must have Peter the Great turning in his grave. Now the floundering president, who has been defeated in battles for Kyiv and Kharkiv by a nation whose existence he denies, has turned his four-to-one advantage in army size, on taking the Donbas region. The big dog may have a big bite but the little dog is all bite. Putin deserves to be crushed for the sake of his continent and

It has been my great pleasure to represent Bruton, Wincanton, Pen Selwood, Charlton Musgrove, Bayford and Stoke Trister, Pitcombe Shepton Montague, Brewham and Cucklington, and all of you as a parish, district and county councillor for over 20 years. I wanted to thank you all so much for your support and friendship. My new task is trying to help the trustees and volunteers at Bruton Library to raise funds to bring the facility up to today’s standards. I hope many of you will feel it is really important to keep and support this wonderful building and service in our community. Anna Groskop Bruton In defence of David Warburton MP, David Norris asks ‘was the article in the Sunday Times true?’, to which the obvious response is: if it wasn’t true, why doesn’t Mr Warburton sue the newspaper for libel? Steve Veness via email Simon Hoare is chairman of the Northern Ireland Affairs Select Committee. He is an arch Remainer who, I believe, represents a strong pro-Brexit constituency. Before and since the vote on leaving, he has frustrated every move to implement the democratic wish of the electorate. This included blocking a ‘no deal’ exit. Unfortunately, it would

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Letters some extent by the actions of Mr Hoare and his cohorts. Since then he has done nothing to implement the advantages of Brexit. Mr Hoare does not, in my opinion, represent nor promote the views of most of his constituents. We need someone like Lord Frost to get us out of this mess. Jeremy Bloomfield Gillingham

Danger to dogs and children

These fishing hooks are what our dog Lilly the cockapoo had hooked in her belly and paw after swimming and paddling in the River Stour opposite the railway arches. One of the hooks was removed from Lilly’s belly in an out-of-hours vet appointment. The danger to children and dogs paddling in the river is very concerning. I doubt that licensed fisherman would leave hooks like lying around the river bank or river bed like this because of the danger it poses. People who use the Meadows in Blandford should beware. Brian and Lynda Bates via email appear many of his parliamentary colleagues, on all sides of the House, support his stand. He is, yet again, vociferous in the Press on addressing the NI protocol, taking a stand against the Government view. I suspect he also opposes the policy on sending illegal, and in many cases clearly economic migrants, to Rwanda. Since he rarely answers emails, I cannot be sure of this but I would welcome his clarification on this essential policy, similar to several other countries with the same problem. It is disgraceful, given his views, that he remains chairman of the NI committee. He would appear to do nothing except enhance support for the Irish and EU approach to changing the protocol, even if that is in a passive way. We need a Brexiteer in this role. The PM did not get Brexit done. He signed the protocol as it was. Albeit, his hands were tied to

I learnt when listening to the Today programme on Radio 4 that there is a Minister for Women’s Health. Looking online I found this document: https://www.gov. uk/government/publications/ our-vision-for-the-womens-healthstrategy-for-england Last week it was announced that Dame Lesley Regan has been appointed by the Government as the first women’s health ambassador with her remit to include supporting the Government-led women’s health strategy. I searched for information on a Minister for Men’s Health without success. Further, while there is a newly published Health Strategy for Women, I could not find one planned or published for men. Given my understanding that one in eight men suffer from prostate cancer, that men are 67 per cent more likely to die of ‘common to both sex’ cancers than women, that the average life expectancy for men is 79 years and 83 years for women, and that the suicide rate is higher for men than women, I found this surprising. Nick Fletcher MP has said that men are dying so much younger than they should and has asked in PM Questions if the PM will meet with him to discuss the merits of having a minister for men, and the benefits of a men’s health strategy. I have written to Simon Hoare, MP for North Dorset, regarding this situation and he replied: “I think you raise an interesting point and I wanted to let you know that I have raised this directly with the Secretary of State for Health.” I have found a Men’s Health Forum at: https://www. menshealthforum.org.uk/petitionmens-health-strategy It declares that: “A National Men’s Health Strategy – not just for England but also in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland – will enable the many challenges around prevention, care and outcomes in

both the physical and mental health of men and boys to be addressed in a comprehensive and systematic way. Men’s health policies and strategies already work effectively in a number of countries including Ireland and Australia. Current supporters include the Men’s Health Forum, UK Men’s Sheds Association, the Men & Boys Coalition, CHAPS, Mengage, Black Men’s Consortium and the ManKind Initiative.” My question is simply this – when will the Government give equal priority to men and women’s health by appointing a Minister for Men’s Health and when will we see a Men’s Health Strategy? Ian Condie via email Nick Smith commented (New Blackmore Vale, 10 June) that more councils were installing car park ticket machines that would not accept cash. I agree that this can cause

problems. Dorset seems to be an exception, as it continues to make it possible to pay by cash – rather than mobile phone – in all the car-parks in the unitary authority I have visited over the last couple of months – including places where new machines have been installed. I have also recently renewed my short-stay car park (Shoppers) permit. I do not use permits bought online to operate via a smartphone or mobile phone, so I approached Dorset Parking Services for an alternative. I now have a physical time-clock permit, which I can use without needing a phone. The current permit is more expensive – at £78 – than the one I had last year but covers many short-stay car-parks throughout the unitary authority, rather than being limited to West Dorset. Sandra Cooper Hazelbury Bryan

School does the three Js! Pupils and staff at St Nicholas C of E Primary School in Henstridge have enjoyed a ‘Jubilee, Jeanes and a Jolly Well Done’ celebration at the village church. The event celebrated the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee, Jane Jeanes’ 30-plus years as a school governor and Abi Hopson’s Silver National

Teachers Award. ‘Best dress’ was the order of the day for children and staff in princess dresses, dresses, bow ties and waistcoats. Jane journeyed from the school to the church on a horse drawn carriage accompanied by three pupils and everyone from the school in tow.

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Arts & Entertainment

River’s story told in pictures Award-winning Shaftesbury artist Gary Cook is exhibiting in a solo show, ‘Wend: the Stour from Source to Sea’, at The Art Stable, Child Okeford. After training at the Arts University Bournemouth, Gary became senior artist and associate editor at The Sunday Times for the next 25 years, working on major news stories with leading journalists such as Marie Colvin and Jon Swain. Now he is a full-time painter belonging to the Royal Institute of Painters in Water Colours, as well as The Arborealists, a group of artists which give nature, trees, forests and woods a special place in their work. Gary has created 30 watercolours to celebrate the River Stour’s 61-mile journey from its source to the English Channel. “The river strikes a chord with a great many people,” said Gary. “Only through researching the project did I realise why the wonderful

Gary Cook has created 30 watercolours celebrating the River Stour.

Stourhead estate is so called – it marks the spot where the river starts. “As it wends through Dorset, many villages are named in its honour: West Stour, Stourpaine, Stourton, Stour Provost, Sturminster Newton, illustrating how our ancestors instinctively appreciated its vital role in our

lives. “I’ve painted its twisting course as it falls 750ft from where it bubbles up as a stream that you can walk over in Wiltshire to the 200ft-wide flowing force that joins the sea at Christchurch Harbour, showcasing its beauty and its environmental importance.

“There are 48 tributaries that make up the 781 miles of rivers and streams feeding the river which have given me many beautiful views to set my easel up at. “Through lots of research, it’s sad to register how the river has changed. For example, salmon were once so plentiful that, until the 1960s, fishermen hand-hauled nets in Christchurch Harbour and that even 30 miles up the river a 40lb salmon was caught. Fisherman’s tale? Maybe, but it’s unimaginable that a fish of that size could be caught there today.” Gary’s paintings in the show include silhouettes and names of the many species of trees he sees that are dependent on the river and sadly threatened by pollution. Gary Cook’s Wend: the Stour from source to sea is at The Art Stable, Child Okeford DT11 8HB until July 9, Thursday to Saturday.

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Theatre al fresco treats for families The joy of open-air theatre means families can experience performances in a far less regimented environment, which for those with young children can mean a more relaxed evening of entertainment The award-winning Illyria Outdoor Theatre company, which is celebrating its 30th anniversary and has performed to more than one million people, is staging three of its most successful productions at Castle Gardens in Sherborne this summer. Earlier this month it performed a colourful rendition of ‘Peter Pan’ by JM Barrie in the walled garden beneath the summer sky with audiences encouraged to take a picnic, blankets, seating and warm clothes. This performance is followed by William Shakespeare’s ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’ on Wednesday, 20 July; and Gilbert & Sullivan’s ‘The Pirates of Penzance’ on Wednesday 27 July. Performances start at 6.30pm – find tickets online at illyria.co.uk

Rakish tale

Meanwhile, nationally acclaimed theatre company Rain or Shine, hailed by ‘The Stage’ as ‘one of the best companies

Illyria Outdoor Theatre is performing ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’ at Castle Gardens in Sherborne.

touring open air theatre’, is returning to East Knoyle, Shaftesbury, to delight family audiences once again. Following the success of last year’s ‘She Stoops to Conquer’, the company is continuing its celebration of Restoration Comedies by presenting ‘The Recruiting Officer’, a rakish tale by Irish playwright George Farquhar. One of the most popular plays of its time – more often performed than Shakespeare or Farquhar’s contemporaries –

this is a delightful romp through 18th Century Shrewsbury. The story follows the mischief of crooked army recruiting officers Captain Plume and Sergeant Kite, as they head to the county town to persuade men to take the Queen’s Shilling by any means, legal or otherwise! Plume sets his cap at the vivacious Sylvia, and their bumpy path to true love makes for an hilarious romp awash with deceit, passion, swordfights and surprises

galore. The production is travelling across the country from June until September, and includes one night at Upper Leigh Farm, East Knoyle on Friday, 8 July, at 7.30pm in aid of Save The Children. Tickets are available on the door, in advance from 01747 830278 or online at rainorshine. co.uk Audience members are asked to take low-backed seating or rugs and a picnic to maximise their outdoor enjoyment.

Drama Express: Vive la difference! Putting on a play is always eventful – and with Drama Express being no ordinary theatre company, and the performers being no ordinary young people, the twists and turns are full of drama, on stage and off. Cornwall-based Drama Express is rooted in the belief that youngsters with additional needs have a right to access the performing arts just like their mainstream peers and provides an opportunity for ten-25-year-olds to unleash their personalities through drama. The film ‘It’s Okay to be Different’ shows that impact not only on the participants but their families and will be shown on at Stour Connect Buildings

in Sturminster Newton (DT10 1JF) on Friday, July 8. Amelia, Ruby, Charlotte, Jimmy, William, Lydia, their family and friends were filmed over 12 months and ‘It’s OK to be Different’ charts the evolution of an exuberant performance, rooted in their experiences of Covid-19 lockdowns, building to the first performance at Cornwall’s famous cliff-side theatre The Minack. The film is both an argument for acceptance and exploration of identity, giving the audience an insight into the challenges and joys of living with additional needs, as experienced by the young people and their families. Robin Toyne, a director,

Filming at The Minack theatre in Cornwall.

writer and producer with over 30 years experience, believes everyone has a story to tell. He will be there on the day to talk about the making of the film. There are showings at 11am

and 1.30pm and entrance is free but booking is essential. Contact Friends of Stour Connect on 01258 471359 or admin@friendsofstourconnect. org

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Pandemic inspires artist’s work by Faith Eckersall A woman wearing cloth and plastic facemasks picks a golden tomato. A goldfinch hangs by a thread. And south-western landscapes change under different lights and skies. These are just some of the works by Somerset artist Wayne Spilsbury, in his first exhibition since lockdown ended. ‘You Are Here’ is at The Octagon Theatre Gallery in Hendford, Yeovil, and shows a variety of Wayne’s work – although predominantly a fine artist, he also works in sculpture, photography and video. “My work is thematic and autobiographical, driven by people and places,” he said. “Recent works reflect my experiences of Bruton and Mendip quarries.” However, visitors may respond more immediately to his lockdown work, seeing reflections of the lives many had to live during this time. “I always keep sketchbooks – they are my visual diary and

chronicle many events and encounters,” he said. “Covid offered unique new experiences, and the lockdowns caused me to re-evaluate the new realities, to try to find insight and consider different priorities.” His normal work was impacted and an intended exhibition, ‘A Sense of Place’, was cancelled. However, he said: “This body of work has grown and now catalogues a journey beginning in the pre-covid world and charting life since. ‘You Are Here’ highlights waypoints through time and space, a navigation following an uncharted route with occasional statements of where I have taken stock.” Lockdown did have its upside, including, he said, the walks he undertook which ‘introduced me to places I might otherwise never have experienced’. Covid pieces started with a masked double portrait, ‘Bruton Gothik’, based on the iconic Grant Wood’s piece, American Gothic, and a small installation exploring

Wayne Spilsbury is on show at The Octagon Theatre Gallery.

the daily issues of respiration, ventilation and PPE, ‘Ersatz Leben’. A large sculpture slowly developed using found materials and a bat/bird/plague mask figure emerged, wearing hospital scrubs fashioned from dye sublimation prints he had created for the masks his wife was making for carers. The piece which may resonate most with exhibition visitors is

‘Madonna dei Pomadori’ (Madonna of the Tomatoes), a painting of the artist’s wife harvesting a golden tomato from the plants he set up in his studio. The image has a domestic quality and as the exhibition promises, is firmly anchored in time and place. n ‘You Are Here’ runs from July 23-30 at The Octagon https:// www.octagon-theatre.co.uk/

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Schoolgirl Daisy singing for Ukraine by Faith Eckersall ‘Dear Ukraine – we are here for you.’ These are the heartfelt words of a Durweston teenager who has penned a song for the people of the war-torn country. Daisy Andrews, 13, who attends Bryanston Knighton House School in Durweston, wrote her acoustic piece after watching the recently televised Concert for Ukraine at her home in Edmondsham. “As I listened to the concert, it gave me the idea to write the

song for them,” said Daisy. “When I was helping my mother at work, I’d think of different chords that might work.” She also used her free time to consider chords and lyrics, including some in Ukrainian, which she worked out with the help of a translation programme, experimenting until she hit on a winning formula. “After coming home from school and practising a few nights a week and weekends, I

got the rhythm and lyrics then thought of the title ‘Dear Ukraine’,” she said. “It took me about a week to write and compose it, then I continued to practise until I knew it off by heart.” So far she has only performed the song in public twice, first at Edmondsham’s Platinum Jubilee celebrations, and on Forest FM. “I did ‘Dear Ukraine’ and a couple of others solo with no backing, and people seemed to

really like it,” she said. Her school has also put her recording on its YouTube channel. Musically, she says she’s been influenced by two things – Ed Sheeran and her father, Andrew, who used to play guitar to her each evening when she was younger. Daisy hopes to train as a vet in the future but after penning ‘Dear Ukraine’ and other songs, including one for her mother, wants to progress her singer-songwriting career.

UK Bluegrass band Old Baby Mackerel (left) play traditional American songs as they should be played, with a twist of British wit on the side! Expect tales of whisky, railroads and heartbreak as the band head to Dorset for two gigs with Artsreach, the

county’s touring arts charity. Catch Old Baby Mackerel at Winterborne Stickland village hall (01258 880920) on Friday, 1 July, and Marnhull village hall (01258 820458) on Friday, 8 July. Further information and tickets are also available online at artsreach.co.uk

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The Queen is the personification of values we should aspire to I thought I would devote this edition’s article to some reflections on the Jubilee Weekend. As disappointed as I was not to be unable to attend the events in Blandford and Sherborne on the Friday to which I had been invited, I did have a very good reason. You can only imagine the thrill of surprise I felt when a very grand Buckingham Palace envelope and very stiff invitation card landed on our doormat inviting me to attend the Service of National Thanksgiving at St Paul’s Cathedral. It was a tremendously stirring and emotional occasion, perhaps made more so as The Queen was unable to attend. Just as we had seen at the Trooping the Colour, the full panoply of State pageantry was on display. I know it’s a well worn phrase but I think we all did feel we were at an historic event – there is, after all, unlikely to be a Platinum Jubilee anywhere in the world again. It was an honour to attend and the whole day will hold a very special place in my heart. As much as I enjoyed it I was delighted to get back home to Dorset. Every village, town and hamlet seemed bedecked with bunting, flags and Jubilee joy. Perhaps it was because it was the first time we could all come together since Covid that the whole weekend had a very special thrill but, again, I think it was because we all wanted to be able to say in the coming years – I was there, I took part. From cake judging – I know, a tough gig but someone has to do it – at Lydlinch, the Civic Service at Sturminster, the Tithe Barn lunch at Hinton St Mary to serving Pimm’s – in the rain – at Verwood it was all magical. All ages and whole communities coming together to thank a very special Monarch for all she has done for our country and the Commonwealth.

Conservative MP for North Dorset Simon Hoare The crowds at every event across the country represented the full demographic of modern Britain. That, of itself, is worth celebrating because events which can do so are very few and far between. As much as it was a UK event, it was also a world event. It was for the Commonwealth but other countries too look with admiration at our Queen. Look at the warm and heartfelt tributes from Presidents Biden and Macron, as well as from other world leaders. As much as The Queen represents a constitutional role, she is also the personification of values. Values we should aspire to and seek to replicate. It is impossible I’d suggest to compose a definitive list of the values but here are some of my thoughts which I guess most readers will share. Pre-eminent is public rather than self-service. The subverting of the selfishness of the self to the service of the greater good. The subjugation of unfettered liberty to the compelling motivation of duty. A firm and clear faith to act as a bedrock and point of reference. A clear belief in country and its values that can be useful in and to the world. Respecting the institutions

Perhaps The Queen’s greatest value is her understanding of family. wwwPHOTO: WikiImages

that invisibly hold our national tapestry together. Perhaps as a by-product of being hereditary, a sense of the tiny span of time that we occupy this earth and being a temporary custodianship which recognising the force to do as much good as we can in the time we have available to us. Perhaps The Queen’s greatest value is her understanding of family. A loving wife, mother, grandmother and now great grandmother. The product of loving and devoted parents herself, yet devoid of even a hint of rose-tinted spectacles when it comes to an understanding of the potential for ups and downs in every family. Those who know her best speak of her mischievous sense of humour. Come on, let’s be honest, who did not have a lump in their throat while smiling at the pre-concert

Paddington scene. Proving, just as she did at the opening of London 2012, that no matter what one’s age you can still possess the power to amuse and surprise. Let’s all pray that, should we reach her great age, we can still do the same. Perhaps The Queen’s greatest attribute is the ability to unite and bind together. A figure of stability, calm and dignity at a time when we need them more than ever. The country demonstrated it prefers coming together than being divided. Will cheer to the rafters the humble, quiet, dignified service the Queen has demonstrated these last 70 years. There are lessons for some politicians to draw and I hope they do so. Let me close by echoing the words we all uttered many times in recent weeks: ‘thank you’ and ‘God Save The Queen’.

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Britain loves if you’re part of it and embraces you when you’re not Wasn’t the Jubilee weekend fantastic? I was lucky to have all four days off, yet I know many were not as fortunate. So thanks to all those who manned the fetes, events or just did their regular jobs so that others might enjoy. Seeing the flags and festivities prompted me to think about patriotism and identity in 2022. For many, particularly those on the left politically, patriotism, or love of country, has become uncomfortable. The left has lost many political and social battles since the diamond jubilee to causes and parties more overtly nationalist, both in policy and symbolism. These losses have caused some to rebound against the flag and our national institutions. I would encourage them to think of what we saw at the jubilee, and think again. It brought so many people together. The myriad street parties broke the ice between long-time neighbours. The

Greg Williams, on behalf of Dorset Labour raucous event at Mampitts gets a special mention. A brilliant event. Well done to all the organisers. What I saw there and in the county at large was what I could only describe as progress. I sensed a moving on, a moving past the polarising arguments of the last ten years.

The Queen’s platinum jubilee brought people together. PHOTO: Pete Linforth/Pixabay0

Out there, outside of Westminster, is an England, a Britain, not worn down or held back by dividing lines and culture clashes. It’s a Britain that loves if you’re part of it and embraces you when you’re not. It’s a country that doesn’t accept things will get worse and worse but strives for something better. It’s a nation that looks past the past and to a more optimistic future.

It’s also easy for the country to unite around a head of state which embodies the virtues the country reveres. Restraint. Service. Others above self. The contrast with the head of her Government couldn’t be more marked. Terrible, rule breaking, narcissistic prime ministers are not a reason to have a monarchy, republicans would argue. But, my, aren’t we glad that Johnson isn’t our president.

This week’s Committee was no exception and I once again held the Government to task during the evidence session, questioning senior figures from the British transport industry on the Government’s handling of the BSIP programme. In Westminster last week was the Second Reading of the Levelling Up and Regeneration Bill. This Bill aims to empower local communities with a greater involvement in the development process as well as driving growth in areas which need it the most. My main ethos regarding development has been to support appropriate levels of development in areas where we need to see it, and oppose inappropriate development in areas which do not, with the North of Dorchester development being a prime example.

Last Saturday it was a great pleasure to have been invited to open the Jubilee celebrations at Cheselbourne, commendably organised by Bev Walters. Her Majesty The Queen exceeded King Bhumibol of Thailand’s record as the second longest reigning monarch in recorded world history on 13 June, a truly remarkable achievement. I took part in the Inshore Fisheries Debate at Westminster Hall on 14 June. West Dorset is fortunate to have such a thriving fleet of small fishing enterprises but now more than ever we need to see the Government and the fishing industry regulators act to help our local fishing families. I will keep pushing the Government to ensure many of these simple but impactful measures are acted upon to bolster the resilience and well-being of our local fishing industry.

Railway union is on the wrong track The rail strikes by the RMT Union on 21, 23 and 25 June are completely closing the rail network throughout Dorset. A skeleton service will operate from Southampton to London, but that is it. A co-ordinated attack from a union with communists at the top of it will be crippling to our transport network for those days, stopping people from getting to work and children getting to school. I condemned these strikes and the RMT Union, of which I used to be a member during my 20-year career on the railways, on Wednesday, 15 June. We need to ensure railway workers are paid fairly but we also need to ensure our railways are fit for purpose, and I stand firmly behind the taxpayer and the farepayer in ensuring this happens. As a member of the

Conservative MP for West Dorset Chris Loder Parliamentary Select Committee for Transport, I have taken every opportunity to urge the Government to fully recognise the importance of rural transport needs.

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It’s not cheap to get out and about! We had a couple of hundred people at our Jubilee event in the northernmost tip of North Dorset. A lot of fun was had and much catching up done by many who like Mole in The Wind and The Willows emerged blinking into the sunlight for the first time in a couple of years. It is noticeable our appetite for local social and cultural activity is rising again – arts, music, gardens, fringes, fêtes and galas. The summer seems jam-packed with shows and events. We may be rural but, by golly, we are busy, bustling rural. The only dampener seems to be the cost of getting there. The already astronomic cost of petrol coupled with foreboding about inflation and especially the likely cost of heating oil, gas and electricity in the autumn is making everyone think twice before setting

Mike Chapman on behalf of Liberal Democrats across the Blackmore Vale out. The Mole, fed up with being cooped up didn’t go back underground, did he? No, he set off and found new friends and many adventures. We need a similar sense of determination and for many a

bit of help along the way is essential. Where could we do with some creativity, then? We have just completed an internal review of allotments across North Dorset. The virtuous circle deliverable by an allotment is awesome – community and fellowship, exercise and fresh air, learning and understanding, produce and scope for passing on any excess. The provision of allotments is a requirement on all local councils. The actual provision across the area is very patchy and in some cases the rules governing their use gets in the way of maximising their benefit. We already have examples of allotments providing fresh vegetables to a local Community Fridge. We harness our sense of community when we

celebrate or enjoy a spectacle. Let’s harness it elsewhere. There are significant cost savings to be had, too, from using our cars less and driving more slowly and prudently – minimising use of the brake through anticipation saves fuel. Now is also the opportunity to reduce a lot of speed limits such as those dangerous 40mph limits through villages. Twenty is plenty, is the cry! We could also do with a bit less shoulder-sloping and hand-wringing from those in power. Do some intelligent design work on the system, take some purposeful steps rather than relying on post-hoc measures such as windfall taxes or the constant bleat that market forces are the only means. Whitehall needs to get out more.

asylum seekers to Rwanda, recently enrolled as a Commonwealth country, and why does its parent body, the UN itself, consider the country to be safe? In my view the Rwanda scheme is likely to founder for purely practical reasons but it's surely worth trialling it if it just might prevent people ending up in watery graves and stymie the criminal gangs which profit from trafficking human beings. Those complaining appear to have nothing new to offer when asked for their alternatives, beyond waffle. Note the Opposition’s procrastination when asked if it would abolish the scheme. I have written to the new Bishop of Salisbury to ask for details of housing within his diocese which is vacant because of the increasing gapping in the appointment of parish clergy and the extent to which it has been offered to refugees. Article 16 of the Northern Ireland Protocol to the EU Withdrawal Agreement allows either party to disapply the protocol if it transpires that it’s

doing serious harm. Well, it is. Notably, it has caused the recently elected Stormont Assembly to remain dormant because of the absence of cross-community support – a clear contravention of the overarching international 1998 Belfast Agreement. That’s a slam dunk in terms of triggering Article 16 in my humble opinion as a former Northern Ireland Office minister and ex-chairman of the NI affairs select committee. Personally, I’d do that rather than rip up the protocol which is the intent of the Northern Ireland Protocol Bill, the Government’s preferred solution. That said, it’s plain now the EU has been acting in bad faith. Throughout the life of the protocol the Commission has been applying its pedantic checks to the most ridiculous extent on goods crossing the Irish Sea for what can only be interpreted as political purposes. When we signed it we were entitled to expect far better behaviour than that. For that reason I will support the Bill.

Rwanda and the NI Protocol I wrote in April about my reasons for supporting the Rwanda asylum scheme in principle, though I also gave my misgivings about the practicality. The problem – that is, illegal and dangerous crossings in the Channel – has been highlighted again during this patch of warm, calm weather and my position has not changed. The European Court of Human Rights’ (ECHR) last minute intervention contrary to the position of our own courts has triggered calls for the UK to extricate itself from the Convention and Court. This would be a mistake. We helped found the ECHR in the post-war years and have been contributing to it ever since. It is not, as some have assumed, an appendage of the EU. Removal would require us to re-write legislation such as the Human Rights Act which codified into domestic law our commitment to the ECHR. The ECHR should, however, if it wants to keep faith with legislatures and public opinion, be wary of over-reach – particularly when it involves

Conservative MP for South West Wiltshire Dr Andrew Murrison contradicting domestic courts – and it must not succumb to judicial activism. We learn that the ECHR’s decision drew from Rwanda being, in its eyes, unsafe for refugees. It cites the UN High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) which also opposes the plan because it deems Rwanda unsafe. If it is, why does the UNHCR evacuate

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Beloved Jaguar for sale A classic Jaguar which has been in the same family for 62 years is going under the Charterhouse gavel in its classic and collector car auction on Wednesday, 6 July, at the Haynes International Motor Museum. “It is amazing to see a car being owned and cherished by one family for such a long time,” said Richard Bromell. The Jaguar Mk II rolled off the production line in 1960. Finished in Mist grey with a red leather interior, it was fitted with the 3.4-litre engine mated to an automatic gearbox. Over the past 62 years this Jaguar passed from a grandfather to his grandson and has

Duke’s Auctioneers saw some astounding results in its Asian Art auction at its Dorchester Fine Art salerooms on 15 June. The top lot was a Sino-Tibetan gilt bronze Tara which sold for £208,000, inclusive of fees. A Chinese longquan celadon kinuta glazed vase made £84,500, and a Chinese Langyao vase and a Chinese bronze Guei sold for £26,000 and £13,000 respectively. Provenance is key in today’s market and that was made clear with the strong auction results achieved.

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remained in and around Ilminster all this time. It has a large history file, including its long-expired 1960 guarantee, and a few years ago was treated to a bare metal respray. But with a recent house move the second owner has taken the difficult decision to let a new family take over custodianship of his beloved Jaguar. Viewing for this classic car auction at Haynes is on Tuesday, 5 July, with the auction the next day. All the lots can be seen at www.charterhouse-auction.com where live internet bidding is also available.

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The full auction results are on Duke’s website, along with upcoming auctions such as Interiors on 30 June, which will include property from the Old Rectory, Nether Compton, and the residual contents from Newton Surmaville. If you would like a confidential free valuation with one of Duke’s specialists, get in touch at enquiries@dukes-auctions. com or phone 01305 265080 to arrange an online or in-person appraisal at your convenience.

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At Acreman St. Antiques Auction, Sherborne, we have some great items in our 24 June auction. They include a Roman carved jet pendant, first edition book of ‘The Lion The Witch & The Wardrobe’, a complete Shelley Melody Chintz tea set, early toys including a push-a-long Steiff growling bear, two 19th century Enfield rifles, a collection of Dorset breweries items, a fantastic large-scale mahogany breakfront bookcase and our usual quantity of jewellery, silver and watches, collectables etc. We are now taking in items for our July General Antiques & Collectors auction. We are also accepting items for our upcoming specialist auctions of Antique Jewellery, Watches & Objet D’art, Coins & Banknotes, Ephemera including Stamps, Books, Postcards, Photograph Albums, Letters etc, Oriental & Asian items, Textile, Clothing & Apparel including antique lace, clothes up to 1970s and designer clothing, kimonos etc. To make an appointment to bring in or discuss items you may be considering for any of our future auctions contact us either by phoning Gill Norman on 01935 508764/ 07908333577 or by emailing auction@ acremanstreetantique.co.uk

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Making more of the garden by Sally Gregson June is a month of excess, of abundance, and gluts of fruit, vegetables and herbs. And while all those perennial herbs, the thyme, rosemary and sage, are making lots of growth, June is the time to take softwood cuttings in preparation for another year. There are always damp, cool days in early summer that are just right for the task. Choose a side shoot of this year’s growth, about 10cm long, and remove it from the plant with a slanting cut below a leaf-node, or by detaching it with a heel. Remove the lower leaves without ‘skinning’ the stem, and take out the growing tip. This will encourage the new plant to produce side shoots and eventually a nice, rounded plant.

First, fill a shallow pot with a mixture of potting compost and sharp grit. Then dip the cuttings in dry hormone rooting powder, tap off the excess and, with the aid of a thin stick, insert them around the edge of the pot.

Position other cuttings alongside, taking care not to let the leaves touch each other. Then label the pot with the name, the number of cuttings and the date, and water it well. The cuttings will root quickly and can be potted up by August into small pots of gritty potting compost, and overwintered in a cold frame kept on the dry side of moist. In spring give the young plants a haircut and plant them out in a sunny, well-drained spot when the weather warms up. The beginning of June is also the time when the seed of hellebores ripens. They do ‘seed themselves’ but often the seedlings very close to the mother plant fail. Or not. They take over from her. Either way, the seedlings of a very special, very expensive hellebore invariably fail to match the

Alliums – too good to eat by Sally Gregson Onions, or technically Alliums, have provided cooks with flavoursome bulbs for centuries. And leeks are merely onions with tall, fleshy stems which are as mildly flavoured as they are delicious – as are spring onions on a smaller scale. We are all familiar with such delights. However, if a leek is left in the soil throughout the winter and into the following spring, its core hardens and during the summer the plant throws up more rigid stems topped with elegant, lavender spheres among the cabbages. Whereas onions need a rich soil, improved with plenty of compost and manure to make fat, juicy bulbs, ornamental onions make more flowers in thin, welldrained soil, in sun. The flowerheads vary in size, season and colour, from the huge lilac footballs of Allium christophii to the dainty, blue, nodding chandeliers of A. cernuum and from dainty sulphur A. obliquum to A. ‘Graceful’ whose white individual flowers have pink-purple stamens. Alliums are the darlings of the Chelsea Flower Show, their distinctive flowers set off roses, bearded irises and many other herbaceous perennials on so many displays. Allium ‘Purple Sensation’ is an especial favourite for its royal purple globes which gradually mature to dark green seed pods. They are dramatic among feathery fronds of Bronze Fennel.

qualities of Mama. Special varieties can be hand-pollinated, either cross-pollinating them with another good form or their own flowers – self-pollination. By June the seed is ripening and it’s time to pop little muslin bags over the ripening seedheads and pull the drawstrings tight. They will catch the falling seed as the pods spring open and all those birds, mice, slugs and snails will be deprived of their favourite snack. Sow the seed into shallow pots, covered with a thin layer of grit and place them by the tap so they are watered regularly. Nothing happens. Until one cold December morning the seedlings emerge. Pot them up, and on, and then in three years’ time they will reveal their beautiful faces to the world.

Alliums are the darlings of the Chelsea Flower Show.

Allium ‘Mount Everest’ has large white flowers that at 2m soar above its neighbours, and, perhaps the favourite species of all, A. schubertii produces irregularly long pedicels terminating in purple-red flowers on short 30cm stems, like an exploding star. These are excellent for picking and drying for Christmas decorations. Sprayed silver or gold, they look gloriously festive on the mantelpiece. Lately, the breeders of alliums have been introducing newer varieties to add to the temptation. There’s A. ‘Red Mohican’ with sharp red flowers on 1m tall stems with a tuft standing upright on top. And A.

‘Summer Drummer’, the beanstalk of onions. It produces fat buds in early summer at a reasonable one metre in height, that just keep on reaching for the sky through the summer months. They eventually attain 1.3-1.8m and then they open their purple flowers. The buds are equally as sensational as the fully open flowers. Of course, these top-heavy alliums have to be positioned carefully. Choose somewhere sheltered from any wind, with a good background the better to appreciate their lofty flowers. They will stop visitors in their tracks.

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The wonderful things about roses… by Fiona Chapman IT IS SUCH a beautiful time of year – I want time to slow down so that I can appreciate the beauty of all the flowers and soak up the lush, calming greens of the grasses and trees. I’m deeply breathing all that rejuvenating oxygen into my system and enjoying the sun topping up my vitamin D. My beautiful Rosa damascena just about to flower as I write – it will be the most startling pink. I have always had a thing about roses. I love their scent and it is truly wonderful to walk into a garden and be enveloped in the most glorious smell. Both rose petals and hips have been used as a medicine for thousands of years. Rose petal conserve was specifically used for tuberculosis because their astringent properties stop loose stools and the spitting of blood. Rose is also nourishing and cooling and used for acute inflammatory conditions in the respiratory and digestive tracts. Rose petals are a wonderful, gentle remedy for the young and the very old and they are said to counter the devastating effect that antibiotics can have on the intestinal flora. They also help to dry up and promote drainage from the lymphatic system, particularly in the head and chest. Rose petals are also good for the heart, physically and metaphorically, and promote circulation. Rose petals can be used in a tincture and if going through a particularly stressful time or finding life is just too much, a few drops under the tongue can be extremely calming and effective. It is a hug in a bottle, and perfect for times when confidence is low and Advertiser’s announcement

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you are feeling overwhelmed – although it’s very potent and you don’t want to have too much. I like to put the petals in a sleepy tea as it is such a specific for anxiety. Not only does it make the tea look and smell delicious but it is calming and cooling. The common dog rose (Rosa rugosa) also has medicinal uses – its root was said to cure rabies back in the days of the Romans, and dog rose hips are jam-pack full of anti-oxidants and vitamin C. After WW2, children were encouraged to pick the hips for a syrup that was as delicious as it was nutritious! Fiona Chapman is studying naturopathy and herbal medicine at the College of Naturopathic Medicine (pellyfiona@gmail.com). MOBILE HAIRDRESSER covering Shaftesbury and surrounding area. Contact Angela 01747 854188 OAP CARE including massage,nail cutting, shaving and sleepover care, companionship.Ring Joyce on 07591 760333 Deadline to place your advert is the Friday before publication.

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Meditations in nature: Nature’s surprises by Susie Curtin I AM TAKING some time out from the Jubilee celebrations for a quiet walk. Armed with binoculars and camera, I am on a mission to find a Duke of Burgundy – one of our rarest butterflies. Unfortunately, it is rather late in the season now and the weather is not perfect for butterfly spotting. Despite the warmth and brightness, there is high cloud cover with only the occasional spell of sunshine. I drove here brimming with anticipation but now I am here I realise I was overly optimistic. I stop to chat to other hopeful souls before following the hillside path. The view rolls out across the valley, allowing my eyes to roam and my thoughts to wander. I stop to take it all in. Then, as I glance down, I notice that there, neatly curled beneath the brambles, is

the striking zig-zag pattern of an adder, slumbering in the morning warmth. I stand completely still and hold my breath as I reach for my camera. His beady, staring, orange eyes have already seen me and he starts to very slowly uncurl. The adder is the UK’s only venomous snake, and although not popular with dog walkers, or those who have an aversion to snakes, it is incredibly interesting and only a threat if handled or if it is unable to get away. In fact, ticks are much more likely to cause us harm. Yet the common perception of snakes as untrustworthy, treacherous and sly still appears to reside in the human psyche. Even in ‘Julius Caesar’, Shakespeare writes: “It is the bright day that brings forth the adder, and that craves wary walking,” warning that when all appears calm after the civil war,

It’s all about the nuggets by Alice Johnsen IT WAS TOWARDS the end of a coaching session earlier this week that we started talking about the nuggets. The nuggets are the bits in your life that add depth or quality. Not the once-a-year treats or the big family wedding. Nuggets are the stuff of everyday. The rose blooming. The interesting conversation. The gripping book in the bath. The small success at work. Those are the nuggets. Such things add value to our

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Brutus must still be wary of Caesar when he becomes King. As the adder slowly and stealthily disappears into the thicket, I continue my walk. Speckled woods, dingy skippers and Adonis blue butterflies begin to emerge as the light intensifies. Alas, there is still no sign of the Duke. Eventually, my thoughts return to the afternoon celebrations to come. As I turn tail for home, a stoat crosses my path and disappears into a tunnel in the undergrowth. I crouch low and wait. Will she come back this way? Does she have young to feed? I see her skit along the bottom of the hedge once more and then she is gone. I continue on my way, too. It has been a walk full of surprises. Dr Susanna Curtin is a nature writer and researcher (rewildingjourneys.com).

as simple as all that. If you don’t feel you are contented with your life, adding a few nuggets is going to make a really big difference. Noticing the small things, adding a few small changes to your life – that’s what makes the difference. For example, making it a regular thing to read that book in the bath or take your dog/child/friend for that favourite bike ride. Placing value on such things means they stand a chance of not being kicked off the agenda by seemingly more im-portant tasks. It’s not always easy but it is always valuable. In another coaching session my client and I were remembering the value of exercise out-side. Again, not always easy unless your day job is outside based, but easier at this time of year than in the depths of winter. But there’s no denying the immediate and long-term ben-efits of a blast of fresh air or

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a dose of sunshine. One last thought to offer. No-one else is going to create nuggets for you. No-one else is go-ing to create the opportunity for you to down tools and enjoy that nugget-filled moment. That is entirely and absolutely up to each and every one of us to do it for ourselves. Alice Johnsen is a life coach based near Sherborne (07961 080513; alicejohnsen.co.uk)

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Support local farmers and enjoy better quality food on your table Foreign trade is being put ahead of the safety of the UK public and the future of our food producers says Barbara Cossins, founder of Love Local Trust Local by Barbara Cossins FOR THE FOURTH time since Brexit, the Government has again delayed the implementation of much-needed checks on imported foreign food arriving in Britain. Frightened of food shortages because of the world droughts in India and United States, and the ongoing war in Ukraine, it has yet again failed in its support of the British farmer and allowed unregulated food to flood into the UK. Britain is proud to have the very highest in animal welfare standards in the world. The risk to animal health combined with the threat to the nation’s bio-security from the import of cheap food which is not being checked or vetted is a very real one and is being ignored by our MPs.

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The Government’s decision is putting the UK public at risk and British farmers at an unfair disadvantage. On the reverse side, British farmers have been made to submit endless forms, checks, statistics, tagging and heritage of everything exported outside of the UK since the very start of Brexit in January 2020. The same is not happening with food arriving on our shores. Out of touch with the real world, our Government is instead spending taxpayers’ money on asking our farmers to re-wild and grow trees on their land rather than

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producing food for their communities. They are making these ill-advised decisions even though most MPs have never even visited a farm. Our British farmers must meet huge expectations and standards to export our home-grown food and yet the food which comes in from abroad is not having any similar checks made on it and is putting all of us at high risk. Now more than ever the British public need to support their farmers. We need their safe, healthy, wonderful food and they need our business and our understanding of how they are trying to feed and look after us. We believe in fresh, seasonal food which shows true honesty, quality and proximity in how and where it is produced. This unchecked flooding of foreign, unsafe food imports shows just how important food labelling is for all of us if we are to understand what we are feeding our families and friends. Food security is totally out of control – we have no idea of what is in the food on our plates and yet another blow to British farming. If we don’t do something now, then the repercussions will be huge. Join the

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Artichokes are worth the trouble by Rebecca Vincent Artichokes can be a bit of a love them or hate them vegetable, but I think they are well worth the slightly fiddly dissection needed to eat them and make a lovely starter. Why not give them a try with this light red pepper dip! Both globe artichokes and red peppers contain a plethora of beneficial nutrients. Globe artichokes are great sources of magnesium, chromium, vitamins C and A, folic acid, biotin, manganese, niacin, riboflavin, thiamine and potassium. Most of the carbohydrate present in artichokes is in the form of inulin, a prebiotic fibre which helps to feed the beneficial bacteria in the gut. Red peppers are a good source of vitamins C, K and B6, beta-carotene, thiamine and folic acid, as well as the phytochemicals chlorogenic

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AT THE RECENT Royal Bath & West Show, winner of the People’s Choice award for Sweet Cider went to Shepton Montague’s own artisan cider creator Rob Whale of Southdown Cider. Mind you, he is getting pretty good at celebrating, as his unique recipes gained a further 11 awards – two gold, seven silver and two bronze for 2022, having been a past winner of the ultimate Supreme Champion British Cider at the last British Cider Championships in 2019. Rob said: “We were thrilled to win again – and especially as the People’s Choice for sweet cider was our first attempt. It really highlights the high standards and quality we strive to achieve and welcome more people to come and try it for themselves!” Rob told the NBVM about the background to reinventing this classic Somerset delight. “Moving to Somerset introduced us to the delights of one of its more famous products The apple doesn’t fall far from the tree: Rob Whale of Southdown Cider has been picking up awards. – cider,” he said. “The exploration of this exciting find involved visiting many damp cellars, watching ancient oak apple crushers and presses, and trying a myriad of interesting liquid products. “Some were straight from the barrel with an oakiness that was definitely very dry, while some were smooth and very different.” A self-proclaimed mixologist, with an extraordinary talent in the magic of fermentation – he’s also a chemistry teacher, which must help slightly(!) – Rob has now created a unique collection of multi award-winning ciders. “I won’t deny there was a great deal of – mostly pleasurable – research,” said Rob. “So when I decided to have a go myself and create formulas I loved, while supplying friends, the passion took over, with a ‘let’s make more’ approach. That was five years ago.” It was quiet for a couple of years, as we all know, but with the Bath and West Show back only earlier this month, Rob took up the FIND OUT WHY SO MANY PEOPLE ARE NOW TALKING challenge once more. ABOUT THIS GORGEOUS DESTINATION PUB!! “We have focused on supplying discerning local outlets, and The new team here at The Foresters are waiting to welcome you to come online retailers over the past few years, and have gathered a very and try the new menu and drinks offers! The talented chefs have created loyal band of followers who seek out good cider and apple juice,” fresh homemade dishes with locally sourced ingredients where possible. he said. So much so that Rob recently created an exclusive new, fizzy cider specifically for the village’s recent jubilee street party. “We wanted something fizzy to celebrate!” said Rob. “A few experiments and lots of tasting – someone’s got to do it – we settled on a blend of traditional cider apples that is a fresh, crisp medium cider with bubbles that is just such easy drinking.” And yes, another winner, scooping a silver award at the Bath & West Show. Southdown Cider makes fantastic ciders and apple juices – and the Festival Dry Cider is very current right now – so whether you want a few bottles for yourself, a three-litre pouch for a small OPEN ALL DAY – EVERY DAY! FOR FOOD AND DRINKS gathering, or a 20-litre bag-in-box, contact enquiries@ Lower Street Donhead St Andrew Shaftesbury SP9 7EE southdowncider.com. Email or telephone now to book a table 01747 828038 Alternatively, find Rob as part of the Somerset Food Trail, a info@theforesterdonheadstandrew.co.uk great family event over the weekend of 23-24 July and take a sip www.theforesterdonheadstandrew.co.uk of Somerset sunshine.

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Letting your best friend go… PHOTO: PicsbyFran from Pixabay

by Lynn Broom Longmead Veterinary Practice

often find this decision extremely difficult, particularly with an old pet because they have grown up AS PET OWNERS we will, with them from childhood and unfortunately, have to face losing they haven’t known life without our pet at some point. This may them. Younger children should be taken out of our hands but we also be consulted for their often have to decide when to opinion so their concerns can be make this decision. addressed. Ensure their views are Many pets are as important to heard and try to get agreement us as the human members of our from the whole family on the families and any final decisions decision being made. are never taken lightly. As a pet Once the decision has been owners we have the responsibility made please advise your vet if for their care and it is our job to you have any specific prevent suffering. requirements related to the Your vet will be able to help procedure. The individual you decide when to make this temperament of the pet, their decision, or you can use online health status, your previous Quality of Life scales to help experiences and timing you assess your pet’s overall constraints are all factors to quality of life. consider so that everything can Losing your pet can be a difficult experience for the whole family Vets understand this is a go as smoothly as possible. difficult conversation and we will do our sleep cannot be done too early if it is for the Whether tour beloved pet is a Great best to help you come to the right decision. right reasons. If you have discussed all the Dane or a hamster, we all have different We can usually advise you from a more options weighed up the pros and cons of reasons for the attachment to our animals practical viewpoint and can offer treatment, and we know your pet is only and the feeling of loss is real and should alternatives where feasible such as going to get worse, allowing them to go not be underestimated. Lots of experiences medication, surgery or re-homing when while still having some enjoyment from life are associated with our pets over the years behavioural, financial or practical issues is often kindest. and this may bring back memories of exist. Just because treatment is available, it difficult times. Your vet will not judge you for your doesn’t mean it must be taken.We often Feelings of loss are very real after losing choices – they want to act in the best consider euthanasia as a last resort, but it is a much-loved family member and grief can interests of your pet. We often feel guilty also a treatment option and ensures no be as significant as if a human family for making the decision to euthanase a pet, ongoing suffering, particularly where the member had died. The Blue Cross (www. but not taking action may cause more animal’s response to treatment may be poor. bluecross.org.uk) provides a pet suffering for your pet. Involve the whole family with the bereavement helpline service which can In my view a decision to put your pet to discussions. Teenagers and young adults provide extra support if needed.

KOI CARP for sale 12” £40 each 07745 898265 BORDER TERRIER PUPS, KC registered and SLEM clear. Both parents wonderful temperaments, champions in both pedigrees. Ready 1st August 07788 674890

Companions at Peace Pet Cremation Independent family run business offering a very personal, caring pet cremation service to bereaved pet owners. Collection Service Farewell Room Out of Hours Service provided Located in a rural countryside setting on the Somerset Dorset border Contact us on: 07900 654 440 www.companionsatpeace.co.uk

APRICOT CALL DUCK WITH 6 BABIES, Peking baton with 3 chicks 01300 341640 eve KITTENS FOR SALE! Cream, ginger, tabby and black. Girls and boys. call 07799 418522. ESS PUPPIES FOR SALE, b&w dogs. KC registered. Many FTW and FTCH in pedigree. Ready Now POA 07971 691588 CANARIES AND BENGALESE Breeder retiring all must go 07480 411246 BEAUTIFUL TRUE PARSON RUSSELL TERRIER Puppies for sale. £1,000 each Array different colours. We have 1 bitch and 7 boys. 1st vaccinations/microchip will be done. Ready to go on Monday 27 June. All puppies can be seen at our family home with mum. Both parents are KC Registered. Call Mark on 07774 189013

BABY BUDGIES FOR SALE. All colours. Ready now. Sherborne. 01985 841360 MOBILE SCANNING AND MICROCHIPPING and dog training. Fully insured contact Sarah on 07769 323429 LAKELAND/TERRIER PUPPIES ready for there new homes 16th June Micro chipped update worming ect comes with 4 weeks free insurance £600 dogs £650 bitches ring Phil on 07885 581455 CUDDLY, HAPPY YORKSHIRE TERRIER puppies for sale. Ready now. Well adjusted and confident little people. 07742 453285 MUCKY PUPS DOG GROOMER Friars Moor Sturminster Newton Contact Gloria 07784332682 muckypupsfrance@yahoo.com http://muckypups-bee-online.com 15 years experience in dog grooming

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Pets CAN YOU BE A FOREVER HOME?

BEHAVIOUR TIPS

These are just some of the cats the Blandford & Sturminster Newton branch of Cats Protection has looking for new homes.

Felix (13) and Patch (ten). Timid pair who need a home together.

Hattie, Simba and Nero (eight months). Trio need an understanding home together. Do you have the space, time and patience for them? Teddy and Elmo (ten). Delightful boys, friendly and confident once they get to know you.

Treelo (11). He is a delightful boy looking for a quiet retirement.

Jinx (six). Indoor home needed for this delightful boy.

Stanley (one). Lovely boy looking for a home to call his own.

Kittens We have kittens available soon. If you would like to register interest, please visit our website and fill in the enquiry form – www.cats.org.uk/blandford Please do not ring as we are all volunteers and can’t always answer the phone. Thank you. For details, please call our helpline on 01258 858644 or visit our website www.cats.org.uk/ blandford

Found cats If you are regularly seeing a cat in your garden or down your street which you don’t think has an owner, please give us a call – it might be a lost cat that could be reunited with its owner. n Black and white, Bishops Caundle, Black & White with a black splodge on its nose.

We are still offering neutering and micro-chipping for £5 in postcode areas DT10 and DT11 SP7, SP8 and BH21. Phone 01258 268695.

MID DORSET 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: cats.org.uk/blandford (Formerly Blandford & Sturminster) Sponsored by Longmead Veterinary Practice Ltd

Tip#17 Lie down on cue by Helen Taylor With your dog sitting, hold a smelly treat to its nose – do not say ‘down’ yet! Very slowly, lower your hand towards a spot between his front paws. If he stands, remove your hand until he sits again, then repeat – more slowly and closer to his chest. Once he slides his front legs down, release the treat, then say your release word. Repeat a few times. Next, transfer the treat to your unused hand, but continue luring with your original – but now empty – hand. When he lies down, dispense the treat from the other hand, then release. Repeat several times. When he will do this reliably with no treat in your luring hand, start to introduce the cue you want to use – for example, ‘down’ – just as he is about to lie down. Finally, phase out the luring by practising sets of ten of this exercise – say cue word, luring action, reward, release. After each set of ten, say the cue word once and wait for 60 seconds to see if he will lie down without the luring action. Note: Slim, short-haired dogs dislike lying on hard surfaces. But for dogs which don’t mind, the slippery surface may help. 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

SUNRISE SERVICE & New Blackmore 24 June 2022 MOTVale, CENTRE

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MOTS, SERVICING AND REPAIRS ON ALL VEHICLES UP TO 3.5 TONNES STORAGE FOR SUNRISE SERVICE & CARAVANS, BOATS AND INCLUDING HORSEBOXES CARS at Enford Farm near MOT CENTRE AND MOTORHOMES Blandford. 01258 450050 / SUNRISE SERVICE & Bodyshop open for all repairs and restorations, 07704 813025 SERVICING AND REPAIRS from MOTS, small scratches complete resprays, MOT to CENTRE ON ALL VEHICLES UP welcome. TO 3.5 TONNES insurance work INCLUDING HORSEBOXES MOTS, SERVICING MOTS – class 4,5AND andREPAIRS 7 AND MOTORHOMES ON ALL VEHICLES UP TO 3.5 TONNES Bodyshop open for all repairs and restorations, Diagnostics INCLUDING HORSEBOXES from small scratches to complete resprays, AND MOTORHOMES Air conditioning insurance work welcome. Bodyshop open for all repairs and restorations, Valets MOTSscratches class 4, 4,5 and from small to5complete resprays, MOTs –– class and 7 7 insurance work welcome. Diagnostics Courtesy Cars Diagnostics Conditioning MOTS –Air class 4,5 and 7 Air conditioning CollectionsCourtesy within a 5 mile radius Cars Diagnostics Valets Air conditioning Concessions for Pensioners, Concessions forCourtesy Pensioners, Forces Cars Armed Valets Armed Forces and Emergency Services and Emergency Services Collections within a 5 mile radius Courtesy Cars

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15B Sunrise Business Park, Higher Shaftesbury Road 15B Sunrise Business Park, Higher Shaftesbury Road Blandford DT11 8ST 15B Sunrise Business Park, Higher Shaftesbury Road Blandford DT11 8ST Blandford DT11 8ST Tel: 01258 459798 459798 Tel: 01258 Tel: 01258 459798 Email sunriseservicecentre@hotmail.com Email sunriseservicecentre@hotmail.com Email sunriseservicecentre@hotmail.com www.sunriseserviceandmotcentre.com www.sunriseserviceandmotcentre.com www.sunriseserviceandmotcentre.com

ETS TRUCK&VAN DORSET’S PREMIER COMMERCIAL VEHICLE SERVICE ETS Truck and Van are looking for GOODS VEHICLE TECHNICIANS and APPRENTICES for their Blandford and Poole locations. Excellent remuneration package and benefits. HGV licence preferred but not essential as training will be given. Factory training included.

For an informal interview contact Colin or Darren on 01258 480404 or 01202 669339

MOTORBIKES WANTED Non runners and Unwanted Phone Keith on 07966 213344 OLD, INTERESTING & CLASSIC CARS WANTED PRE 1990S Any condition including unfinished projects Cash/Transfer Please Phone Paul 07890 096907 CLASSIC CAR STORAGE IN SECURE BUSINESS UNIT IN WINCANTON. CCTV -ALARMED. £100.00 P/M, ROOM FOR 6 CARS. Motorbike storage as well as motorbike basic servicing. GARY BRIDGER 07970 651750

AN IMMACULATE 2010 DIESEL NISSAN MICRA 3 door New mot £3,700 Black Service history 37677miles 01258 880892 / 07580 139999 HONDA JAZZ 1.3 MANUAL 2017. 28,000 miles. Two owners. Fully documented main dealer service record. Dark grey. MoT till February 2023. Lovely condition. Private sale. Located at Lytchett Minster. £9,900. Tel. 01202 622219 or 07891496768 UNWANTED VEHICLES BOUGHT FOR CASH ●Mot failures ●Nonrunners ●Unfinished projects ●end of life scrap vehicles ●minimum of £150 paid for complete vehicles. Call Ryan on 07474 737577

CAR SERVICE COMING UP? All Makes Servicing Free vehicle health checks MOT Tests £39 Air-Con Servicing Tyres and Exhausts Brakes and Clutches Batteries Suspension Cambelts and Water Pumps ODIS VW Audi Diagnostics Generic Diagnostics (most makes)

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To book your service please call

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Servicing & MOT from the name you can trust

Gillingham Service & MOT Centre

SERVICING.95 FROM £124 All makes and models - Including parts, labour and VAT

• MOT’s • Diagnostics • Air Con Service • Tyres and brakes Open Mon-Fri 8.30am-5pm Brickfields Business Park, New Road, Gillingham SP8 4PX Tel: 01747 823204 Email: service.gillingham@fjchalke.co.uk

CAR SALES

01747 854789 www.crewscars.co.uk

2016 (66) Ford Fiesta 1.0T EcoBoost Titanium X 5dr. 125bhp, petrol, 5 speed manual gearbox, partial leather, heated seats, parking sensors, reverse camera, cruise control, hill start assist, auto lights & wipers, bluetooth, outstanding performance & economy, Free road tax & upto 65mpg economy, 24,800 miles .........................................£10750 2017 (17) Ford Focus 1.0T EcoBoost Zetec 5dr. 100bhp, petrol, 5 speed manual gearbox, £20 tax, 60mpg, multi award winning engine, appearance pack, park sensors, bluetooth, hill start assist, touch screen, 33,800 miles .....................£10850 2011 (61) Ford S-Max 2.2TDCi Titanium X Sport 7 Seat MPV 5dr. 200bhp, diesel, 6 speed manual gearbox, 7 seats, partial leather, auto xenon lights, auto wipers, cruise control, bluetooth, parking sensors, sunroof with electric blind, high seating position, large boot, flat folding 2nd & 3rd row seats, stunning looking car with the X Sport styling kit, full history, cambelt replaced, new clutch & dual mass flywheel, 149,200 miles ...............................................................................................................£6850 2016 (16) Ford Ranger 3.2TDCi Limited Double Cab 4x4 Pickup 4dr. 200bhp, diesel, 6 speed manual gearbox, heated leather seats, parking sensors, auto lights & wipers, cruise control, bluetooth, switchable 2wd & 4wd with high & low ratios, hill descent control, touch screen, 58,700 miles .....................£15583 + VAT = £18700 2019 (19) Mazda3 2.0 Sport Black 5dr. 120bhp, petrol, 6 speed manual gearbox, stunning car finished in metallic Soul Red, heated seats, heated steering wheel, sat nav, reverse camera & park sensors, cruise control, auto lights & wipers, hill start assist, bluetooth, upto 55mpg, only 15,800 miles ..........................................£16750

WANTED

We are looking for 1970's, 80's & 90's Ford's that we can bring back to life, please call with any information.

Five Square Motors (Bosch Garage) Salisbury Road (A30) Shaftesbury SP7 8BU

2008 (08) Mini Hatch 1.4 One Salt Pack 3dr. 95bhp, petrol, 6 speed manual gearbox, salt pack, air con, alloys, ideal 1st car, upto 49mpg economy, MOT - Feb 2023, lots of history, timing chain replaced, 89,900 miles ...............................£2850 2015 (65) Nissan Navara 2.5DCi Tekna Double Cab 4x4 Pickup 4dr. 188bhp, diesel, 6 speed manual gearbox, possibly the cleanest & tidiest pickup I've seen, sat nav, reverse camera, heated leather, auto lights & wipers, cruise control, side steps, front bar & lamps, load cover, only 22,800 miles, NO VAT to pay ....................£15850 2018 (18) Nissan Navara 2.3DCi Tekna Double Cab 4x4 Pickup 4dr. 190bhp, diesel, 6 speed manual gearbox, sat nav, leather, heated seats, reverse camera, park sensors, rear canopy, cruise control, auto lights & wipers, touch screen, bluetooth, hill descent control, 2 / 4 wheel drive, high & low ratios, 129,500 miles ......£13333 + VAT = £16000 2018 (68) Renault Clio 0.9TCe GT Line 5dr. 90bhp, petrol, 5 speed manual gearbox, great looking car with the GT Line styling kit, great performance & economy, sat nav, partial leather, parking sensors, auto lights & wipers, cruise control, hill start assist, touch screen, bluetooth, 18,900 miles ................................................£10650 2019 (19) Skoda Karoq 1.5TSi SE Automatic SUV 5dr. 150bhp, petrol, 7 speed automatic gearbox, high seating position, large boot, touch screen, bluetooth, parking sensors, cruise control, hill start assist, auto lights & wipers, pre-collision assist, great performance & economy, only 12,900 miles .........................................£19650 2004 (04) Toyota Landcruiser 3.0D-4D LC4 Automatic 4x4 Station Wagon 8 Seat 5dr. 161bhp, diesel, 4 speed automatic, 4 wheel drive, leather seats, sunroof, cruise control, sat nav, climate control, removable rear seats, big dependable 4x4, Ex Toyota demonstrator plus 1 owner since 2004, full history, 140,500 miles ...........DUE SOON

WANTED

We buy cars for cash so if you have something to sell, give us a call, we pay good prices & consider most vehicles.

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Items for Sale BUILDERS NATURAL STONE rubble free to take away easy to access Milborne Port 07751 016907

Over Over Over 3030 30 years years years experience experience experience

FIRST ALERT FIRE ESCAPE LADDER , 4 metres long ,hang from bedroom window etc. perfect .Folds to 18 inches £20 tel 01747 822422

Best Best Best prices prices prices paid paid paid please please please call: call: call:

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John’s Caravans

Mobile Caravan Servicing & Repairs Please call

01747 853114 or 07546 548017

Keeping you on the move...

Items for Sale OXFORD 180AMP WELDER SINGLE PHASE c/w long leads £50.00. Harrison H/V milling M/C table 30’ x 8” 3 phase good condition offered free, taker to remove and load, tel 01258 880964 Milton Abbas WICKER SHOPPING BASKET hand made as new £10, Metal live rat trap very effective £10. 01747 812738 6FT (1.8M X 1.8M) DECORATIVE FENCE panels x 4. £40. Buyer collects. 07855 258831 TROTTERS BLUE VALLEY XL shoot jacket £40 07770 778740 VARIOUS TOOLS, saw bench, aviary panels and more. Shed clear-out. 01963 33156 SOLID PINE 12 BOTTLE wine rack with cudboard underneath Tony 07598 982824 TOYOTA SEWING MACHINE RS2000 unused £50.00 01747 840984 GALVANISED STEEL FLEXIBLE GARDEN/PATH EDGING, 20 meters ( 4 x 5) . Height 16.5 cm. New. Cost £40.00 will accept £20.00 01747 855666 CAT CARRIER £25, Litter tray and s/s feeding bowls £5, cat flap for large cat £12 (unused). 01747 590386

DRIVE AWAY MOTORHOME awning suitable for small motorhome -£50 for more details please call : 07944 672751 NEW OAK STAIRCASE suitable for a large hall way, open to reasonable offers 07751 016907 BICYCLE VIKING maelstrom 7 speed £50 07752 691255 PAIR OF VINTAGE WOODEN OARS 180cm re- varnished in very good condition £50 01747 854983 JONES SEWING MACHINE Electric - With foot operated pedal Good Condition despite age £20 o.n.o Tel: 01963 33160 SEA FISHING ROD - Daiwa Seahunter, Surf/Beachcaster, 15 Foot, Rigged For Fixed Spool Reel, Good Condition, £40. Tel 01963 371179 CHEST FREEZER 9-10 cubic feet £90 07929 639692 ULTRALITE 4 WHEEL MOBILITY SCOOTER. Hardly used. Prime condition. £450.00. 07803 003139 FOOD MIXER ON STAND 6 speeds, 350 watt, with beaters and dough hooks. NEW, wrong item purchased. Cost £29.99. Accept £20. Tel. 07966 053 208 or 01747 854980

NEW OAK STAIRCASE suitable for a large hall way, open to reasonable offers 07751 016907 SEA FISHING REEL PENN mag 4 525 £50 01258 452791 after 5.30pm 3X BUOYANCY AID £10 each or 3 for £25 anchor for small boat with chain £15 01202 677607 FORTNUM & MASON open top hamper. Approx 52cm X 38cm. VG condition.£20 Artcare Portfolio. Approx 47cm X 37cm. As new £12 01985 216546 SOLID PINE CORNER TV VIDEO CABINET Shelves with small cupboards either side lovely condition £50 Contact 07970 568679 CAST-IRON 5 BURNER GAS hob 20 inch by 29.5 inches hardly used £50 01747 855376 LARGE COLLECTION OF HARDBACK books about 300 some reference a few paper back £50. please phone 07773 906104 or 01722 711456 PINE NEST OF 3 TABLES – like new £20 ONO (01935 472693/ 07563 105 836) ELEVEN GLASS FLAGONS approx one gallon size. Perfect for wine or beer making £5 Tel. 07543 679877 Blandford area 4 IN 1 COMBINATION LADDER £40 ono excellent condition - 01963 364692 EBAC DE-HUMIDIFIER £20. Qualcast Lawnraker £20. 21x Card tables £10 07471 899833 BOYS M&S GREY LONG SCHOOL TROUSERS Age 4-5 Never worn, 4 Pairs £4 each. Assorted boys clothes, age 1-8. Trousers, T-shirts, jumpers. All good condition and reasonably priced. 07825 185529

FOLDING GARDEN KNEELER/SEAT unused £10 and antique copper warming pan £10 Tel 01935 815648 Sherborne STIHL CHAINSAW MS180 petrol. Recently serviced £50 01258471156 or Mobile 07731 580011 DINNER SUIT. JACKET 40/ REGULAR. Trousers 34/30. Dress Shirt 15 1/2 collar. Never worn. Price £50 ono. Telephone 01747 840473 LADIES BICYCLE (needs some attention to brakes), gentleman bicycle plus fitness machine for attachment to bicycle £50 01747 825119 WOODEN ROAD TRAILER 5x3x3. spare wheel and electrics. Good condition. £200. or VNO. Sherborne. 01935 814360 G PLAN, 3 SEATER SETTEE. Pastel shades,excellent condition,as new. £85ono. Tel.01747 228845 VARIOUS ITEMS OF COPPER Tony 07598 982824 LIGHT OAK DINING TABLE L215cm W92cm H77cm excellent condition £95 and/or 6 chairs £90 01258 821186 ELDISS MAJESTIC 185 2017 7,300 miles Tow bar. 10 months mot serviced £45,000 o.n.o Mr Lofthouse 07883 348888 BOATS FOR SALE 9ft rowing work dinghy broadbeam, very heavy, lovely build with oares and rowlocks excellent condition bargain £250 also 1 x 12ft open hull simple restoration £135 near Sherborne 01963 220438

WANTED BURCO TYPE BOILER wanted, gas or electric, can’t by tatty Tel 01725 516257 OLD BOOKS BOUGHT. Will call by appointment entirely without obligation. Bristow & Garland 01747 855666

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Announcements IN MEMORIAM GEMMA PALMER Its been 11years since you was taken from us. Love and miss you always Mum and Dad xx

GEMMA PALMER Think of you Mum loved always Lilia, Macey, Evie. Xxx

THANK YOU JOHN GREEN Thelma and family wish to thank everyone who kindly sent cards, messages and donations and everyone who attended the Thanksgiving service for Johns life. Please accept this as our personal message of thanks. FN: 543837 AH:NM PUB: NEW BLACKMORE VALE Size: 80x46mm (1 col)

PUBLIC NOTICE

STEPHEN EDWARD KEELING (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 Lynchets Mill Street, Fontmell Magna, Shaftesbury Dorset , SP7 0NU, who died on 02/03/2022, are required to send written particulars thereof to the undersigned on or before 18/08/2022, after which date the Estate will be distributed having regard only to the claims and interests of which they have had notice. Rutters Solicitors, Rutters 2 Bimport, Shaftesbury Dorset, SP7 8AY

MEETING PLACE MARTIN 64 LOVE PARTIES Meet Lady love parties, 50-70 01258 472910

To place your classified adverts CLASSIFIEDS

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DEATHS SYLVIA HARDIMAN In loving memory of a dear wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother who sadly left us on 20th June 2020. Forever in our hearts and greatly missed by all her family and friends.

ATTWELL JOAN FRANCES Aged 90 years of North Cadbury. On 9th June 2022, peacefully at her home. A much loved wife of Gordon, aunt and friend. Private family service. Donations in memory of Joan are being invited for Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance. C/O Harold F. Miles, Funeral Director, South Cadbury, BA22 7ES. Telephone. (01963) 440367.

SYLVIA HURN Of Gillingham passed away peacefully at The Malthouse on 17th June 2022 aged 88. A much loved Mum, Grandma, Great Grandma, Sister & Aunt who will be greatly missed. Funeral service at Yeovil Crematorium on Tuesday, 19th July at 12.40. Family flowers only please, donations if desired in aid of Dorset & Somerset Air Ambulance Trust. C/o Peter Jackson Funeral Services, Mons, High St, Henstridge, BA8 0RB. Tel: 01963 362570.

TERENCE ERNEST BURTON On 22nd May 2022 peacefully at home aged 76 years of Shaftesbury. A much loved husband, dad and grandad who will be sadly missed. Funeral service has taken place. Donations if desired to The Dorset & Somerset Air Ambulance may be made online at www.mhfd.co.uk or sent to Merefield & Henstridge F/D, Ridgemount, Pitts Lane, West Melbury, Shaftesbury, Dorset. SP7 0BU. Tel: 01747 853532 The Blackmore Vale Magazine apologise for any distress caused to the family and Merefield & Henstridge for not printing this announcement in the previous magazine.

GOODS VEHICLE OPERATORS LICENCE

COLIN ROBERTS

Autoworx Recovery Ltd of Valley Road, Tarrant Gunville, Blandford Forum, Dorset, DT11 8JN is applying for a license to use, Hammetts Farm, Pimperne, Blandford Forum, Dorset DT11 8BU as an operating centre for 3x Goods vehicle and 3x Trailers. Owners or occupiers of land (including buildings) near the operating centre who believe that their use or enjoyment of that land would be affected, should make written representations to the Traffic Commissioner at Hillcrest House, 386 Harehills Lane, Leeds, LS9 6NF, stating their reasons, within 21 days of this notice. Representors must at the same time send a copy of their representations to the applicant at the address given at the top of this notice. A guide to making representations is available from the traffic commissioner’s office.

5.3.51 – 14.4.22 It is with sadness that we report the passing of Mr Colin Roberts. Colin taught at St James School, Shaftesbury 1972 – 1983. Then at Shaftesbury First School 1983 – 2006, when he retired. Children and their parents are grateful for the care and dedication with which he taught each child. Colleagues have fond memories and Colin had each teacher’s respect. He was the consummate professional going the extra mile when necessary. Since his retirement Colin helped the Kipling Cub Scouts with their carnival floats and helped at the Abbey Museum. He had a love of history and had good artistic talent. Though a quietly spoken man, Colin made a huge impact and will be greatly missed

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Announcements DEATHS MARJORIE GODDARD Died on Sunday 5th June 2pm. Thank you for the kind notes of sympathy. There will be a memorial service at St Gregorys Church Marnhull at 2pm, on Wednesday 29th June. If you wish to donate – there will be an opportunity at the church to give to Colities and Weldmar Hospicecare.

DAVID STOKES At home in Kings Stag on 4th June 2022 aged 75 years. Much loved Husband of Shirley, Grandad & Great Grandad. Funeral service at Yeovil Crematorium on Friday, 1st July at 12.40pm. Donations if desired for the British Heart Foundation. C/o Peter Jackson Funeral Services, Mons, High St, Henstridge, BA8 0RB. Tel: 01963 362570.

DYER HERBERT EDWARD Aged 89 years of Limington. On 7th June 2022, Peacefully at Compton View Nursing Home, Yeovil. Herbert will be sadly missed by his family and friends. Funeral service at St Mary the Virgin Church, Limington on Wednesday 29th June at 2.p.m. Followed by private cremation. Family flowers only please, donations in memory of Herbert are being invited for St Mary the Virgin Church, Limington. C/O Harold F.Miles, Funeral Director, South Cadbury, BA22 7ES. Telephone. (01963) 440367.

DENNIS WAREHAM, Formerly of Barton St. David, who died peacefully in his sleep on 29.05.2022. He was 101. The funeral will be at Yeovil crematorium on Friday 8th July, at 12.40pm

NATION GERALD WILLIAM CHARLES Aged 89 years of North Cadbury. On 12th June 2022, peacefully at his home. A much loved Dad, Grampie, Brother, Uncle and friend. Funeral Service at Mendip Crematorium on Tuesday 5th July at 12.30pm. Family flowers only please, donations in memory of Gerald are being invited for St Margaret’s Hospice. C/O Harold F.Miles, Funeral Director, South Cadbury, BA22 7ES.Telephone (01963) 440367

SWINNERTON, COLONEL IAIN SPENCER, Died at home on 24th May aged 90. Much-loved husband of Angela for 63 years, devoted father to Alastair, Kirsty and Jo and grandfather to Fred, Ella, Jack and Libby. He will be greatly missed. Funeral at Sherborne Abbey, 29 June, 1.30pm. Please email swinnertonfuneral@gmail.com for details. Donations welcome to Friends of the Yeatman.

McGUINNESS, MAJOR PETER MICHAEL MBE “MIKE” DOREEN MARY ALLEN ~ “DOT” Passed peacefully away with her family by her side at Maiden Castle Care Home, Dorchester aged 95 years on Friday, 3rd June 2022. Now with her beloved husband Fred. Dot was formerly a Landlady at The Trooper Inn, Stourton Caundle and The Kings Head in Milborne Port, now known as The Tippling Philosopher. They then moved to Sherborne where they lived in Manor Court before going into Care. A mum in a million to Brenda and Janet along with their husband’s Barrie and Steve. Adored by her 5 Grandchildren and their spouses and her 11 Great Grandchildren. Dot switched off her light to become a shining star but has left a huge void in all our lives and will be greatly missed. Funeral Service to be held at St John the Evangelist Church, Milborne Port on Tuesday, 12 th July 2022 at 2.15 pm followed by private cremation. At the request of the family, no black but a splash of green. Family flowers only with donations if desired for Maiden Castle Amenity Fund (Please make cheques payable to Care South Amenity Fund, Maiden Castle) c/o Bracher Brothers, Newell, Sherborne, Dorset DT9 4EZ Tel: 01935 813479.

Peacefully on 4th June 2022 at Dorset County Hospital aged 90 years. Much loved husband of Diana, father to Tristan, Penny and Justine, and loving grandfather. He will be dearly missed by all his family and friends. The funeral service has already taken place on 22nd June 2022 at Holy Trinity Church, Dorchester. Donations in memory of Mike for British Heart Foundation or the Armed Forces Charity “SSAFA” may be made online at www. grassby-funeral.co.uk, or cheques can be made payable to the charity and sent c/o Grassby Funeral Service, 8 Princes Street, Dorchester, DT1 1TW.

ADRIENNE LORNA JEAN CROCKFORD On 8th June 2022 passed away peacefully aged 89 years. A much loved Wife, Mum and Nan. Who will be sadly missed. Funeral service takes place at Salisbury Crematorium on Friday 8th July at 1pm. No flowers please, donations in memory of Adrienne for Morning Star Salisbury or Alzheimer’s Research may be sent to: c/o I. N. Newman Ltd, Griffin House, 55 Winchester Street, Salisbury, SP1 1HL

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Announcements DEATHS DOROTHY OSBORNE Peacefully on the 6th June 2022 at Salisbury District Hospital. Dorothy aged 88 years of Gillingham, formerly of Bugley. Dearly loved Mum of Karen & Andrew, Granny, Great Granny & Grandy. Much missed by her loving family & friends. Funeral service at Salisbury Crematorium on Thursday, 7th July at 11am. Family flowers only please, donations if desired for Parkinson’s UK. C/o Peter Jackson Funeral Services, Mons, High St, Henstridge, BA8 0RB. Tel: 01963 362570

SIBUN VERA Passed away peacefully on 10th June, 2022 at the Garden House Care Home, Sherborne, aged 100 years. Much loved wife, mother, nana and great nana. Funeral Service will take place at Yeovil Crematorium on Wednesday 13th July, 2022, at 12.00 noon. Donations in memory of Vera for Cancer Research UK, may be sent c/o A.J. Wakely & Sons Ltd, 16 Newland, Sherborne, DT9 3JQ.

JONES ENID DIANA Aged 87years of Charlton Horethorne, (formerly of Corton Denham.) On 16th June 2022, peacefully at her home. A much loved Mum, Granny, Great granny and friend. Funeral service at Yeovil Crematorium on Tuesday 12th July at 10.a.m. Family flowers only please, donations in memory of Enid are being invited for The British Heart Foundation. C/O Harold F.Miles, Funeral Director, South Cadbury, BA22 7ES. Telephone. (01963) 440367.

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ANDREW COCKLE (SPRINT BAY) Passed away after a brave battle in Salisbury District Hospital on the 3rd June 2022. He was much loved partner of Jan, and will be sadly missed. The Funeral Service is taking place at Yeovil Crematorium, on the 13th July at 12:40pm. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired in aid of Cancer Research UK, may be sent to Bracher Brothers, Gillingham, SP8 4QL, Tel: 01747 822494. All respectfully invited.

POPE MARY REBECCA On 28th May 2022, peacefully at home. Aged 98 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Leslie. Mary will be sadly missed by family and many good friends. Funeral Service to be held at Salisbury Crematorium on Thursday 30th June at 1.00pm Family flowers only please, but donations, if desired for the Friends of Blandford Community Hospital, 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

FOWLER DAVID Passed away peacefully on Tuesday 31st May, 2022 aged 89 years. Much loved husband to the late Ann. Funeral service will take place at Yeovil Crematorium on Friday 1st July, 2022 at 1.20pm. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of David for R.N.I.B. (talking books) may be sent c/o A.J. Wakely & Sons, 16 Newland, Sherborne, DT9 3JQ. (Please make cheques payable to the charity)

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Recruitment FUDGE MAKER We are an artisan fudge company looking for a motivated and proactive person to join our small team and produce our delicious award-winning products. Based in Templecombe with flexible working hours (10-15 per week). Experience in the food industry is essential, organic preferred, training will be provided. Please email info@ridgeandcottage.co.uk for more details

EXPERIENCED HOUSEKEEPER REQUIRED for a family near Tisbury, Wiltshire. This will be a full time live in position (own cottage). The successful applicant will be required to work with other household staff. Key competencies: organisation, team work, honesty, proactiveness, energy, perceptiveness, flexibility, communication, reliability, sense of humour. Full clean driving licence essential. Applicants should send their CV and covering letter to Mrs Vicky Macaskie vm@fonthill.co.uk

We’re hiring school term drivers! We have various roles available for school bus & coach drivers for Damory Dorchester and Pimperne. If you’re a qualified PCV licence holder, or, would like totrain to be one, we’d love to hear from you. We pay £10.35p/h and can offer you a host of benefits including free travel and high street shop discounts. If you’d like to apply, please complete our online application form and we’ll get back to you with a speedy response. Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent Part-time hours: 20 per week Salary: £10.35 per hour Benefits: • Cycle to work scheme • Employee discount • Free or subsidised travel • Referral programme • Store discounts To apply, please send you CV and/or covering letter to paul.knight @excelsiorcoaches.com or call on 07970 888580. You can also apply via our online application form which can be accessed via this QR code...

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Damory have fantastic seasonal roles up for the taking! Full time positions are also available. You will transport our customers from Portland Port to Weymouth Harbour, between the months of June to October. We pay £10.35 p/h and have a wealth of benefits for you to take advantage of. This sought-after driver position requires no fares or cash handling and has limited stop work. If you’d like to take advantage of this opportunity, apply online today. Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Temporary Part-time hours: 30 per week Salary: £10.35 per hour Benefits: • Cycle to work scheme • Employee discount • Flexible schedule • Free or subsidised travel • Referral programme To apply, please send you CV and/or covering letter to paul.knight@ excelsiorcoaches.com or call on 07970 888580. You can also apply via our online application form which can be accessed via this QR code...

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Recruitment PROFESSIONAL WALL & FLOOR TILER looking for regular work with established builders or likewise. 25 years experience. Call 07855 326654

Harvest Temporary Summer Work Cefetra Grain is looking for temporary summer staff to help during the busy Harvest Period. Laboratory Assistants - to work in the Laboratory and Grain intake, based in Henstridge, Somerset. The role will involve the testing of samples from lorries delivering into the stores as well as the testing of samples collected from farms. No experienced needed as full training will be given. Candidates will need to have a flexible approach to work, be prepared to work longer hours, split shifts, and weekends as necessary. Farm Grain Samplers - working remotely to collect ex-farm grain for testing in the laboratory. The role will involve liaising with farmers and the office to plan grain sampling routes. Once on farm the candidate will have the physically active job of climbing up grain heaps and spearing combinable crops. The role involves a significant amount of driving and could also include some laboratory and office work. These temporary positions will be available from early July through to end of September/early October. Please submit your application together with your CV by email to grain@cefetra.co.uk before 1st July 2022. Cefetra Grain, Henstridge Trading Estate, Templecombe, Somerset BA8 0TN (Tel: 01963 363162)

Wincanton Town Council is seeking to appoint Town Clerk Salary Scale: LC3 SCP 37-41 £41,591 to £45,648 (depending on experience and qualifications) plus Local Government Pension Scheme. Wincanton Town Council is seeking to appoint an innovative, forward thinking, and proactive Town Clerk to support Councillors in achieving their aims and aspirations for the parish of Wincanton. A Certificate in Local Council Administration (CiLCA) qualification is required as a minimum, or a willingness to achieve this within 12 months of commencing the role. Attendance at evening meetings and weekend events will be required. For an informal discussion about this role please contact Councillor Lizzy Ralph by email at l.ralph@wincantontowncouncil.gov.uk. For a recruitment pack including an application form contact info@wincantontowncouncil.gov.uk or call 01963 31693. The closing date for applications is 12 noon on Monday 11 July 2022. Formal interview will take place week commencing Monday 18 July 2022.

RELIEF MILKER REQUIRED 2/3 days/ week on 200 cow dairy farm in Gillingham. Experience prefered.Email madjestondairy@outlook. com or call 07772 594268 COME AND EARN EXTRA MONEY. 7 till late Friday and Saturday nights. Good hourly rate + lots of tips, taxi driving with Blandford’s OAKWOOD TAXIS. All expenses paid for. Must be over 25. For more details ring Andy on 01258 455555, between 9am & 2pm, or email: oakwoodtaxis@aol.com PARISH ADMINISTRATOR St Luke & St Teresa, Wincanton are seeking a part time Parish Administrator, 12 hours a week. This is an interesting and challenging position and requires flexibility, strong organisational skills and excellent literacy, numeracy, communication and IT skills. Please send a CV and covering letter to dominic.findlay-wilson@ cliftondiocese.com Closing date Friday 24th June 2022 EGG PACKERS REQUIRED 2.45 - 5pm, 9-2 weekend available 7.30-2 - ideal for holiday jobs - 07967 388895 M B CROCKER LTD, EGG PACKERS REQUIRED Weekends 7.30 -2pm (Age 16+ with own transport). Please call Paul 07967 388895 CLEANER/CARER sought for Stourpaine couple. 2 hours daily Mon-Thurs £20ph. Own car preferred Call Alex on 07557 368985 for details.

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Recruitment

2nd CHEF / COOK

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A great opportunity for an enthusiastic team player to join our friendly kitchen staff.

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Full time, 40hrs per week. Term time only (34 weeks) with school holidays off. Some flexibility around shifts for the right candidate and a competitive salary. Closing date: 9am Friday 1st July 2022 For an application form please see our website, or for more information email office@hanfordschool.co.uk 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

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Term time only (34 weeks a year) with school holidays off. Competitive salary. For more information please email office@hanfordschool.co.uk or www.hanfordschool.co.uk Closing date for applications: 9am Friday 1 July 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

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Catherines Well, Milton Abbas, Blandford Forum, Dorset DT11 0AT

Milton Abbas Surgery is a small friendly practice providing care to patients in rural Mid-Dorset. We are currently looking to recruit the following positions: Integrated Nurse Team Leader: An exciting opportunity has arisen to join and lead the integrated nurse team at Milton Abbas Surgery in a beautiful area of Dorset. This is a unique role and offers the successful candidate the chance to undertake general practice nurse duties in a clinical setting, but also involves providing community care to our patients in their own homes. The post is for 31 hours per week and salary is aligned with AFC Band 7, dependent on experience. Closing Date: 24th July 2022. For further information, or to apply, please visit www.jobs.nhs.uk and use the reference J180-A2292-22-4779. Health Care Assistant: Due to an increase in patient population and staff progression, a post for a Health Care Assistant has become available at Milton Abbas Surgery. The role will support our Integrated Nurse Team, providing a full range of services to our patients both within the Practice and their own homes. The post is for 30 hours per week and salary is aligned with AFC Band 3, dependent on experience. Closing Date: 13 th July 2022. For further information, or to apply, please visit www.jobs.nhs.uk and use the reference: J180-A2292-22-5485. For queries regarding either of these roles or applications, please contact our Practice Manager, Sarah Noble on 01258 880210, or email sarah.noble@dorsetgp.nhs.uk

Nectar Imports Customer Service Executive Office based – Hindon No weekend work Competitive salary and benefits package

Green Island Holiday Trust is a Dorset based charity providing supported holidays for local people living with a disability.

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Required for August/September 2022

Previous Customer Service experience not necessary but must have excellent transferrable skills for selling and handling customers. Must have own transport.

We are looking to appoint a self-employed inspirational and dedicated charity coordinator. The successful candidate will be expected to coordinate up to six holiday weeks per year, manage the day-to-day administration, volunteer recruitment & training, holiday requests, organise holiday accommodation and oversee holiday weeks. Please apply by sending your CV or application form and accompanying letter to: debbie@greenislandholidaytrust.com Please visit https://greenislandholidaytrust.com/ to download the full job description and application form. Closing Date for Applications is 12 noon on Friday, 15 July 2022. Green Island Holiday Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the holidaymakers and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

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Recruitment SIXPENNY HANDLEY AND CHALKE VALLEY DOCTORS’ PRACTICE are currently recruiting Receptionists to join our friendly part time team. We are offering 10 and 15 hours per week over 2 or 3 sessions, mornings or afternoons or a combination to fit in with work/life balance. Please send your letter of application with an outline of your previous experience to wccg.reception.sph@nhs.net. If you would like further information please also request this through the same email. Closing date: Open

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MILKER REQUIRED for family farm near Stalbridge. 14/14 herringbone parlour. 01963 362351 P/T OR F/T DRIVERS AND CLEANERS required for Icecream van. Good rate of pay. Call Richard 07966 276612 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

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CLEANING SERVICES OFFERED Please call 01258 860136

EXPERIENCED LIVE-IN CARER seeks position. tel: 01935 873610 (after 6pm)

AGRICULTURAL / PLANT MECHANIC Experience of repair and maintenance of plant, agricultural & construction equipment. Based in our workshop, willing to respond to emergency site breakdowns making on site repairs and carrying out servicing, prepared to travel and stay away occasionally. Have good communication and organisational skills, be conscientious and have a willingness to meet deadlines. You must hold a full UK driving licence. This is an exciting opportunity leading to a rewarding career with a well-established yet dynamic company. Excellent pay and benefits package for this permanent position. Application packs can be downloaded from our website at www.mjabbott.co.uk Or alternatively you can contact.

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Recruitment EXPERIENCED SELF-EMPLOYED BOOKKEEPER required by Shirely Allum Fashion & Lingerie in Shaftesbury 10am3pm 1 day a week. Must have knowledge of zero and payroll, please email sallumfashions@aol.com

ON-CALL WARDEN REQUIRED at Hays Park Retirement apartments, Shaftesbury, for 2 x weeknights, and 1 weekend a month (based from home). With flexibility to cover sickness/ holiday. Apply to join our dedicated team to help support our lovely residents. For more information please contact: Carolyn or Rosie on 01747 830349 or email us at: hays.park@ googlemail.com

Ashridge Country Services are looking for a reliable tractor operative local to Fordingbridge, Hampshire. The ideal candidate will be a motivated, hard working individual to join our team. The successful candidate will be expected to complete grounds maintenance including but not restricted to Hedge cutting and verge cutting in addition to some agricultural work when needed. Please contact us on 07884264805

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Part Time Laundry Assistant 12 hours per week Friday & Saturday.

Bank/Relief Chef to cover Sickness & Holidays.

Excellent rate of pay and benefits provided.

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Co-ed Boarding and Day Prep and Pre-Prep School

Assistant Groundsman Required August

A hard-working and adaptable person is required to join our small Grounds team caring for our games pitches, grounds and gardens. For further details please contact: Chris Stewart, Sandroyd, Rushmore, Tollard Royal, Nr Salisbury SP5 5QD Tel: 01725 516329 bursar@sandroyd.com www.sandroyd.org Closing date Friday 15 July Interviews the following week Sandroyd is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. This post involves contact with children and is classed as “regulated activity” by the UK government. As such, a number of mandated pre-employment checks (including an enhanced DBS check) will be undertaken to ensure that the successful candidate is suitable for work with children. Additionally, suitability for work with children will be assessed by taking up appropriate references and at interview. Finally, candidates should be aware that this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

In the heart of North Dorset this elegant home for the elderly is set in two acres of beautiful gardens. For further please call House onand01258 Established as ainformation care home for over 30 years. LikeMillbrook you we value care, respect dignity. 860330 If you are or email gini@millbrookhouse.co.uk to request application seeking care for yourself or a relative a warm welcome awaits you herean at Millbrook house.form. A place you really can call ‘home’. We care, allow us to care for you. • 24-hour care by dedicated and experienced staﬀ • Twenty-nine beautifully appointed en-suite rooms • Freshly prepared home cooked cuisine

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individuals to join Registered our existing teams at Mere Surgery. with the Care Quality Commission (CQC), regularly inspected and recently rated good. We are proud to have also recently been awarded Candidates must be flexible to work a combination of shifts a ‘Commend’ by the Gold Standards Framework. including 0830-1700 and work additional hours to cover absences as and when required. Ideally, will have previous general practice experience but not essential, strong interpersonal, customer care and organisational skills. Training will be provided. DISPENSER 16 hours per week

The successful candidate will assist in the preparation of all aspects of dispensing, stock control, ordering and re-stocking of the dispensary. Ideally the candidate will hold an NVQ 2 Pharmacy Services qualification or equivalent. RECEPTIONIST 16 hours per week Working front of house, successful candidate will assist patients contacting the surgery and processing requests. To see the job description and person specification please visit the vacancies section on www.meresurgery.co.uk To apply please send a CV and covering letter to: Michele Mason, Practice Manager, Mere Surgery, Dark Lane, Mere, Wiltshire, BA12 6DT or alternatively email: michelemason@nhs.net Telephone: 01747 860001 Applications to be received by: 12 July 2022

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Recruitment EXECUTIVE CHAUFFER/DRIVER wanted For occasional trips throughout the year In owner’s vehicle. To and from London/East Dorset Clean driving licence and references required Please contact dpmrecruitment2015@gmail.com for more details TRACTOR DRIVER/ GFW needed on Dairy/Beef and Turkey farm. Between Wincanton and Bruton. May suit student. 07812 009364 Audio secretarial support required with excellent IT skills. 12 hrs plus per week. Some attendance in office required. £16 per hr Reply to : 07974743512 Highfield House Residential Care Home for Elderly people in Castle Cary have positions Vacant Catering Assistant and Waking Night Care Assistant Please Call Rachel on 01963 350697 or email manager@highfieldhouse. net for further information. Sixpenny Handley and Chalke Valley Doctors’ Practice are currently recruiting for a Receptionist to join our friendly part time team. We are offering 25 hours per week over 5 sessions, mornings or afternoons or a combination to fit in with work/life balance. Please send your letter of application with an outline of your previous experience to wccg.reception.sph@ nhs.net. If you would like further information please also request this through the same email. Closing date Friday 24th June. Blandford and Wimborne Foodbanks are each looking for a part-time team-leader to oversee their growing Debt Advice work. For further information and application details please see: https://faithworkswessex. org.uk/news/vacancies/

FULL-TIME DRIVER/ MARKET COORDINATOR (Tues-Sat) £25,000pa dan@thedorsetdairyco.com

PIG STOCKMAN

A position has arisen for a pig stockman on an indoor finishing unit in the Wimborne area. Possibility of flexible hours but with some weekend work required. Good rate of pay available depending on experience.

Please call 07831289078

We have two positions available at our Blandford Office and one at our Bournemouth office.

A Qualified or part Qualified Accountant with general practice experience for a role with good prospects for the right person for each office We are also looking for an office junior. No experience needed just a pleasant manner, good work ethic and willingness to learn. For our Blandford office.

Please email CV’s to steve@harney.co.uk or call 01258 451334

Joubere Ltd - Gillingham Dorset An exciting opportunity’s has arisen within Joubere Ltd a manufacturer and Seller of chilled and ambient food for the retail and foodservices sectors. We are looking for a number of enthusiastic and self- motivated production operators within the cooking area of the business Operation of plant and equipment with various levels of complexity in order to prepare, cook and transfer products. Picking, weighing and cooking ingredients as per recipe sheets. With the above position comes a starting hourly rate of £13ph rising to £14 after completion of training. This position requires motivated, committed candidates who have the ability to work Unsupervised and as part of a team.A high attention to health& safety is a must. Food manufacturing experience is an advantage but full training will be provided. The role cover Monday to Friday on mornings and afternoon shifts. 40hours per week with some weekend working, and flexibility required. If you think you have the skills and drive that we are looking for, please send CV, to Mark Heatley at Joubere Ltd, Station Road, Gillingham, DorsetSP8 4QA or email Mark.heatley@joubere.com

New Blackmore Vale, 24 June 2022

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Recruitment Want to advertise your business? contact:

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PAYROLL MANAGER We have an opening for an experienced payroll manager to run our extremely busy payroll department.

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Holistic approach to business support By Andrew Diprose Heidi Roper saw a gap in the market for a holistic approach to business support. So the experienced strategic business leader and HR professional set out to close it. The result is a new brand, NEHD (Non-Execs Hampshire & Dorset), launched in partnership with ViewHR, Dorset Growth Hub, Dorset Council and Plana. Now 50 local companies have the opportunity to complete the Business Growth Tool online, answering simple questions about company financials, key challenges, vision and goals. This, in turn, will produce a report with feedback on where the business is now and maps out where it wants to be. Heidi has assembled The

NEHD founder Heidi Roper and Nick Gregory, operations director at Dorset Growth Hub and NEHD consultant.

Board Collective – a group of experienced specialists available to work collectively on the business and at no cost. They include specialists in all key business areas to support applicants to grow a successful

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business in the current challenging environment. The Board Collective is made up of: Heidi Roper (founder) – HR,Strategy, People Management; Amelia Hooley – Strategy, Growth, Wellbeing; Anthony Story – Innovation, Growth, Digital; Caron Khan – Strategy, Transformation, Marketing; Dorothy Brown – Finance, Insolvency Practitioner; Dawn Leader – Finance, International Trade, Growth; Jacqui Rock – Marketing,

Branding, Strategy; Miranda Morgan – Growth, Strategy; Nicki Cluley – Marketing, Public Relations, Strategy; Nick Gregory – Finance, Growth, Management; Richard Burn – Marketing, Strategy, Digital Transformation; Robin Watson – Employment Law, HR; Steph Sanderson – Change Management, Strategy, Operations. An initial 15 companies will gain access to the above experts, effectively a mini-Board to guide a business in the right direction. NEHD will put together the strongest collective offering business strategy, marketing, finance, legal, sales, compliance, HR, international trade and M&A specialists to provide tailored support to businesses applying. Heidi, NEHD’s founder, said: “In a saturated market of subject area experts working independently, and sometimes providing contradictory advice, we at NEHD provide a collective support solution that is completely unique.” n Find out more at NEHD.co.uk

‘Your Money Matters’ Summer Morning Seminars

How to tackle high inflation and taxation with confidence With rapidly rising inflation, coupled with increasing taxation, it’s important to make sure you are fully up to speed with market conditions in these times of uncertainty.

Registration and coffee: 10:00am | Presentation: 10:30am

7th July

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The value of an investment with St. James’s Place will be directly linked to the performance of the funds selected and the value may fall as well as rise. You may get back less than the amount invested. The levels and bases of taxation, and reliefs from taxation, can change at any time. The value of any tax relief depends on individual circumstances.

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Sheep shearing time is getting near by Tria Stebbing The flock are thoroughly being spoilt with a selection of summer grazing paddocks now being offered. The recent weather has kick-started the field and it looks as though we will be able to cut and bale in July. We are set to shear in the coming weeks. We have a mixture of ewes and yearlings to shear, which when done makes them look like skinny goats. The weather changing again will cause us a headache as the summer grazing has no field shelter and the fleece needs to be dry to be cut. These days we use the fleece for matting and weed control as it is difficult to sell, as there is not much demand – a sign of the times in which we live. Did you know that fleece stops slugs and snails as they will not crawl over it? It contains moisture in the soil and stops it drying out, and the natural nutrients in fleece are a natural fertiliser. Rounding them up will require the rails to be moved to make a race to feed them through – it is a good time to check them underneath for injuries, ticks and abnormalities. The sheep become remarkably compliant when being shorn, almost as if they are ready to lose that heavy coat – it must be a relief. The ginger biscuits help, of course, too! I am off to harvest the elderflower in the next few days, best harvested before the sun gets too hot when the buds are freshly open. I am making cordial. The smell of the flowers soaking overnight infusing before using is so summery. The surplus flowers can be added to fruit when cooking, adding a taste of summer to crumbles, and also fried to make elderflower fritters. Elderflower Gin is becoming popular and looks easy, so I might diversify this year and try that, too. Him outdoors is about to get busy on other people’s fields, now baling hay and dodging the rain. We have just acquired a new bit of kit which will make

The elderflower will be harvested in the next few days.

cutting our own field much easier. The old baler always managed to miss tying the string in the sixth bale and I would end up running after it, scooping it up to put back in the row for the tractor to pick up again. Walking behind the baler is a thankless task, usually baking hot, dusty and hard graft. The thought of some of that elderflower cordial chilled and waiting for me will keep me going, I am sure. The ewe lambs have now had their lambs weaned and are enjoying the peace and grazing on the hillside. The lambs remain at the field and have chosen me to be their token human, often butting their heads for a tickle – sheep love head rubs. One of our best ewes has sadly passed away due to complications from mastitis, one of the downsides of multiple births. The sheep have

such big personalities and it is hard to say goodbye to a favourite. She leaves behind the legacy of three beautiful lambs and will never be forgotten. It caught us by surprise as the lambs were six weeks old – she

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put up a good fight but the infection became too much for her in the end. There is much sadness at the field but hope that the lambs remain strong and the grass continues to grow. That’s farming.

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Jubilee fun down the years by Ruth Kimber The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee. Farmers often feature in village events for several reasons – they have land, kit, are generally practical folk and often have a family tradition of fundraising and involvement in village social life. Our family is no exception. My in-laws, Jack and Winifred Kimber, bought their first television for the Queen’s coronation in June 1953 and Paul can just remember their front room bursting with

neighbours, family and friends watching the large brown box with a tiny screen. Down in Dorset, my parents, who were farming there, bedecked a shire horse with flags etc and gave the children rides at the village party. There is a photo of my sister and brother enjoying the celebrations as small children. Some 25 years later, 1977, the Silver Jubilee. On the eve of celebrations, we hosted a dance in the silage barn with a traditional hog roast – the pig

was roasted with two wood fires either side of the spit and it took all day to cook. We put off silage making to be able to use the barn. It was cold, windy and rained in the evening – we had to hang a silage sheet up in the mouth of the barn to keep the rain out! The next day we had games in our field, a greasy pole, sack races, wheelbarrow races and many more. The day was rounded off by tea in the village hall – including a large wedding-style cake made and

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decorated by my sister Jean Brown. The parish council gave each child a mug. The Platinum Jubilee was a similar celebration to that put on for the Diamond Jubilee ten years ago. The village was welcomed with a drink of Pimm’s provided by the local pub, The Smithy, then a photo call was made and all attending gathered for a group photo taken by Heather, who was lifted up in our JCB man basket! Everyone was treated to a sitdown meal under two canvas army tents. Some 290 people came, made up of villagers, ex-villagers, their friends and family. Coronation turkey, salad and new potatoes, home-made trifles, followed by a cheese board. Many of the ingredients were donated by village producers and householders. Bex Kimber Danger led the speeches, which in the main thanked the numerous people who had planned and made the day happen. Rev Mike Vockins said grace and after lunch parish council chairman Robin Bastable cut the very fine Jubilee cake, having said a word of thanks to the organisers and toasted the Queen. After all this the tug-of-war rope was put into play, with some very healthy rivalry, as various parts of the village

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The jubilee function in Charlton Musgrove on the village playing field.

sought victory. Some dodgy practices were noted and rematches called! It was a thoroughly enjoyable day with all ages and types in our community coming together to celebrate the Queen’s service to the country. The rain came and finally sent people home, a group of very wet helpers packing things away. In the

morning some of us washed all the crockery and cutlery, and attempted to return everything to its rightful owners! Kimbers Farm Shop, The Kitchen and Somerset Trading Barn, Linley Farm BA9 8 HD www.kimbersfarmshop.co.uk Phone: 01963 33177 Open Tuesday-Friday 8.30am5pm, Saturday 8.30am-4pm.

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Timed online auction only – rural lots inc: Faulkland, Bath – Lot A: 16.70 acres in 3 parcels, predominantly level, highway access. Guide Price: £125,000-£135,000. Lot B: 4.07 acres pasture land with highway access. Guide Price: £40,000-£45,000.

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Sutton, Shepton Mallet – Period 6 bed farmhouse, period and modern outbuildings and 3 paddocks totalling 21 acres. Guide Price £1,450,000.

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Forthcoming Dairy Sales Forthcoming Standing Straw Sale

Telephone: 01278 410250. Email: EAST OF TAUNTON AREA SEDGEMOOR AUCTION CENTRE TUESDAY 28th JUNE at 7pm NORTH PETHERTON, SOMERSET, TA6 6DF (M5, J24) AT SEDGEMOOR AUCTION CENTRE, at 10.30am with the Heifer Calves Tuesday 10th November NORTH PETHERTON, BRIDGWATER The November Collective Dairy Sale of Crops located across 305 holdings in the East of Taunton, DAIRY CATTLE Bridgwater, Ilminster, South Petherton and Langport areas. n 87 Freshly Calved Cows & Heifers from Beneknowle, Bettiscombe Beans: 87 Ac. Spring Barley: 74 Ac. Winter Wheat: 750 Ac. (x14)Barley: Birchwood (x18 Clevian, Dorset (x11) 217 Winter 536 Ac.Dispersal) Winter Oats: 57Dinnaton, Ac. Oilseed Rape: Hinton, Huntlodge, Lilylane, Peacehay & Rothereld Farms LLP Ac. Spring Linseed: 59 Ac. (x12, Crossbreds) 1,780 Acres n 16 Incalf CowsApprox. from Rothereld Farms Entered LLP (Crossbreds) **from LiveDayhouse, Bidding on Marteye. n 37 Incalf Heifers PT & JC Hinds (Pedigree), Please register inLLP advance of the&sale gth.marteye.ie ** Rothereld Farms (Crossbreds) J & JatWaldron n 3 Holstein Bulls from Beneknowle & Woodstone For further details please contact Office 01278 410250 Mellor 07929 649195 nthe8Sedgemoor Bulling Heifers from Greathill & Mror D Tom Thorner n 40 Yearling Heifers from Sutton Hall Farms n 52 Heifers Calves from Hinton, Pensdown, Thakeham & Mr D Thorner SEDGEMOOR AUCTION CENTRE To Include The Dispersal Sale of Tuesday 28 th June 2022 at 11:00am 62 HOLSTEIN AND FRIESIAN DAIRY COWS AND HEIFERS The Dispersal saleIncalf; of 12 Incalf Heifers & Comp: 47 Dairy Cows & Heifers Inmilk &/or 3 Maiden Heifers Comp: 229 Dairy Cows &KGS. Heifers In milk &/or Incalf & 80 Incalf Heifers n NMR HERD AV: 8039 4.11%BF; 3.34%P; SCC=127 HERD AV: 8,701 KGS.CUBICLE 4.29%BFHoused 3.55%P SCC=146 n *HERRINGBONE Parlour; BREEDS: Holstein X; Freisian X; Montbeliarde X; n *CLOSED HERD for 13 years Swedish Red X ForHERD GDW Isaac & Son SINCE 1996(Removed from Beer Farm, * CLOSED Broadhembury, Devon) YOUNG COWS: 170 1st – 3rd Honiton, Lactation * AUTUMN CALVING: AUG (155); Sep (74); Oct (38); * The large of high yielding milkers and dispersal sale cattle Novselection (11) (including Pedigree, Commercial and Crossbred) coupled with all * SIRES INC: Hammer; Fadil; Percy; Branly; Gabriel; typesKabana; of dairy youngstock this oneElijah; of our most Perran; Panzer; makes Noble; Nelson; comprehensive sales toetc. date just when dispersals are starting to Broxton; Jupiter slow acrossTO: the Lakemead country. Please note that SocialAngus Distancing SERVICES Jingle & Aberdeen * down will be in place and we ask that for only one purchaser per farming Rolf Park Farm Ltd (change of farming policy) business attend. Online Bidding Available on Marteye. (Removed from Park Farm, Brockenhurst, Hampshire for convenience of sale) NOVEMBER: Thurs 19thplease register in advance at gth.marteye.ie** **Live bidding on MartEye, SEDGEMOOR AUCTION CENTRE. Dispersal Sale of milking and JULY heifer portion of the 9,160 kgs CIS recorded dairy herd incalf Thurs 21st SEDGEMOOR AUCTION CENTRE. The Top 10% being 200 Collective Holstein Friesians MBof & LC HaskellCows, (Removed from Dairy for Sale Calved Heifers, Beaulieu Wood Farm, Dorchester, Youngstock & Bulls. Dorset for convenience of sale). ** Further Entries Invited **

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North Petherton, Somerset, TA6 6DF (M5, Junction 24) NORTH PETHERTON, SOMERSET, TA6 6DF (M5, J24) Telephone: 410278 Telephone: 01278 01278 410278 www.gth.net TOTAL STOCK FOR THE WEEK 7143 TOTAL STOCK FOR THE WEEK 4261 Stock from across the West Country, sold to buyers from Stock from across the West Country, throughout the Nation sold to buyers from throughout the Nation Returns for Returns for Saturday 31st October 2020

Saturday 18th June 2022

DAIRY CATTLE (73) Heifers to £2080. Others £2020. Cows to £1840. Others £1720. (1184) STORE CATTLE & STIRKS STORES£2350. (933) Steers to DAIRY CATTLE (70) Heifers to- FORWARD £2400. Others Cows £1365 (FLE). Others £1300 (AA) £1295 (LIMX) & £1270 (LIMX). Heifers to £1265 to £1880. Others £1580. (781) STORE CATTLE & STIRKS (CHX). Others £1235 (CHX) £1200 (LIMX) £1155 (LIMX) & £1150 (HEX). GRAZING - FORWARD STORES (564) Steers to £1760 (Her). Others COWS (2) to £615 (LIMX). Others £580 (LIMX). SUCKLERS (4) Cows & Calves £1665 (Sim) £1655 (BB).Others Heifers to £850 (4x). STIRKS (247)(AA) Steers&to£1650 £880 (LIMX). £870to (3x£1495 LIMX & (Sim).£855 Others (AA)Heifers £1480 (Cha) £1440 (BB). BRBX) (BRBX) &£1490 £835 (LIMX). to £818 (LIMX). & Others £720 (BRBX) COWS(408) (40)- Beef to £1900 Others £1330 (BB). &GRAZING £700 (AA). CALVES Bulls to(Ch). £400 (CH). Others £398 (BRBX) £390 (BRBX) & £388 (BRBX). Heifers to £300 (2x BRBX & CHX). Others £285 (CHX) £278 (BRBX) & £275 (LIMX). Black & Whites to £182. Others £165. (4675) SHEEP Store Lambs (2720) to £100. Others £99, £96 & £95. Overall Ave £74.88. Cull Ewes & Rams (1197) Ewes to £137. Others £133. Rams to £166.

Others £96. Overall Ave £67.10. BREEDING (204) toSTIRKS £143 (2x). FRIDAY SUCKLERS (207) to £3000. BullsEWES to £2850. (217) TH BREEDING EWE(Lim). SALE (459) to £122. to £187. ave 30 Steers to £1085 Others £905GOATS (AA) (11) £900 (Sim)Overall & £890 TH STOCK SALE £92.64. (12) to to £225 (2x).(BB). Others £136. FRIDAY (Cha). RAMS Heifers £1055 Others £840 30 (Lim) £800RAM (Blo) & (72) to (AA). £610 for a powerful(297) shearling. Others £470.to £656 (Lim). Others £790 CALVES - Beef Bulls

Country’s to National £585 The (BB)West £570 (Cha) &Gateway £480 (AA). Heifers Abattoirs to £545 (BB). nd November 2020 & Whites Returns for Monday Others £410 (Lim) £370 (Cha) &2 £325 (Sim). Black PRIME CATTLE (93)SHEEP Steers UTM av 187.4ppk to 213.5ppk & £1,327.28. Others to £160. (1641) - STORE LAMBS (495) Suck Lambs 209.5ppk, 209.0ppk, 208.0ppk & 206.5ppk. Others £1,293.63, £1,287.00, to £150. Hoggs to £164. Overall Ave £98.16. CULL EWES & £1,283.12, £1,280.30 & £1,261.77. Heifers UTM av 180.7ppk to 214.5ppk (2x) and RAMS (956) Ewes to £229. Rams to £360. Overall average £1,310.50. Others 204.5ppk, 204.0ppk, 199.0ppk (2x) & 197.0ppk. Others £114.17.£1,205.05, EWES &£1,201.20, LAMBS£1,168.50 (66E & &78L) Doubles to £222 (£74/ £1,233.42, £1,138.32. BARREN COWS (56) life). Singles to £208 (£104/life). Overall average £81.35/life. Continental av 118.5ppk to 119.5ppk and £808.40. Others 117.5ppk. Native Beef GOATS (46) to £190.and Overall average £102.65.& (105) PIGS – av 103.6ppk to 126.5ppk £906.75. Others 124.5ppk 118.5ppk. Others £882.97 & £861.77. av 97.8ppk to 113.5ppk £966.89. Others 112.5ppk WEANERS (46)Dairy to £37. CULL SOWSand (14) to £75. STRONG & 109.5ppk. & Others & £914.63. FINISHED SHEEP (654) Lamb ave STORES FAT £945.73 PIGS (45) to £134. 202.94ppk to 231.0ppk and £115.00. Others 230.0ppk, 220.0ppk & 219.0ppk. The West£108.00 Country’s Gateway to National Abattoirs Others £113.00, (5x) & £106.50.

Returns for

Forthcoming Special Sales

Monday 20th June 2022

For full rules on market attendance up to date sales list PRIME CATTLE (57) Steers UTM avand 233.94ppk to 261.5ppk please refer to our website and/or Saturday market report. & £1828.16. Others 254.5ppk, 254ppk & 251.5ppk. Others £1765.30, £1727.81 NOVEMBER: Sat 7th& £1696.72. Heifers UTM av 229.12ppk to 261ppkCatalogued and £1778.Sale Others 254.5ppk, 254ppk & 244.5ppk. Monthly of Organic Store Stock 10am Others £1717.88, £1539 & th £1469.46. BARREN COWS Ring 2: Saturday 7 November (65) Continental av 181.9ppk to 196.5ppk Monthly Catalogued Sale of and £1664.36. Native Beef av 176.2ppk to 229.5ppk and £1705.50. Dairy 125 av 168.9ppk to 194.5ppk and £1606.88. FINISHED SHEEP Suckler Heifers & Bulls and £158. (1122) Hoggs (13)Cows, ave Calves, 230.73ppk to 232ppk ApproxOthers 12.30pm Ring 1 Others 231ppk & 226ppk. £150 & £120. Lambs (1109) Entries to date to include:ave 307.51ppk 337ppk and £170. Others 336ppk, 332ppk & The 330ppk. Otherssale £163, £159 & £158.50. n dispersal of 50 Incalf Suckler Cows (Sim, Ch, Lim, He & AAx) all pd’d to calf Feb onwards to Ped Charolais bull for NB Needham & Sons, Old Henley Farm, Dorchester (changing farming policy). For full COVID-19 on market attendance and up to date n 3 Bulls – Ch, Herules & Lim sales list please Cows refer to our website https://www.gth.net/ n 42 Continental & Calves – 6 Ped Lim cows & calves sedgemoor-auction-centre n 14 Native Cows & Calves JUNE n 58 Incalf Cows & Hfrs – 1 Ped Lim & 1 Ped He Monthly Sale of contact Native Store 10am410278 Ring 2 Sat 25th For further information MegCattle on 01278 th Special Catalogued Sale of Haltered & Unhaltered Sat 25th Sat 7 Fortnightly Sale of Pigs 11am Potential Cattle 11am Ring 3 Catalogued Sat 14th Show***CANCELLED*** Collective Market Dedicated Sale bTB Restricted Wed 29th Orange Sale of Purebred Poultry for **CANCELLED*** th Cattle. Store Cattle – 15 Months & Over, Prime ***CANCELLED*** Monthly General Sale of Thurs 19 Cattle & Barren Cows. Stock to be booked in with Antiques and Furniture ***CANCELLED*** the market office by 22nd June. Licences to Sat 21st be obtained Fodderfrom Sale Truro 1pm Trading Standards on Dedicated Sale for bTB Wed 25th 03000Orange 200301Market or CSC.TBlicensing@apha.gsi. Restricted Cattle. Cattle – 15 Months gov.uk Sale commences Store 4.30pm & Over, Prime Cattle & Barren Cows.Stock JULY to be booked in with the market Stock by Sat 2nd Monthly Catalogued Sale of Organic Storeoffice th November. Licences to be obtained 10am18 Ring 2 from Sale Truro Standards on 03000 ofTrading Pigs 10am Sat 2nd Fortnightly Catalogued Salecommences of Breeding Ewes & Rams Thurs 7th Annual 200301 or Sale 4.30pm 1pm Ewes 10.30am Seasonal Catalogued Sale of Fri 27th RamsMonthly Down Sheep Association Sat 9th DorsetBreeding EwesBreeders’ & Ewe Lambs 3pm Annual th Breed Sale of Registered Dorset Down Sat 28 Monthly Sale of Native Store Cattle Sheep 10am Ring 2 (Breeding Females & Rams) from Registered Flocks within the Flock Book Time TBC Forthcoming Fodder SaleCows, Calves, Catalogued Sale of Suckler Sat 9th Monthly Heifers & Bulls 12.30pm Ring 1 st NOVEMBER: Sat 21

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Travellers Rest Farm, Durweston, Blandford, Dorset DT11 0QG Approx. 8,565 acres (2,631ac Winter Wheat, 1,999ac Winter Barley, 3,410ac Spring Barley, 138ac Spring Wheat, 309ac Oats, 34ac OSR, 44ac Thrashed Ryegrass)

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Bromham

Guide £395,000

The former village store with 3 bedroom flat above with potential for re-development STPP. EPC B. CT Band B. Freehold.

Devizes 01380 710535

Corfe Mullen

Guide £35,000

Approximately 3.61 acres of attractive woodland with an abundance of flora and fauna in a secluded location. Freehold.

Wimborne 01202 843190

New Forest

Guide £50,000

An attractive and secluded 1.94 acre (0.79 ha) parcel of pasture situated in the heart of the New Forest.

Wimborne 01202 843190

Nr Dorchester

Guide £75,000

3.23 acres (1.30ha) of gently sloping pasture land with useful outbuilding and far reaching views. Freehold.

Dorchester 01305 236237

Dunbridge

Guide £295,000

A 3 bedroom cottage for modernisation. CT Band D. EPC F. Leasehold. 1000 yr lease to 23.6.2905. No ground rent payable.

Wimborne 01202 843190

Matchams

Guide £135,000

Derelict stone buildings including a former farmhouse in 2.80 acres (1.13ha)set in a delightful rural setting. Freehold.

Axminster 01297 33122

Guide £395,000

A former golf driving range with open fronted former clubhouse. In all about 5.72 acres (2.31 ha). Freehold.

Wimborne 01202 843190

St Leonards

Nr Helston

Guide £170,000

1.91 acres (0.77 ha) of land with a small building with potential for various uses STPP. Freehold.

Crossways

Guide £1,000,000

A development site of 2.95 acres (1.05ha) with PP for 9 detached homes. Freehold.

Nr Ringwood

Guide £70,000

East Orchard

North Curry

Sturminster 01258 472244

Yeovil 01935 423526

West Moors

Lytchett Matravers Guide £5,500

Wimborne 01202 843190

Sturminster 01258 472244

Dorchester 01305 261008

Wimborne 01202 843190

Guide £80,000

Guide £125,000

32.45 acres (13.13 ha) of mature broadleaf woodland with a disused limekiln and super views over the Blackmore Vale. Freehold.

An attractive parcel of woodland, extending to approximately 7.00 acres (2.83 ha), in a quiet yet accessible location. Freehold.

A block of attractive agricultural land. Lot 6 38.60 acres Guide £350,000. Lot 7 22.92 acres Guide £210,000. Freehold.

A single building plot with full PP for a detached 2 bedroom single storey dwelling. Freehold.

Lyons Hill

A triangular area of land measuring approximately 0.08 acres (0.03ha) of land just outside of the village. Freehold.

Wimborne 01202 843190

Guide £35,000

A parcel of level pasture land with areas of scrub providing a haven for wildlife, extending to 1.83 acres (0.74 ha). Freehold.

Minterne Magna Guide £365,000 43.21 acres (17.49 ha) of productive level chalk arable land situated in a magically peaceful spot. Freehold.

Sturminster 01258 472244

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Wimborne

Guide £350,000

A period cottage in 0.81 of an acre (0.33ha) in a quiet location within a mile of the town centre. EPC TBC. CT Band D. Freehold.

Wimborne 01202 843190

Nr Ilminster

Guide £300,000

A 3 charming bedroom converted granary wing of a Grade II Listed cottage with parking and garden. EPC Exempt, CT Band D, Freehold.

Ilminster Office 01460 200790

Stalbridge

Guide £175,000

A large residential/retail property sold with vacant possession in the heart of Stalbridge. EPC’s C & D. CT Band A. Freehold.

Dorchester 01305 261008

Horton

Guide £275,000

A bungalow for redevelopment (STPP) in 0.32 acres (0.13ha). Further 1.00 acre (0.40 ha) Guide £40,000. EPC Band F. CT Band D. Freehold.

Wimborne 01202 843190

West Moors

Guide £210,000

A deceptively spacious 3 bedroom bungalow for refurbishment in an accessible location. EPC D. CT Band C. Freehold.

Wimborne 01202 843190

Spetisbury

Guide £225,000

A detached renovation project occupying an elevated position enjoying impressive, far-reaching views. EPC E. CT Band E. Freehold.

Blandford 01258 452670

Blandford

Guide £120,000

A 2 storey town centre retail property let until 2027 and producing an income of £12,000 p/a. EPC D. Freehold.

Dorchester 01305 261008

Hermitage

Guide £280,000

A 3 bedroom cottage for improvement, set in a peaceful village with 2.59 acres (1.05ha). EPC F. CT Band C. Freehold.

Sherborne 01935 814488

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Marshwood

Guide £350,000

A bungalow for redevelopment STPP set in 3.1 acres (1.25ha) with stunning views. EPC G, CT Band B. Freehold.

Axminster 01297 33122

Lyme Regis

Guide £250,000

A site with commenced PP for a detached 3 bedroomed bungalow with outstanding coastal views. Freehold.

Axminster 01297 33122

Sherborne

£215,000

Attractive offices with vacant possession providing approx. 290m2, with potential for change of use STPP. EPC TBC. Freehold.

Dorchester 01305 261008

Wimborne

Guide £395,000

A spacious 4 bedroom cottage for modernisation. EPC G. Freehold. Single garage available separately – Guide £20,000. CT Band D.

Wimborne 01202 843190

Nr Ilminster

Guide £450,000

A Grade II listed Georgian farmhouse, offering huge scope and potential. EPC Exempt, CT Band F, Freehold.

Ilminster 01460 200790

Dorchester

Guide £250,000

A Grade II Listed 4 bedroom townhouse with walled garden, close to the town centre. EPC Exempt. CT Band C. Freehold.

Dorchester 01305 261008

Spetisbury

Guide £200,000

A garage and workshops in a prominent position with road frontage offering development potential STPP. EPC E. Freehold.

Dorchester 01305 261008

Bath

Guide £195,000

A period house requiring complete renovation within the popular Fairfield Park area. EPC G, CT Band C, Freehold.

Sturminster 01258 473766

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Iwerne Minster

Guide £385,000 Freehold

Winterborne Kingston

A charming mid-terraced 2 bedroom house dating back from 1870 with a lovely established cottage garden in this popular north Dorset village. EPC E; CTB C

Sturminster 01258 473766

Milton Abbas

Blandford 01258 452670

Guide £375,000 Freehold

A quintessential 2 bedroom ‘chocolate box’ cottage set in a highly desirable village location, with parking for 2-3 cars, large gardens and views over the village and church. EPC Exempt; CTB D

Guide £625,000 Freehold

A beautiful detached 4 bedroom period cottage offering an abundance of charm and character boasting stunning grounds and gardens situated in a lovely location. EPC D; CTB F

Marnhull

Guide £775,000 Freehold

An impressive and sizeable 4 bedroom detached home with a double garage in a sought after village location built by award winning AMB Developments. EPC TBC; CTB TBC

Sturminster 01258 473766

Okeford Fitzpaine Guide £925,000 Freehold

A 6 bedroom property consisting of a delightful and beautifully presented detached 4 bedroom period house with a separate detached barn offering additional accommodation in a peaceful location. There are beautifully maintained gardens, a double garage, a timber outbuilding and ample off road parking. EPC E; CTB House – E Barn - D

Sturminster 01258 473766

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Child Okeford

Guide £250,000 Freehold

A character Grade II listed 2 bedroom mid- terrace cottage with pretty rear garden close to the middle of the village which offers an excellent range of amenities. EPC Exempt; CTB B

Sturminster 01258 473766

Alweston

Guide £450,000 Freehold

A spacious, detached 3 bedroom bungalow located in a quiet culde-sac location with ample driveway parking and a private, enclosed garden to the rear. EPC E; CTB E

Sherborne 01935 814488

Lytchett Matravers Guide £1,300,000 Freehold

An immaculately finished 5 bedroom equestrian property with an expansive decked balcony with stunning far reaching views over the 7.5 acres (approximately) of paddocks, woodland and a lake. There are 3 stables, triple and double garaging. EPC C; CTB E

Blandford 01258 452670

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Winterborne Clenston

Guide £650,000 Freehold

A truly beautiful 300-year-old attached 4 bedroom cottage which enjoys a wealth of charm and character situated in a highly desirable semi-rural location. EPC F; CTB E

Blandford 01258 452670

Henstridge

OIEO £625,000 Freehold

An extended detached 3 bedroom bungalow with adjoining 1 bedroom annexe with lovely gardens and excellent equestrian facilities in 5.76 acres. EPC D; CTB D

Sturminster 01258 473766

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£550,000 Bayford

An imposing Edwardian house with far reaching views across the Blackmore Vale. This impressive property has been tastefully updated to perfectly blend modern day living with the elegance of a period residence. Four double bedrooms, three reception rooms, en-suite and kitchen/family room. EPC Rating: D.

A three bedroom detached house with delightful views over adjoining fields. This is a fantastic opportunity to enhance, modernise and extend (STPP) to create a wonderful family home. Kitchen/dining room, lounge with open fire, large garage/workshop, no chain. EPC Rating: E.

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.

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£400,000 Templecombe WINCANTON £179,950

A delightful semi-detached period stone cottage full of charm and character. A three bedroom detached bungalow situated on the edge of Templecombe An attractive two bedroom mid terrace house situated in a small close on A spacious two bedroom semi-detached house situated on a popular Three/four bedrooms, sitting room withSpacious wood burner, stunning kitchen,bathroom, with views over the Blackmore Light and airy inliving room, fitted a mature development. sitting room, kitchen/diner, residential development. TheVale. property is presented excellent order and stylish en-suite and family bathroom, dining room, wonderful garden and kitchen, garage/workshop, parking for several cars, good easy to maintain garden, allocated parking, ideal investment or first enjoys the benefit of asecond car port,garage, long driveway, enclosed garden, sitting large driveway. EPC Rating: D. Rating: C. size garden and no forward EPC Rating: D. time buy. EPC room, fitted kitchen, chain. conservatory and potential to extend (STPP). EPC Rating: D.

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Gillingham - Guide Price £485,000

Manston - Guide Price £700,000

Cucklington - Guide Price £350,000

A rare opportunity to purchase a spacious three bedroom detached bungalow, presented for sale with the no onward chain and boasting a quiet and private position. EPC TBA

Appealing detached family home with three/four double bedrooms, offering around 2000 square feet of living space, enjoying countryside views and of Melbury Beacon. EPC C

A seldom occurring chance to purchase a semi detached home with two double bedrooms, enjoying far reaching views and in a desirable and sought after village. EPC C

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Henstridge - Asking Price £400,000

Gillingham - Guide Price £162,500

Todber - Guide Price £550,000

A wonderful opportunity to purchase a large detached cottage with four double bedrooms, three reception rooms and offering bright and flexible accommodation. EPC E

A two double bedroom ground floor retirement apartment offering nearly 800 sq.ft of accommodation, no onward chain and direct access to outdoor space and high street. EPC C

A charming recently refurbished three double bedroom detached stone cottage sitting in around a quarter of an acre plot, presented for sale with no onward chain. EPC TBA

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Property CLOSE FONTMELL MAGNA lovely 2 bed cottage on farm. Hall, sitting room, dinning/kitchen, bathroom, small private garden, parking, wood burner, electric heating £825pcm 01747 811908

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Property PROPERTY & LAND AUCTION THURSDAY 30TH JUNE 2022 AT 2PM AT THE SHRUBBERY HOTEL, STATION ROAD, ILMINSTER, TA19 9AR Scan code for further details BONDS FARM, WEARNE, LANGPORT A superb former farmhouse with garaging and an outbuilding with annexe potential in the hamlet of Wearne, just outside Langport. Requiring modernisation throughout, offering superb potential set in a generous and varied plot totalling 5.64 acres.

55 HIGH STREET, ILMINSTER A rare and exciting opportunity to acquire this centrally located 3 bedroom Grade II Listed property in need of complete renovation, within close proximity to the centre of Ilminster.

Auction Guide: £500,000 Langport Ofﬁce: 01458 250589 residential.langport@gth.net

Auction Guide: £100,000 Ilminster Ofﬁce: 01460 57222 residential.ilminster@gth.net

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SILVER HOW, BAY HILL, ILMINSTER, A very exciting opportunity to acquire this superbly positioned three bedroom detached bungalow, situated in a fantastic and elevated plot with stunning countryside views, garage, workshop, mature gardens and off-road parking, just a short walk to the centre of Ilminster.

KENNY LODGE, KENNY, ASHILL, ILMINSTER A hidden gem in need of full renovation comprising a three bedroom detached house, double garage, stunning countryside views, grounds of circa one third of an acre and situated at the end of a no through road.

Auction Guide: £475,000 Ilminster Ofﬁce: 01460 57222 residential.ilminster@gth.net

Auction Guide: £275,000 Ilminster Ofﬁce: 01460 57222 residential.ilminster@gth.net

27 UPPER HIGH STREET, TAUNTON An old public house beneﬁtting from spacious accommodation spread across three ﬂoors, with complete renovation works required.

SUNNYSIDE BUNGALOW, CHARLYNCH ROAD, SPAXTON, BRIDGWATER A detached two bedroom bungalow in need of complete refurbishment. Occupying a large plot in this popular village location. Pleasant outlook to front and rear.

Auction Guide: £100,000 Taunton Ofﬁce: 01823 277121 residential.taunton@gth.net

Auction Guide: £175,000 Bridgwater Ofﬁce: 01278 425555 residential.bridgwater@gth.net

THE CRAVEN, ALLER, LANGPORT A derelict cottage, set within a total plot of 0.71 acres, requiring full renovation and offering development potential, subject to obtaining suitable planning.

CHURCH VIEW, HEWISH, CREWKERNE A 4 bedroom end terrace village house in need of complete refurbishment together with a large garden and range of useful buildings.

Auction Guide: £120,000 Langport Ofﬁce: 01458 250589 residential.langport@gth.net

Auction Guide: £220,000 Chard Ofﬁce: 01460 238382 residential.chard@gth.net

FURTHER ENTRIES INVITED For a free market appraisal or further information about selling by auction please contact: Justin.lowe@gth.net 01935 423474 at our Yeovil ofﬁce G R E E N S L A D E TAY L O R H U N T

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Property PROPERTY & LAND AUCTION THURSDAY 30TH JUNE 2022 AT 2PM AT THE SHRUBBERY HOTEL, STATION ROAD, ILMINSTER, TA19 9AR Scan code for further details

CARAVAN, WATERY LANE, TINCLETON, DORCHESTER Six level paddocks with a small group of outbuildings comprising Railway Carriage and adjoining Lean to’s and ﬁeld shelters with level hardcore parking area. In total the site area extends to 7 acres (2.83ha) or thereabouts. Certiﬁcate of Lawful for Residential Use.

FORMER QUARRY SITE AT COOMBE HILL, KEINTON MANDEVILLE A former quarry site which has been disused for some 50 years or more and now comprises an attractive and undulating site enclosed within broadleaf hedgerows with good road frontage. In total extending to 1.37 acres (0.55 ha) or thereabouts.

LAND AT CHARLTON ROAD, CREECH HEATHFIELD A single enclosure of pasture land and agricultural building, the enclosure is bound by mature hedgerows and is directly accessed from a gateway via Charlton Road. In total extending to 0.48 acres (0.19 Ha) or thereabouts.

Auction Guide: £225,000 Yeovil Ofﬁce: 01935 423474 farms.yeovil@gth.net

Auction Guide: £25,000 Yeovil Ofﬁce: 01935 423474 farms.yeovil@gth.net

THE OLD CHAPEL, HAMBRIDGE, LANGPORT Former chapel is in need of complete renovation and modernisation, offering an exciting opportunity to convert this historic property to a two bedroom dwelling (subject to planning).

LAND AT BAILEY’S LANE, SOUTH PERROTT A nature lovers dream. An attractive parcel of pasture land located in a secluded location with river frontage near the village of South Perrott. In total the land extends to approximately 0.63 acre (0.26Ha).

LAND AT CLATWORTHY, TAUNTON A single block of commercial farmland down to permanent pasture, for sale as a whole. In total the land extends to approximately 34.99 acres (14.16 ha).

Auction Guide: £100,000 Yeovil Ofﬁce: 01935 423474 farms.yeovil@gth.net

Auction Guide: £17,000 Yeovil Ofﬁce: 01935 423474 farms.yeovil@gth.net

Auction Guide: £150,000 Sedgemoor Ofﬁce: 01278 410250 harriet.pike@gth.net

LAND AT WHATLEY, FROME A single block of enclosed pasture land for sale as a whole. In total the land extends to approximately 3.85 acres (1.56 ha).

AMENITY LAND AT HORTON, ILMINSTER An attractive enclosure of meadow pasture land with an area of scrub woodland that adjoins the river Ding. The land in total extends to 5.45 acres (2.20Ha) or thereabouts.

LAND AT WITHYPOOL, MINEHEAD Two blocks of permanent pasture land, for sale in two lots. In total the land extends to approximately 2.17 acres (0.88 ha).

Auction Guide: £35,000 Sedgemoor Ofﬁce: 01278 410250 harriet.pike@gth.net

Auction Guide: £60,000 Yeovil Ofﬁce: 01935 423474 farms.yeovil@gth.net

Auction Guide Lot 1: £25,000 Auction Guide Lot 2: £15,000 Sedgemoor Ofﬁce: 01278 410250 harriet.pike@gth.net

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Property

SOLD

SHERBORNE, DORSET

SUTTON WALDRON, DORSET

STURMINSTER MARSHALL, DORSET

GUIDE PRICE £1,600,000

GUIDE PRICE £595,000

PRICE GUIDE £1,100,000

SOLD

SHERBORNE, DORSET

EPC Band E

A fine detached four bedroom period house with pretty garden and garage, situated in an elevated position with rooftop views, in the beautiful Abbey town of Sherborne.

Sherborne 01935 810 141 Guide Price £525,000

STOURPAINE, DORSET

SHERBORNE, DORSET

ASHMORE, DORSET

GUIDE PRICE £795,000

GUIDE PRICE £330,000

GUIDE PRICE £750,000

SOLD

C H A R LT O N H O R E T H O R N E , S O M E R S E T

LEIGH, DORSET NORTH BREWHAM, SOMERSET A detached period cottage with annex and enchanting gardens, quietly positioned in a very desirable village, just a short drive from the Abbey town of Sherborne. GUIDE PRICE £1,550,000

Sherborne 01935 810 141 Guide Price £750,000

GUIDE PRICE (TENDER) £350,000

SHERBORNE

SHAFTESBURY

BLANDFORD

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SOLD

PIMPERNE, DORSET

EPC Band D

GUIDE PRICE £560,000

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Property

SOLD

SHERBORNE, DORSET

SUTTON WALDRON, DORSET

STURMINSTER MARSHALL, DORSET

GUIDE PRICE £1,600,000

GUIDE PRICE £595,000

PRICE GUIDE £1,100,000

SOLD

IWERNE MINSTER

EPC Band F

A handsome attached village house in the heart of this popular village.

Shaftesbury 01747 850 858 Guide price £825,000

STOURPAINE, DORSET

SHERBORNE, DORSET

ASHMORE, DORSET

GUIDE PRICE £795,000

GUIDE PRICE £330,000

GUIDE PRICE £750,000

SOLD

LEIGH, TA R R ADORSET NT GUNVILLE

SOLD

NORTH BREWHAM, SOMERSET

A well presented bungalow in a quiet position in the centre of the village with lovely gardens. GUIDE PRICE £1,550,000 GUIDE PRICE (TENDER) £350,000

Shaftesbury 01747 850 858 Guide Price £595,000

SHERBORNE

SHAFTESBURY

BLANDFORD

01935 810141

01747 850858

01258 423002

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SOLD

PIMPERNE, DORSET

EPC Band E

GUIDE PRICE £560,000

Local & National reach through a network of London & Regional offices PROPERTY EXPERTS SINCE 1910

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