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Hundreds took part in the Twilight Shift at Henstridge Airfield

Twilight run raises vital charity cash HUNDREDS used their feet to show their support for the Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance at the second 5K Twilight Shift. The event, which sees participants walk, jog or run a 5km route around Henstridge Airfield – the home of the charity – took place on Saturday (September 23). Organisers said it was a ‘joyous occasion filled with excitement, fun and laughter’. Those who took part included off-duty crew members, former patients who had experienced the work of the air ambulance first-hand, while others ran, jogged or walked in memory of loved ones, as a personal challenge, or as a team. Among them was Mike Revell-Quayle, who suffered a cardiac arrest while at home and asleep in May this year. Mike was taken by road ambulance, accompanied by the air ambulance critical care team, to Musgrove Park Hospital in Taunton. After suffering two further cardiac arrests while in hospital and having a subcutaneous implantable cardioverter defibrillator (S-ICD) fitted, Mike has since made a recovery and wanted to give

something back to the team who helped him. After completing the route with his wife, Shannah, Mike said: “The team at Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance saved my life; it’s such a worthy cause, saving so many people’s lives every day. “When I saw the 5K Twilight event on their website, I wanted to take part so I could give something back and raise as much as possible for their vital work. “We set an initial fundraising target of £200 and have raised nearly £300, so we’re really pleased to have beaten our

goal.” Many businesses also took part on the day, including representatives from HK Law. Marketing director Geoff Bates said: “We had a team of six representatives take part and everyone really enjoyed the challenge. “It’s been a fantastic day and lovely to see so many people turn out to raise vital funds for Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance.” Alana Hardy, the charity’s fundraising events officer, praised the efforts of participants and organisers. “What a fantastic turnout for our second Twilight Shift event,” she said. “We were thrilled that so many people came to support the charity and raise funds for our life-saving service. “A huge thank you to everyone who took part and we hope to see you all at next year’s event.” Online registration is open for next year’s 5K Twilight Shift, which will take place on Saturday, July 6, 2024 at https:// register.enthuse.com/ps/event/ The5KTwilightShift2024.

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Plan for 650 homes revealed as part of new ‘West Wincanton’ scheme PLANS for a 650-home development on the outskirts of Wincanton have been revealed. Residents have received a leaflet from land promotion firm LVA, asking for their views on the a “comprehensive, mixed-use neighbourhood” – named West Wincanton. As well as hundreds of new homes, the document outlines proposals for a preschool and primary school, a care home, a convenience store and cafe, as well as 2.3 hectares of “employment land”. Two new access routes to the site would be created on to West Hill, with another to Lawrence Hill. The document also touts an “integrated sustainable urban drainage system, including ponds”, as well as “new parklands, playgrounds, trim trail, community allotments, natural play and circular walks”. It says the “highly energyefficient homes” would bring “increased footfall and spending in the town”. The homes would be made up of properties for families, as well as smaller homes for first-time buyers, with 35%

proposed as affordable housing. An exhibition showcasing will run at Wincanton Memorial Hall between 2pm and 7pm on October 17 and a website – westwincanton.co.uk – set up to garner views. James Tizzard, a partner at LVA LLP, said: “Land west of Wincanton is a sustainable location to deliver new homes for first time buyers and growing families, as well as a new school, and the creation of new employment opportunities and jobs for the town – all set within a green environment with new parks, play areas, trim trails, circular walks, lots of space for nature, and everyday facilities. “Delivering a new neighbourhood is the best way to safeguard, plan and control the long term delivery of housing for Wincanton, rather than the current approach of piecemeal development that doesn’t

deliver any planned benefits or infrastructure locally. “The neighbourhood will be low carbon with high quality, sustainable connections back into town to bring muchneeded investment and spending into Wincanton. “Other benefits include over 200 affordable homes, attractive new green spaces for the enjoyment of all Wincanton’s residents, and a contribution to local town centre projects to help regenerate the town centre. Meeting Wincanton’s long term needs as a comprehensive, mixed use neighbourhood provides the opportunity to deliver on and off-site infrastructure, with wider benefits for the town. “We believe this is a real opportunity for Wincanton and we want to engage with local residents and businesses to help shape the future planned and controlled growth for Wincanton.”

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Car park plan for heritage railway THE North Dorset Railway (NDR) has submitted plans for a new car park near its Shillingstone Station base. The scheme would see a car park created on an “uncultivated field” at Bere Marsh, linked to the station by the North Dorset Trailway. It comes as the railway has “attracted a growing number of volunteers” who require parking, as well as visitors. “The car park will be used for NDR volunteer and Shillingstone Station visitor parking, the demand for which has already significantly outgrown the existing car park spaces at the station, which were provided as part of the original planning permission granted in 2005 for the use of the station site as a museum,” the application said. “As NDR moves towards operational status (with the planned introduction of

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passenger rides from the station in the next few years) and continues to grow as a tourist destination, the proposed car park will meet the projected increases in demand from both volunteers and visitors to the heritage railway.” Currently, the railway uses the forecourt of nearby Perkins, but the application said that arrangement “will shortly be changing”. “When this arrangement

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The application said the car park would enable the railway to “develop further as a visitor attraction”, as the group continues a drive to become a “source of recreation, education and fascination with its concept of a living museum at Shillingstone Station”. For more details, and to comment on the plans, see www.dorset.gov.uk and search for application reference P/ FUL/2023/04880.

Financial help for those in need

FAMILIES across Dorset are being urged to apply for help from the Household Support Fund, which is financed by the council but administered by Citizens Advice. From 10am on Thursday, October 5, families on low incomes will be able to apply for £150 in supermarket vouchers. Dorset Council households will be able to apply if they have: • an annual household net income of less than £30,000 and • savings of less than £16,000 and • not applied for a previous HSF payment within the last six months Calculations for the annual net income should not include Personal Independence Payments, Disability Living Allowance, Attendance Allowance, Carers Allowance or Child Benefit. Applications are limited to one per household. The number of vouchers available is limited, so if you are unable to apply in this round, further applications will open at 10am on November 2, December 5, January 3, February 6 and March 5. Find out more information about the support available – and apply online – by visiting www.dorsetcouncil.gov.uk/ household-support-fund. You can also call 01305 221000.

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Firm saves seaside trip A TRIP to the seaside for families in the Vale was saved by an internet company. Wessex Internet stepped in to provide funds for a trip to Weymouth for families being supported by Home-Start Blackmore Vale. “(The funding) provided a coach trip to West Bay in Dorset,” a HomeStart spokesperson said. “We had more than 30 parents

and children attend, and they all bravely enjoyed a dip in the sea followed by an ice cream. “Thank you Wessex Internet for our wonderful day at the seaside.” Home-Start Blackmore Vale is always in need of more volunteers to support families. For more information, contact the office on 01258 473038, or email office@ homestartblackmorevale.org.uk.

Ready, steady let’s get spooky! CHILDREN – and adults – can get all dressed up in their best spooky outfits for Shaftesbury Rotary Club’s Lantern Halloween Walk at the end of the month. Participants are also encouraged to take along their home-made or bought lanterns – battery or solar powered – for the event, which will raise money for the good causes the group supports. The walk of about 2.5km is on Saturday, October 28, and starts at the Quaker Meeting House in Abbey Walk, Shaftesbury, with registration at 4.30pm. Children will have an activity sheet to complete along the way, and prizes are on offer for best home-made lantern, best dressed child and best dressed family. The entry fee is £10 for two adults and two children or £5 for one adult and two children, with each additional child £1. Children must be accompanied by an adult. For more details visit shaftesburyrotaryclub.org or email hello@shaftesburyrotary. org.

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Tractor run in aid of village church DOZENS of tractors and their drivers received a warm welcome as the Caundle Marsh Tractor Run made its way around local villages and settlements. Some 55 vehicles took part in the event in aid the village’s parish church of St Peter and St Paul. The Hiscock family hosted the event at Westhayes Farm, supported by members of the parochial church council (PCC) and the

Three Valleys Team, who sold raffle tickets, served teas and cakes and helped provide a barbecue breakfast. The Rev. Tony Gilbert blessed the tractors before sending them on their way. The village church was rebuilt in the mid-1800s, and had a small makeover in the 1920s, but in recent years has suffered a problem with damp in the walls. The PCC is proposing to redo the interior

paintwork before winter sets in and has been fundraising to carry out work at the church. PCC secretary Jenny Short said: “We loved the reception the tractors got from residents along the way, and while we are still counting the proceeds, we know we are well on the way to funding our project, and warmly thank all who are helping us achieve our aim.”

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A walk around… Shroton

Soak up the scenery as you walk with retired Dorset rights of way officer Chris Slade THIS parish is also known as Iwerne Courtney, but the locals prefer Shroton. Iwerne is the name of the stream that runs through this and the adjoining village, Iwerne Minster. It soon joins the Stour. Park near the church, which is worth a visit and has some lovely stained glass. Then go north up the village street to a cross road, beyond which, a short distance away is an old chapel, which is now a private house. Take the road that heads west, then curves round to the north west and reaches a junction at Park Farm. Here you turn left, south west, to a junction at Shroton Lines. Cross over and join a bridleway (which was rather muddy when I visited).

all Moroccan items sold at their store, which includes crockery items and rugs, to support the school’s pupils, many of whom are now orphans following the natural disaster. The day includes live cooking demonstrations and a

Moroccan-inspired menu available from The Kitchen. Trifle Bazaar owner Victoria Letten will also exhibit at the event, donating a percentage of sales to the cause. To book visit www. sculpturebythelakes.co.uk.

It heads west at first, then you soon meet another on your left that takes you up onto the historic Hambledon Hill. It’s Access Land owned by the National Trust so you can wander around it freely looking at the views over the Vale to adjoining counties, examining wildlife and imagining what it was like in the days of pre-history, Iron Age, Romans or the Clubmen in the Civil War. When you’ve finished exploring, make your way southwards along the parish boundary, then join a bridleway that takes you eastwards. This takes you back to the village. You’ll have walked about four miles.

FUNDS to support the return to education for students left homeless after the recent earthquake in Morocco are being raised by a sculpture park in Dorset next week. Sculpture by the Lakes, near Dorchester, hosts a

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Top prize for family-run supermarket A STALBRIDGE store has been named family-owned supermarket of the year. Independent superstore Dike & Son received national recognition for its work in the community at the 2023 Retail Industry Awards. The shop, pictured, was crowned Independent Community Retailer of the Year at a gala dinner in London on September 19. Judges said they were “overwhelmed with the store’s generosity” in helping community good causes. “This store regularly helps local charities and events by providing fundraising items on a sale-or-return basis,” they said. “It offers advice to fundraisers and will often loan out its chilled van, freezers, coffee machines, barbecues and catering equipment to make sure fundraising days go smoothly. “As a Nisa member, Dike & Son is able to support local causes through Nisa’s charity, Making a Difference Locally, which raises money through the sale of own-label products in-store. “Since MADL was formed in 2008, Dike

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ways, including providing space on its shelves for more than 150 local growers, makers, bakers and suppliers and sponsoring local events such as The Oak Fair. It also helps out with smaller gestures, such as making its electric vehicle charging spaces available for use by the local community and hosting a defibrillator. Managing director, Andy Dike, said: “Our family has been at the heart of this community since my great, great grandfather Harold Dike first started his grocery delivery business here in Stalbridge in 1851. “We’re absolutely thrilled to receive this very special award in recognition of our work within the community.” Store manager Adam Vincent, who received the award on behalf of the store, said: “We’d also like to thank our generous customers for helping to raise this money through our Making a Difference Locally fund, and also to recognise the energetic fundraisers within our community who work so hard to make this a more vibrant and cohesive place to live.”

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Caring Joy scoops award CARER and mental health champion Joy Ford, from Stalbridge, has been honoured at the BBC’s Make a Difference Awards. She won the Carer Award, which highlights someone who ‘improves the life of an individual or group of people by caring for them on a regular basis’. Joy was chosen from entries spanning the Radio Solent broadcast area of Hampshire, Dorset and the Isle of Wight, and was presented with the award by former Southampton FC star Francis Benali during a star-studded ceremony at St Mary’s Stadium in Southampton. Joy cared for her teenage son during his mental illness, before he took his own life. She then looked after her husband, who died earlier this year. Using these experiences, Joy has been working with Dorset

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HealthCare to ensure carers are seen as an important part of a patient’s recovery and treatment. She has also assisted with the creation and delivery of carer awareness training to staff across local mental health services. In addition, with the support of Dorset Mental Health Forum, Joy has run a helpline for carers, and is especially passionate about supporting people who lose a loved one to suicide. She was nominated for the award by fellow carer Trish Mclennan and Dorset

HealthCare’s carers development lead Pat Wilkins. Pat said: “Joy’s award is so well deserved. We are very fortunate to have these amazing ‘experts by experience’ who have made such a difference to the lives of both carers and patients.” The BBC launched the Make a Difference Awards scheme during the first pandemic lockdown to recognise people and groups going ‘above and beyond’ to make a difference where they live.

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AMATEUR theatre troupe the Piddle Valley Players is seeking a band patron or patrons to support its next production, Me & My Girl. The group is hoping to engage the services of a drummer and bass player to complement the cast and piano-playing musical director. The cost is likely to be about £900 to cover two musicians over four shows, band call and rehearsals. The production is scheduled to take place between February 15-17, 2024, at Buckland Newton village hall. Anyone who can help is asked to contact the group via its website email address, tickets@ piddlevalleyplayer.co.uk

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A CHARITY effort to send Christmas presents from Dorset to children around the world is underway. Total Energy Services, which sends hundreds of boxes of gifts to young people around the globe as part of the Samaritan’s Purse Operation Christmas Child appeal, is accepting donations for 2023. “Last year, we brought joy to more than 100 children in need around the world,” a spokesperson said. “Help us spread more joy and love this Christmas.” Organisers are keen to receive any of a raft of gift ideas, including: n Toys: stuffed animals, dolls, slinky, toy cars, trucks, boats, musical items, small balls, interactive toys, plastic figures, dinosaurs, hair clips.

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Lions help school make music in the woods… SWEET sounds will soon be coming from the grounds of Stalbridge Primary School thanks to a donation from Blackmore Vale Lions Club (BVLC). After a request from headteacher Simon Elledge, alongside parents, staff and pupils, the Lions donated £1,500 to help set up an outdoor teaching area – including musical instruments. A music area is being constructed in the woodland area in the grounds of the school, in a bid to create an outdoor space where classes can make music using a wide variety of instruments. The plan is to open the area in 2024 and a group from BVLC went to the school to hand over the cheque to help with the project.

Stalbridge Primary School headteacher Simon Elledge with house captains and members of Blackmore Vale Lions Club

“The BVLC had a chance to meet Mr Elledge, members of staff and the four house captains, who told us about the school and the project and the hard work the project has taken from staff, parents, volunteers, pupils and contractors,” a BVLC spokesperson said. “A story of vision, community spirit and hard

work. BVLC wish them every success as they move the project forward, particularly getting weatherproof protection in place. “The four house captains were a real credit to the school and their parents, and impressed us all with their ambition, aspiration, enthusiasm, knowledge and confidence.”

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SHERBORNE Bridge Club’s charity sessions raised £225 in 2023. Each year the club holds two fundraising sessions for a chosen local charity, which this year is The Friends of The Yeatman Hospital. Sherborne Town Football Club kindly agreed to donate the bridge club’s rent, which was included in the sum raised. Pip Duncan and Paul White presented the £225

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Site manager lands another accolade THE senior site manager at Bovis Homes’ Blackmore Meadows development on the edge of Stalbridge has won another award. Gary French has been awarded a prestigious NHBC (National House Building Council) Pride in Job Seal of Excellence Award 2023 for the quality of his work for the third year running. He was assessed across six key areas of site management – consistency, attention to detail, leadership, interpretation of drawings and specifications, technical expertise and health

and safety. Gary, 43, has over 23 years’ housebuilding experience and lives in Yeovil with his wife, daughter and two sons. He began his career as a forklift driver before moving into site management and was previously a build manager but missed running his own site. Gary said: “I am so proud to have won a Seal of Excellence Award. Delivering high quality homes for our customers is a real passion of mine but you can’t build a development of 120 homes by yourself – it’s certainly been a team effort and

Tiger in action THOUSANDS of visitors turned out to see the world’s only running Tiger I tank in action at The Tank Museum at Bovington. More than 4,500 people saw Tiger 131 on Tiger Day, which is held twice a year and attracts visitors from all over the

I can’t thank everyone enough for their support.” Regional managing director Paul Moran said: “Gary is an outstanding senior site manager and it’s testament to his leadership skills that the team works so well together. “Gary is a great colleague who’s generous with his time. He also mentored a trainee who went on to win an award in his first year as a site manager, which speaks volumes.” Gary works for Vistry’s South-West region, which builds Bovis and Linden properties.

world. Highlights of the event included a battle re-enactment and Second World War tank display, including Sherman ‘Fury’ and a replica Panzer I, in a demonstration of historic tanks in action. The Tiger tank was a formidable weapon for the German army during the Second World War and the capture of 131

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Kyiv City Ballet brings dance to refugee children UKRAINIAN pupils enjoyed a morning of dance when their compatriots from Kyiv City Ballet visited Shaftesbury C of E Primary School. Ukrainian children from Shaftesbury Primary, Shaftesbury Abbey, St Andrew’s (Yetminster) and St George’s in Bourton, joined in with a morning of dance and culture. The Kyiv City Ballet representatives, including founder and director Ivan Kozlov, rehearsal director Mykhailo Shcherbakov and a selection of dancers, led a personal and informal workshop for the youngsters and close friends. The children were shown some of the intricate costumes and shoes and taught some of

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Volunteering: Your chance to find out more

A VIRTUAL volunteers fair next month promises to provide information and connect people with charities and community groups to enhance Dorset’s hard-working volunteer force. Volunteering offers a breadth of opportunities, from the community volunteers kickstarted by Covid-19 to running a local scout group. “Volunteering has a long and loved legacy in the UK,” said a spokesperson for Dorset’s Volunteer Centre. “It’s a great way to use skills you have, learn something new, make new friends, help people, and support local organisations to do the good work they do. “For some people it can be a way to stay active, feel useful, connect with their community

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Barbers shop boss ‘learnt to roll with the punches’ THE 477 Barber Club in Sherborne has proved it is a cut above by winning Best Barbers in Dorset in Englands Business Awards. Business owner Tom Saunders, who was born and educated in the town, opened the shop in 2019 after the shop he had worked in closed and moved to Yeovil. He said: “I found a shop in Swan Yard, which was fantastic, but needed a lot of work to get it up and running. “It’s been an uphill struggle with Covid, lockdowns and the cost-of-living crisis with energy bills, but I’ve learnt over the years to role with the punches and had to adapt and overcome situations.” Tom says he has built his business on producing highquality, classic yet modern

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School’s founder celebrated in style THUNDER and lightning couldn’t dampen spirits at Hanford School at Child Okeford when the school came together to celebrate one of its founders. Enid Canning and her husband, the Reverend Clifford Canning, founded Hanford in 1947 and on ‘Mrs C’s Day’ fancy dress was the order of the day, many girls making their own costumes, for an afternoon parade on the lawn. Staff joined in the fun, with a matador, Robert the Bruce, Joan

Lennon and Victorian washerwomen making an appearance. New school head Hilary Phillips was a frog, and the parade was followed by skits performed by each year group and a tea. Hilary said: “Hanford was out in typical style – the individuality and creativeness of the girls shone through. “It was lovely to see them having so much fun together while celebrating Hanford’s history and traditions.”

VISITORS can find out about Dorchester’s fascinating history while exploring three of the best museums in the South-West in one evening. Museums After Dark on Friday, October 27, from 5pm– 9pm, is a unique event organised by Dorset Museum, the Keep Military Museum and Shire Hall Museum. Each museum is hosting its own unique activity for the evening: n Keep Military Museum Mannequins: Tour the galleries after dark, when the museum’s mannequins come

to life! See if you can track down the runaway mannequins while exploring the Victorian Barracks building by night. n Dorset Museum Ghostbusters: Enjoy an evening of gothic fun as characters come alive! Meet the museum’s friendly ghosts and ghouls while discovering curious objects and spooky surprises! n Torchlight Tours at Shire Hall Museum: Experience the museum in a whole new light. Explore historic cells under the cover of darkness with Shire Hall’s torchlight tours, especially for Museums After Dark! Adult tickets are just £10 and children go free. Buy online at www.eventbrite.co. uk/e/museums-after-dark2023-tickets-717704572697

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Village school rated ‘good’ by inspectors A PRIMARY school is celebrating after being rated ‘good’ in all areas. Ofsted inspectors praised Chilmark Primary School in their latest report, saying the school has high expectations of pupils and a desire see them shine. They also said Chilmark is a happy and safe place and that pupils behave well and treat each other with respect. A love of reading was highlighted as a strength, with the report saying: “Pupils enjoy reading. They appreciate the library spaces and the wide range of books available to them.

“Teachers read to pupils in ways that excite and engage them. “The youngest pupils get to know familiar stories and rhymes well. Older pupils speak enthusiastically about books they have read. “They enjoy making book recommendations to each other.” Support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) was also good, inspectors said, with needs identified precisely and teaching adapted effectively. The report added: “Children in Reception Year get off to a strong start.

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“Here, teaching is sharply focused on developing children’s communication and language.” Head teacher Adam Smithv said: “We are very proud of the work staff, pupils, governors

and our community have undertaken to make this a good school. “Chilmark is a very special place and as such uniquely able to offer a strong start in life to all pupils.”

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Lorraine needed a knee replacement but was told her BMI was too high for surgery, she knew she has to do something to help not only her physical health but also her mental health too. Going along to the local Shaftesbury group and getting support from the consultant and the group was key! Then Covid struck and the weight piled back on. Lorraine said ‘after lockdown I knew I needed to go back to group and went along to see Gail and rejoined, I was welcomed straight away which was lovely. My weight loss has made me smile again and group is such an important part of my journey, support, friendship and laughter along theway. Loving dishes like pork brochettes, mango salad and rice, which the whole family enjoy has helped Lorraine drop 2 dress sizes and can now walk with no breathing issues at all. Why not come along and join my Gilligham morning group! A warm welcome awaits you!

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Angelica Kauffman painting returns to Stourhead ONE of Stourhead’s lost treasures has been returned to the country house 140 years after it was first sold at auction. Angelica Kauffman’s Penelope and Euriclea was purchased earlier this year at auction in New York and is now on display at the National Trust property. Kauffman was a leading female artist who became a prominent figure in the art and cultural worlds, and her painting depicts a scene from Homer’s Odyssey. Sir Henry Ainslie Hoare sold the picture, and other items from the Stourhead collection, in 1883,

because of debts and falling income. Paintings conservator April Johnson (pictured below) has carried out preliminary conservation work to the frame and canvas, and the picture is now on display in the Picture Gallery until November 5. It will then feature in a 2024 exploration of Kauffman’s work.

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What a difference a day makes JULIA’S HOUSE cares for around 180 seriously ill children and their families in Dorset and Wiltshire. Advances in medicine and technology mean that many children with life-shortening conditions are living longer. But longer life means more complex care and increased pressure on families. 92% of the children we care for are so fragile they need two Julia’s House staff members. We are not just there for the child; we wrap our arms around the whole family – mum, dad, siblings and grandparents. Because we support families in so many ways, every day is different. Every day at Julia’s House is filled with making special and lasting memories that families will treasure forever. We’re also there when the worst happens. The team will be there for as long as necessary, providing expert clinical care to make this time as pain-free and peaceful as possible. With only 8% of our service

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Policies to the left, policies to the right… the people are simply stuck in the middle by Canon Eric Woods AS I write, “conference season” for our political parties is in full swing. There is much hot air yet to come, but I want to air two of my concerns. And I will be even-handed. First, if housing was debated at the Conservative Party conference, it certainly didn’t make any headlines. Yet there is an acute housing crisis in this country which will only get worse if it is not tackled decisively. Funnily enough, as a superannuated old clergyman, I know what I am talking about. When I first graduated, back in 1972, I swapped Oxford – that city of dreaming spires and perspiring dreams – for the role of Regional Organiser for Kent & Sussex for SHELTER, the National Campaign for the Homeless. I learned fast what misery homelessness brings. I discovered that one major party, which was pledged to build more and more social housing when in government, didn’t, while the other major political party relied for years on the sale of council houses to generate a new class of owner-occupiers and told us that private enterprise would fill the vacuum. That didn’t work either. Later I became Vicar of Wroughton in Wiltshire, south of Swindon. There I learned more about the property market and property management by chairing a major housing association in the south-west, trying very hard both to increase the supply of social housing for the elderly, families and for single young people, not least in many of our less-favoured towns. It was always an uphill

battle, as we couldn’t compete with developers with fat resources and fat cheque books. But we did a lot of good. Today, there are over a million people on waiting lists for social housing. In addition, the “Rightmove” Rental Trends Tracker is showing that the cost of private rentals is growing faster than ever before, month by month. Among the casualties are young people who have no option but to move back-in with parents. But there are many more. Housing in this country is once again an acute and growing problem. Meanwhile, the Labour Party conference has been told of exciting plans for our nation’s children. Should Labour come to power, all primary school children will be entitled to have breakfast at school. In addition they will have “supervised toothbrushing lessons”. Oh joy – I expect teachers are over the moon about that. But of course they aren’t. They are already describing the plans as unworkable. What worries me about Labour’s proposals, however, is their patronising condescension. Whereas “the Right” seems not to bother much about housing for the less well-off, “the Left” doesn’t trust parents in that category to care for their children at all. The State knows best. Hence the historically familiar proposals to transfer responsibility for the bringing-up of children from parents to the state. Add to that the huge growth in PSHE (personal, social, health and economic) education, and you begin to realise why so many children can’t read, write or do arithmetic. George Orwell – you were right.

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Trio step up for churches cause The sun shone on parishoners as they walked and rode to raise money for their much-loved Dorset churches ONE of the hottest days of the year did not discourage three

stalwarts of the Dorset Historic Churches Trust from each raising hundreds of pounds in sponsorship to help fund essential repairs to churches across Dorset. Mike Keatinge and John Stokoe – with a combined age of well over 150 years – walked 22 miles together via 15 churches after being give a send-off from Sherborne Abbey by rector Martin Lee. Not to be outdone, Eric Jager ran a marathon from Frome St Quintin church, via many others, back to Sherborne Abbey where he met up with Mike and John for a well-earned rest on a bench outside the abbey. The trust’s parish organiser for Sherborne, Hilary Leavey, said: “Mike, John and Eric are amazing! How they achieved these long distances on such a scorching day I do not know. “They have collectively raised thousands of pounds in sponsorship for this very worthwhile cause.” Meanwhile, cycling instructor Dilys Gartside ushered her peloton around the sights of Dorchester, taking in Grey’s Cridge, Max Gate, Maumbury Rings and The Keep Military Museum. Refuelling with lunch at the Shire Hall Museum, the group finished their six-mile ride with a climb up the Roman route to Poundbury cemetery, raising £110 so far – there’s still time to donate at www.justgiving.com/ fundraising/ dilysguidedridesun10sept.

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Events

blackmorevale.net JUMBLE SALE Saturday 18th November 10.00 am – 12.00pm North Cadbury Village Hall CHRISTMAS BALL FOR OVER 18’s WITH LEARNING DIFFICULTIES. 15th December Port Regis, Shaftesbury. Contact zoe@shine21dorset.org.uk for more details LOCAL CRAFTS AND FOOD PRODUCERS MARKET Westfield Arts College, DT3 6AA Sunday 26th November 10.30am - 3pm Free parking & entry Refreshments CALL MY BLUFF IN AID OF WOODLANDS METHODIST CHURCH October 27th at 7.30 pm at Woodlands Village Hall tickets £5 each including refreshments phone Brian on 01202 822066 or Morgan on 01202 822869

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Stalbridge Hall Thursday 26th October Doors open 6.30pm Eyes down 7.30pm In aid of hall funds

DWFR FIREWORK STORY, pumpkin hunt, dress up in fire kit, craft and colouring activities. Shaftesbury Library Thursday 26th October 11:00am - 12:00noon.” SHILLINGSTONE ENGLISH BARN DANCE EVENINGS. The Portman Hall, Blandford Road, Shillingstone, DT11 0SF 3/11, 1 /12, 5/01, 2/02, 1/03, 5/04 - 7:15pm for 7:30pm SIXPENNY HANDLEY COMMUNITY CINEMA The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry Village Hall, Common Road SP5 5NJ Friday 20 October / 6.30 for 7.00 pm / £6 Information: 6dhandleyhall@gmail.com

SHERBORNE DIGBY HALL MONTHLY MARKET Saturday November 4th. 10am-3pm Antiques, Arts, Crafts, Food & More Tel: 07717 454643 HANDEL IN WARDOUR CHAPEL. Glorious concert by Cherubim Chorus & Orchestra with outstanding soloists. 6pm Sunday 22 October. £18-32. http://cherubimtrust.org/tkts Booking advisable.

LYN’S BINGO AT MARNHULL ROYAL BRITISH LEGION on Monday 16th October Eye’s down at 7pm. PAINTED, PRINTED, PRESERVED – Exhibition of paintings, prints, plaster casts by Caroline Soer and Shulla Jaques: Walford Mill, Wimborne BH21 INL. Wed Sat 10.00 - 17.00, Sun 11.00 - 16.00. Until 29 October.

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Harriet Sandys is closing down her oriental carpet business in the 17th century restored cider barn in West Compton near Shepton Mallet. Harriet started her business importing handwoven Afghan rugs in the early 1980’s while working with Afghan refugees in Pakistan’s north-west Frontier and over the past twenty years the barn became a veritable treasure trove of wonderful and unusual oriental textiles and gifts. Carved wood chests and tables from the mountain villages of Swat in northern Pakistan, the fabulous assortment of handwoven silk scarves, block printed tablecloths, quilted bed spreads, cushions and throws from India, Persian and Afghan carpets will be reduced in price. On sale too are colourful animal felt slippers for children, block printed cotton kaftans and jackets, dressing gowns, nightwear, table lamps, gold and silver semi-precious stone earrings made by craftsmen living in the desert villages of Rajasthan and antique silver Turkoman jewellery from Afghanistan. Directions www.sandys orientalcarpets.co.uk. Signposted from A361. The Barn at the Manor House, West Compton, Shepton Mallet BA4 4PB. Tel 01749 890 582.

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Lion Paul honoured at charter night FORMED in 1979, GMS – Gillingham, Mere and Shaftesbury – Lions celebrated their 44th charter night at the Coppleridge in Motcombe. The event saw a special presentation to Paul Smith, who received the Melvin Jones Fellowship, which recognises an individual’s commitment to humanitarian

service. Melvin Jones fellows receive a lapel pin, plaque and congratulatory letter. More than 70 guests attended a charter night filled with fun and laughter. The evening, which celebrates the club’s beginning, included auctioneers from Semley passing around interesting objects to be identified.

Among the items examined by the Lions were a toothpick case and mini mirror, and a right-angled mirror that was used to look down a rifle barrel. GMS Lions recently raised £2,000 at a race evening, with the proceeds split equally between Wiltshire and Dorset and Somerset air ambulance services.

Paul Smith has been awarded the Melvin Jones Fellowship

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Silhouette tribute Mayor in the saddle VILLAGERS in Spetisbury have erected a Silhouette Soldier to pay tribute to those from the village who died in both world wars. They stumped up the £1,500 cost of the project, with a donation from Spetisbury Parish Council towards the purchase of the soldier, within six weeks of an appeal being launched. The project was completed with assistance from Gary Kempster Plant Hire, which carried out the initial groundwork; M B Wilkes, which gave the aggregates for the soldier base and sand bags; and Wimborne Turf, which gave the turf to make good the ground. Villagers hope the roadside monument will help the thousands of people who pass through Spetisbury each year remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice in times of conflict.

JUMBLE SALE 4th OCTOBER 2pm DAMERHAM VILLAGE HALL SP6 3HN. Teas Raffle In aid of St George’s Church Donations from 10am

JUMBLE SALE IN AID OF WOODLANDS METHODIST CHURCH October 14th at 9.30 am at Verwood Memorial Hall entrance 20 pence collection of goods please phone Brian on 01202 822066

The Silhouette Soldier and the project team (from left) Alan Marshall, Donald Jenkinson and Andy Oakley

FUN RACE NIGHT - Saturday 14th October 2023 Sparkford Inn, BA22 7JH. 6-midnight £15 including Buffet! Tickets 01963 361753 SATURDAY 21ST OCTOBER 9-4.30PM SHAFTESBURY TOWN HALL Various small business selling a variety of handmade or preloved items. Supporting Weldmar Hospice and Dorset Somerset Air Ambulance

STAFF at Bupa Dental Care in Gillingham have been getting on their – static – bike to raise money for a good cause. Town mayor Barry Von Clemens also popped in to take a turn in the saddle for the fundraiser for Jay’s Aim. The charity aims to reduce sudden cardiac death among young people in the SouthWest. It encourages them to attend cardiac screening sessions, offers free training sessions for CPR and Automated External Defibrilators, and provides

public access defibrillators for local community hubs. The dental practice is also running a fundraising raffle with lots of super prizes and has a JustGiving page for the charity with a link on its Facebook page. BUPA dental practices across the South-West will be joining forces for a ride and row of more than 800 miles from Penzance to Poundbury through every town and city BUPA has a dental practice. It is hoped to raise £10,00 for Jay’s Aim.

Venue change There’s a new venue for the annual Autumn Fair of the Friends of Blandford Community Hospital, which will be held on Saturday, October 21. It’s now at The Exchange in Sturminster Newton. As usual, there will be a vast array of bargains from the shops on offer between 9.30am and 3pm, and a chance to win one of the fantastic prizes in the Friends’ raffle. Call 01258 450095 to find out more.

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blackmorevale.net • Anglican High Mass at Wimborne St Giles: First Sunday of each month at 11am. BH21 5LZ. • Benefice of St. Bartholomew: Sunday, October 15, from 3.30pm – generous and delicious cream teas at St Catherine’s, Sedgehill, followed at 5pm by a gentle, music-filled Celtic Evening Prayer. • Blandford Methodist Church: Sundays – everyone is invited to Sunday services at 10.45am and to stay for refreshments. Thursdays – coffee and a chat from 10amnoon. Fridays – lunch club for the over-55s from noon at £5 per meal. Phone Joyce Wild on 07817 505543 to book. The church is anxious to offer help to all those in need – call church steward John Cornish on 07799 516735 or leave a message. • Chalbury Church: Fourth Sunday of the month, 10.30am Holy Communion. • Cheap Street Church, Sherborne: Taize service – half an hour of prayer, meditation and music on the second Sunday of the month at 6.30pm. Everyone welcome. • Digby Memorial Church Hall: Helpers are wanted for the Pack Monday Café on October 16 – sign up on the sheet at the back of the abbey for a one- or two-hour slot. Contact frances_ walker@btinternet.com or 01935 817147. • Gillingham Methodist Church: Sunday recitals 3pm (about one hour). Admission free, retiring collection. Superb two manual William Sweetland organ restored and enlarged in 2006/2009. Video screen. For details and updates visit the website at www.musicatgmc. org.uk or phone 07817 379006. • Hinton Martell: Second Sunday of the month, 10.30am Holy Communion. • Horton Church: First Sunday of the month, 10.30am Holy Communion. • Horton & Chalbury village hall: Third Sunday of the month, 9am Breakfast Church. • Kingston Lacy: Second Sunday of the month, 9.15am Holy Communion. Fourth

Sunday of the month, 9.15am Family Service. • Lillington: All morning services at Lillington now begin at 9.30am. • Lower Stour Benefice: Sunday, October 15: 9.30am – Harvest Communion at St John The Baptist Church, Spetisbury; 9.30am – Family Harvest at St Mary The Virgin Church, Charlton Marshall; 11am – Morning Worship at All Saints, Langton Long; 11am – Family Harvest at All Saints, Tarrant Keyneston. Sunday, October 22: 9.30am – Communion at St Mary The Virgin Church, Charlton Marshall; 9.30am – Morning worship/Baptism at St John The Baptist Church, Spetisbury; 11am – Communion/Baptism at All Saints, Langton Long; 11am – BCP Communion at St Mary’s Church, Tarrant Rushton. Sunday, October 29: 10.45am – Communion at St Mary The Virgin Church, Charlton Marshall. Monday, October 30: 6.30pm – All Souls service at St John Baptist The Church, Spetisbury. Coffee and cake – Spetisbury 10am-11.30am first and third Monday each month; coffee and cake – Blandford St Mary 10am-11.30am, October 19; coffee stop – Charlton Marshall Parish Centre 10.30am-12.30pm, Tuesday to Friday. • Our Lady’s RC Church, Marnhull: Mass Sunday, 9.30am and 6pm. • Shaftesbury Quakers (Society of Friends): Meets for one hour each Sunday from 10.30am at the Quaker Meeting House, Abbey Walk, Shaftesbury SP7 8BB. • Sherborne Abbey: Monday to Saturday, 8.30am Morning Prayer; The Sepulchre Chapel. Mondays, 9am CW Holy Communion; The Lady Chapel. Tuesday, noon CW Holy Communion; The Lady Chapel. Wednesday, 10.30am Holy Communion with Homily; The Lady Chapel (alternates CW and BCP). Thursday, noon BCP Holy Communion; The Lady Chapel. Friday, 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. Saturday, 9am CW Holy Communion; The Sepulchre Chapel. • Sacred Heart, Tisbury, and All Saints’ Wardour Catholic Parish: Sunday Mass times – Sacred Heart, Tisbury 9am, coffee after Mass; All Saints’ Wardour 10.30am. • Shapwick: Third Sunday of the month, 9.15am Holy Communion. • Sherborne Quakers: Meet Sundays 10.30am in the Griffiths Room, Digby Memorial Church Hall. Everyone welcome. • Sherborne Abbey: Volunteer stewards are needed to help steward events/concerts in the abbey. Anyone interested should contact the parish office. • Sherborne Abbey: A shop volunteer is needed on Wednesday 10.30am-1pm. Anyone interested can call into the shop and ask for manager Phil Prout or email shop@ sherborneabbey.com. • Sherborne Community Larder: Held in the grounds of St Paul’s Church, St Paul’s Close DT9 4DU every Friday 9.30-10.30am. The Larder is run by volunteers and facilitated by FareShare. It functions through membership and is aimed at helping people make their money go further by reducing their shopping bills. Membership does not exceed £5 a week and in return members receive at least three times that value in food and sundries. To sign up – referral not needed

nor is it means tested – visit on a Friday or request a form from FSSouthernCentral@fareshare. org.uk • Sherborne Abbey visitors: The abbey is open to visitors Monday to Saturday 8am-5pm and on Sunday 11am- 5pm. The abbey may close when private services are taking place. • Sherborne Abbey guided tours: Tuesdays at 10.30am and Fridays at 2pm, will run until Friday, December 1. No charge is made for tours but donations are appreciated. The guide will be waiting near the porch. Larger groups should contact the parish office to arrange a convenient date/time. • Witchampton Church: Third Sunday of the month, 10.30am Holy Communion. • St Benedict’s RC Church, Gillingham: Sunday, 11am. • St John’s (CofE) Church, Enmore Green, Shaftesbury: Sunday, October 15 – What is an Antique? An illustrated talk by Matthew Lacey, senior valuer at Lawrence’s, at 2.30pm. He will illustrate his talk with items brought along by members of the audience. To assist the selection of items email a brief description to jo.churchill@enmoregreen. co.uk. Tickets £10. To book a seat(s) send a cheque made out to the Friends of St John’s to 6 Long Cross, Shaftesbury SP7 8QP or pay at the door. Service every Sunday at 11.15am; parish communion on the first Sunday of the month; prayer services every other Sunday. • Woodlands Methodist Church, Verwood: Jumble sale, Saturday, October 14, at 9.30am, Verwood Memorial Hall. Entrance 20 pence.

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WYRD things are afoot in Shaftesbury with Shaftesbury Arts Centre’s Music and Drama Group’s production next week of Wyrd Sisters. The group promises ‘a play filled with fun, fantasy, mystery and drama’. A spokesperson said: “Three witches attempt to have the rightful heir of Lancre restored onto the throne after the murder of the King by his brother and his wife – apparently within the realm of royalty, this is classed as natural causes.” “However, the witches have vowed not to meddle in affairs of the Kingdom. “They overcome this by doing just that and meddling in the affairs of the kingdom. “With 23 scenes and 30 characters, come and join us as the story unfolds, passing

Wyrd Sisters is at Shaftesbury Arts Centre next week

through disorder, magic, hilarity, a love story, tragedy and, of course, meddling, until balance is restored, and everyone lives happily ever after. “Well, nearly everybody.” The show runs from Wednesday, to Saturday, October 18-21, and tickets are available from the box office on 01747 854321 or online via www.shaftesburyartscentre.org. uk.

FANS of television period dramas may enjoy a talk being given by Sherborne resident Alec Thorne at the Digby Memorial Church Hall in the town. Alec will offer a glimpse behind the scenes of the world of television and film production in the talk on Thursday, October 19, at 2pm. It will draw on his

experiences of working on period dramas such as Call the Midwife and Catherine the Great, to illustrate how scripts are prepared for the screen – from research and set design, to costume, visual effects and lighting. Admission is free for Sherborne Museum members and £5 for visitors on the door.

SERENDIPITY Consort, who continue to charm audiences with a variety of music and readings based on a theme, are set to perform at St Andrew’s Church, Okeford Fitzpaine. The theme for the concert, which is raising funds for Andrew Needs a Loo, is Times of Change. Serendipity are no strangers to North Dorset and are giving

their time freely this time. Cider and sausages will be served at the event on Saturday, October 14, to welcome in autumn. Seating is limited to 80 and space is available for wheelchair users – reservations can be made a week ahead through Dilys Gartside on 01258 860157 or at dilysgartside@ gmail.com

Music and readings

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OH WHAT A NIGHT!

Taking you back in time on a musical journey through the incredible career of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons. Friday 13th October 7.30pm Tickets £24/ £22 concs

MADE TO MEASURE PRODUCTIONS PRESENT: HALLOWEEN SPOOKTACULAR

Wednesday 25th October 2.00pm Tickets £14.50 adult/£13.00 under 16

THE WONDER OF STEVIE The ultimate celebration of the genius of Stevie Wonder. Saturday 14th October 7.30pm Tickets £29

THE ULTIMATE CLASSIC ROCK SHOW

Thursday 26th October 7.30pm Tickets £26.50

PLEA S KEEP E CHEC KIN OUR G WEBS ITE

WIMBORNE DRAMA PRODUCTIONS PRESENT: REHEARSAL FOR MURDER Thurs 19th – Sat 21st October 7.30pm Saturday 21st October 2.30pm Tickets £16 eve / £14 Mat (1 in 10 free via Box Office only)

THE GEORGE HARRISON PROJECT

Back by popular demand in 2023! A live music tribute to the brilliance of George Harrison.

Friday 27th October 7.30pm Tickets £21

THE LESSON (15) Mon 23rd & Wed 25th October 7.30pm Adult: £8.00 evening /£7.00 matinee Child under 16: £6.00

BON GIOVI

Saturday 28th October 7.30pm Tickets £19

SH*T FACED SHAKESPEARE PRESENT: MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING (OVER 16’S ONLY!)

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Gertie in her own words

THE 1930s star of musical comedy, Gertrude Lawrence, is heading to Dorset this autumn to tell her own story, from her perspective and in her own words. Lucy Stevens’ theatre cabaret show A Lovely Way to Spend an Evening, is presented by Arstreach, the county’s touring arts charity. A feisty, strong woman from

Clapham, Gertrude Lawrence – Gertie – transcended the class ceiling, forging her stage and screen career well into her fifties. Bursting with songs and hits by Noel Coward, Kurt Weill, Rodgers & Hammerstein and more, the show celebrates Gertie’s brilliance on and off stage, with pacey dialogue which is both funny and

Lucy Stevens plays 1930s star Gertrude Lawrence

revealing. Performer Lucy Stevens, who is accompanied by pianist

Elizabeth Marcus, has crafted a script using Gertrude Lawrence’s own words from her autobiography A Star Danced. Lucy’s performance embodies the spirit of Gertie, transporting the audience through songs and storytelling from her childhood in Clapham to London’s swanky nightclubs and the bright lights of Broadway. The show is at Nether Compton village hall – phone 07866 140288 – on Friday, October 20. Tickets and further information are available online at www.artsreach.co.uk.

Family entertainment for half-term HALF-TERM is on the way and parents of younger children can keep them entertained with a variety of shows at smaller venues across Dorset. The professional performances are presented by Artsreach, the county’s rural arts charity. n In Stories in the Dust, two travellers journey across the barren and dusty world that is their home until one day they happen upon something that promises to breathe

life back into the empty land that surrounds them. The show features live music, puppetry and clowning, and is suitable for children aged five-plus. It is at Woodlands village hall near Wimborne on Monday, October 23, at 2pm, and Portland Royal Manor Theatre on Wednesday, October 25, at 2pm. Children can also take part in a junk-animal modelling workshop after the show. n The Zoo That Comes

Life on the Royal Yacht

SAVE THE Children in Shaftesbury will be welcoming Navy man Nick Wright when he talks about his time on board the Royal Yacht Britannia and more in My Adventures in Royal Service at East Knoyle village hall later this month. Nick joined the Royal Navy in 1968 and for the next 34 years served around the world in ships and overseas postings to Norway and the USA. He served on board the Royal Yacht in the mid-1990s, witnessing historic occasions

to You gives the families of children aged fiveplus the chance to join in the conversation about animal conservation. Featuring puppetry, live music and playful characters, it is performed at Child Okeford village hall on Tuesday, October 24, at 10.30am, and Sturminster Marshal Memorial Hall at 4pm. n In The Midnight Mission, in an old house in Switzerland, portraits of famous writers Mary Shelley, Lord Byron and

such as the 50th anniversary of D-Day and the Queen’s state visit to Russia. He left the Navy in 2020 when he was appointed private secretary to The Princess Royal. He served in that position for 17 years and is now the Princess’s extra equerry, accompanying her on her maritime and some domestic engagements. The talk is on Tuesday, October 24 – doors open 12.15pm with lunch at 1pm and the talk at 1.45pm. Tickers are £15, including lunch and fresh fruit, and are available from East Knoyle Community Shop.

John Polidori have started behaving very strangely. Members of the audience are invited to join agents Kahlo and Dali of the Company of International Artists to solve the mystery. Is the house haunted and if so, why? This interactive family show suitable for children aged six-plus is at Sandford Orcas village hall on Wednesday, October 25, at 2pm. n A gentle introduction

to the magic of theatre is offered with Egg and Spoon, an interactive show for children aged one to four years. The show celebrates the gifts of nature and the changing seasons and is at Powerstock Hut on Thursday, October 26, at 10.30am, and at Sixpenny Handley village hall on Friday, October 27, at 10.30am. To find out more and book tickets for these half-term events, visit www.artsreach.co.uk.

THE Cherubim Chamber Singers & Orchestra will serve up a rich mix of music in a public concert in the Wardour Chapel in Tisbury next weekend. It includes famous solos such as Let the Bright Seraphim, The Trumpet Shall Sound and Where’er You Walk with the Hallelujah Chorus And the Glory of the Lord. Tickets for the concert on Sunday, October 22, at 6pm are priced £18-£32, children free, are available at www.cherubimtrust.org/tkts.

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‘Policy shift helps rural households’ A FEW weeks ago, I attended a magnificent concert in Sherborne Abbey performed by the Grenadier Guards band. The music was incredible and I’d like to congratulate all those who organised it, especially Fiona James. Recently, the Prime Minister announced a new approach to delivering our Net Zero commitment, especially where it would unfairly impact rural people through rural energy provision. Under the previous approach, new or replacement oil or gas boilers were banned from 2026. That policy risked burdening rural families and those with low incomes the most, with many rural people being pressed into paying thousands for a new heating system – a policy which could simply not be justified during a cost-of-living crisis. The wider debate about Net Zero has rarely included an understanding of its consequences. The language of

Conservative MP for West Dorset Chris Loder Net Zero has featured the pros, but very rarely the consequences, and that is why the Prime Minister has balanced these and adjusted some of the immediate initiatives, while still maintaining our commitment to Net Zero at 2050.

We must not lose sight that per capita, carbon levels in the UK are at their lowest since the 1850s, which we still want to progress more. I have been clear that the balancing of pros and cons for rural Britain were not adequately understood, which led to my scepticism with the former policy. This was a view echoed by many constituents who recently submitted their views to my Rural Energy Survey. The previous approach would have seen rural off-grid households and businesses having to raise many thousands of pounds for the installation of an alternative, such as an air source heat pump. In rural West Dorset, 51% of households are not on the gas grid. Even with the assistance of a Government grant, it would simply not be practicable for these households and businesses to find the extra capital to pay for a new heating system in

relatively short order. Under the new approach announced by the Prime Minister, off-grid households and businesses will only need to install a heat pump if intent on replacing their current boiler from 2035, and one-fifth of all households will be exempt where this isn’t practical or affordable to do so. For households and businesses that want to transition to a heat pump now, grants worth £7,500 – or 50% the cost of a heat pump – will be available under the Boiler Upgrade Scheme. It’s worth reiterating that this new approach continues our commitment to meet Net Zero by 2050. The Government has over-delivered on its targets over the last decade, enabling a more pragmatic and realistic route to be implemented in due course. I’d be interested to know your views on this, and you can contact me on hello@ chrisloder.co.uk.

all children in primary education and to all secondary school children whose families receive Universal Credit. It also mandates for the introduction of a holistic and comprehensive strategy to provide everyone with nutritious and healthy food, through better education, industry reformulation and advertising reforms. We also recognise the urgent changes needed to provide a fair deal for farmers and to save our natural environment. The motion calls for the Environmental Land Management budget to be raised by £1bn, so that farmers are properly rewarded and supported to transition to environmentally sustainable farming. We want to strengthen UK food security and tackle food prices by introducing a proper visa and seasonal worker system to allow our farmers and

fishers to access the workforce they need. It is important we allow our farmers and fishers to trade freely with Europe and prevent the undercutting of our food producers by ensuring our high food standards are upheld. British farmers are the best in the world, and we want to see them continuing to produce high quality food while protecting and enhancing our natural environment. The Liberal Democrats are showing that we are the party who will stand up and fight for our farmers domestically and internationally. I also held surgeries last week where I met constituents and listened to their concerns. If you would like to get in touch with me to share any concerns or issues you may be facing you can write to me at sarah.dyke. mp@parliament.uk.

‘Lib Dems will fight for our farmers’ LAST weekend I attended my first Liberal Democrat conference as an MP where we outlined our vision for the future and passed important party policy. As I’m from a farming family I was proud to see the party pass the food and farming policy paper, which stands up for our farming, fishing and rural communities who are facing an extremely challenging time. Our communities have been let down by a lack of support from the Government, while the current global food system fails to serve the interests and needs of citizens, food producers, the environment and our climate. The motion calls for a comprehensive National Food Strategy and to provide our farmers with a fair deal. The UK’s food security needs to be strengthened, with more

Liberal Democrat MP for Somerton & Frome Sarah Dyke sustainable domestic produce and reliable trusted trading partners abroad. The Liberal Democrats have called for an end to food poverty within a decade by extending free school meals to

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‘Unlock new homes in town centres’ WHAT remains of our countryside really matters to me. It matters to my constituents, as my mailbag attests. I get lots of complaints from people pointing out how house building threatens the natural environment. Although it’s likely they are themselves comfortably housed in properties they own – unlike many of the families who contact me about homelessness or overcrowding – I definitely share their concerns. Indeed, over the years, I’ve been active in campaigning against concreting the countryside. Most people aspire to own their home. Who am I, a contented home owner, to deny them the stake that home ownership brings? To bring house prices within reach, it’s plain that we have to create new build and repurposed homes. But we cannot build new houses just anywhere.

Conservative MP for South West Wiltshire Dr Andrew Murrison Concreting the countryside destroys what remains of England’s precious green loveliness, so gloriously evident right now as summer tips into autumn. I do not envy Michael Gove the job of satisfying both environmental campaigners and, predominantly young, housing aspirants. I believe, however, that Michael is on the right track.

For example, repurposing redundant commercial premises is surely win-win. They are so often unattractive thorns in the side of townspeople who would like to enjoy Wiltshire’s once vibrant high streets. For those seeking a home, they’re an appalling missed opportunity. I’m actively promoting repurposing as a way to boost our flagging town centres and create homes – without destroying habitats and green spaces. The role played by EU law in blocking housing development was one of the reasons Michael Gove supported Brexit. For example, he proposes dealing with cumbersome EU nutrient neutrality rules which are not effectively protecting our rivers but which prevent homes being built. The vehicle would be his flagship Levelling Up and Regeneration Bill. The truth is that nutrient run-off is minimally associated

with house building – it’s a product of agriculture and wastewater – but is currently used to block new homes under retained EU rules. Sir Kier Starmer must know this but has opted to oppose reform anyway. The politician in me supposes that he’s sniffing an opportunity to generate mischief in the shires as we approach a general election. But his political choice would have dire human consequences. What it means is blocking about 100,000 homes by 2030. 100,000 families, think of that. Mr Gove’s plans, as I understand them, will contain a new duty on our unloved water companies to upgrade wastewater treatment works in designated areas by 2030. In other words, he seeks to remove spurious blocks to building homes and improve the environment. If anyone can square that particular circle, Michael Gove can.

was! We saw the PM renege on the flagship policy of levellingup by ditching the northern section of the HS2 project, only to be replaced by an expenditure of £36 billion for developing the ‘Northern Rail’ Project. When the details were analysed over the next few days it was found to be just a figment of the PM’s imagination. £8 billion was found to be spent on potholes, and this figure to cover the whole country. The rest of the monies were for previously agreed rail line updates, one of which had already been cancelled! You could not make this up. Half of the conference was made up of candidates seeking to be Sunak’s successor making their pitches, led by Suella Braverman making the wildest and most repugnant Tory speech since Enoch Powell’s ‘rivers of blood’ speech in the 1960s. She

should be renamed Suella Dobermann, as she is certainly the Tories leading ‘attack dog’. The failed ex-PM Liz Truss was also there making her attempt at redemption, as was the foolhardy Nigel Farage, who was there in support and dancing the night away after her speech. After long spells with the two Brexit parties, and recently the Reform Party, it shows how far the Tory party has lurched to the right even to allow Farage in. Finally, it has been commented how the Tories’ watering down of environmental policies will make it more difficult for following governments to decarbonise by 2050. Perhaps the Conservatives should change their logo from that squiggly upright tree to the criminally felled, prostrate tree at Hadrian’s Wall.

‘By-election win is significant’

THE astounding by-election win in Rutherglen and Hamilton marks a moving of the tectonic plates in more ways than one. Firstly, in Scottish terms, it opens the door for Labour to aim for a good number of Scottish seats and exploit the fall in support for the SNP and its recently elected leader, Hamsa Yousuf. As the police investigations continue into the SNP’s financial affairs, its slide could well continue. Secondly, this could change the political landscape in the rest of the UK, allowing Labour to form a government that represents all parts of the UK, putting secession to bed. It is also a powerful riposte to PM Rishi Sunak’s vain attempt to claim that he is the ‘change candidate’ in the upcoming general election. I am sorry to advise the PM that the real ‘change’ the British

Alan Cross, on behalf of Dorset Labour electorate wants is for a Labour Government to take over from his group of charlatans who have been in government for 13 years. Which brings me neatly to the Tory party conference in Manchester. What an absolute shambles this comical gathering

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‘HS2 decision was pragmatic choice’

IN 1924, when faced by a critic who accused him of changing his mind too often, the leading economist John Maynard Keynes riposted: “When events change, I change my mind. What do you do? When facts change, I change my mind. What do you do sir? When my information changes, I alter my conclusions. What do you do sir? When someone persuades me that I am wrong, I change my mind. What do you do?” I do not believe he was posing the questions rhetorically. So how should they be answered.? The demagogue, the ideologue and the stubborn would, I am sure, answer that they would plough on because their ideological straitjacket allowed them to do nothing other. The populist would – in today’s world – survey their social media feeds and answer in a way that met the approval of their self-endorsing echo chamber irrespective of where logic might actually take them.

INVESTMENTS, adult education and tackling climate change could all become shared responsibilities between Dorset and BCP Councils. Dorset Council members are set to consider a report that seeks wider approval for the development of a Devolution Deal, including closer working with other councils. Devolution is the transfer of powers and funding from national to local government, which advocates say provides greater freedoms and flexibilities at a local level. In July 2023, Dorset Council’s Cabinet agreed to discuss a potential Devolution Deal with other local authorities. Currently, the authority does not have a sufficient population to seek a deal on its own, with

Some people, I am sure, would declare they could never be wrong. The pragmatist, the rational and those comfortable with their intellectual capacity would do as Keynes did – change one’s mind as the facts and circumstances change. To do so, is not to be a flip-flopper, nor is it to be of flaccid principles, nor should it be a sign of weakness to perform a change of direction

to arrive at the same destination but via a different route. Recently we have seen in the media the car driver who wedged his car into a narrow pedestrian path in West Wales only because, while he knew the dimensions of car and entrance did not match, their SatNav told them to do so. That car driver is the ultimate anti-Keynesian. Some of my Party’s critics are always keen to paint us as an ideological Party. While we have some ideologues, the vast majority of the Tory Tribe is deeply rooted in commonsense and pragmatic solutions to difficult, contemporary problems. When Covid-19 began the then Chancellor – now PM – unveiled a raft of interventionist supports to sustain business and individuals at a time when the ideologue would have allowed free rein to the Market and the survival of the fittest. The PM remains wedded to achieving Net Zero by 2050. That is set in Law and the Law is not going to be changed. The

facts which set the pathway to 2050 have altered. The destination remains the same. It is merely the route we are travelling which has been altered. Not ideology. Not populism. It is a pragmatic Keynesian response. The same applies for HS2. The policy destination was to improve the speeds of linking London to the Midlands and then to increase connectivity across the North – one key benefit of which is to ease the pressures of economic and housing development in the South/South-East/South-West. We are going to see that policy delivered but again by a different ‘route’. The change announced recently by the PM also means that we in Dorset will see extra monies available to deal with road maintenance, including potholes. This seems to me a perfectly sensible change of policy as it delivered wider benefits to more people across a larger geography. As a One Nation Tory I warmly support this.

the threshold being a minimum population of 500,000. At this stage, the council said discussions have been informal in nature. Therefore, the leader is seeking the support of the council to progress the work. Devolution Deals in England which have been created thus far typically have the following components: n A long-term investment fund. n Devolution of the adult education budget. n Energy, environment and climate-related areas. n An enhanced role in designing local employment programmes. n Increased powers over transport and bus franchising. n A greater role in business support and economic development, taking over the

functions of Local Enterprise Partnerships. n Housing and planning functions, including compulsory purchase powers, the ability to establish development corporations, and the power to create a spatial strategy. Cllr Simon Gibson, Dorset Council’s portfolio holder for economic growth and levelling up, said: “Seeking a Devolution Deal is one of the 10 Cabinet Commitments, and the publishing of this report is the latest step for moving this ambition forward. “We should seek a deal for Dorset to bring much needed additional funding and powers to improve economic prosperity, social wellbeing, and environmental sustainability into the Dorset

Council area. “But we can’t do this alone, so we are seeking the broader support of elected members to progress this work and continue exploring the possibilities with other councils. “Dorset, and South-West England in general, is unique – with its own challenges and opportunities for growth which cannot wholly be addressed by national policy. “Devolution will place the future of many of the services we deliver firmly in our control so that we can do what is right for our communities and get the best outcomes for our residents.” The report will be considered by full council on Thursday, October 12, with the meeting getting under way at 6.30pm.

Conservative MP for North Dorset Simon Hoare

Devolution Deal on the agenda

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‘Why the nation isn’t doing well’

WITHOUT wishing to be partisan – I have at different times voted for each of the main political parties – I cannot help thinking that on the Politics pages in the New Blackmore Vale of September 15, Alan Cross’s opinion that ‘the state of the nation is at rock bottom’ is much nearer the truth than Dr Murrison’s complacent ‘the UK is really doing quite well’. Why are we not ‘doing well’? n Because the laws of economics take no account of the laws of nature: economics – and especially free-market economics – treat the world and its resources as free goods, the only cost being that of processing them. n But now nature is biting back, witness global warming and the loss of species, especially in this country n Even though no economist can be certain of what will happen tomorrow, the advice is that if we spend – literally – untold billions on long-term and environmentally destructive projects like HS2, there will be economic benefits in a decade or two – or three? n Conversely, sometimes more weight is given to short-term gains or savings at the expense of real – rather than imagined – long-term benefits: the government - or at least the PM – what happened to democracy? – recently cut the programme for home insulation, saving money now but costing people more in energy bills and unnecessarily pumping more carbon into the atmosphere. n Also contributing more carbon are the misguided trade deals with distant parts of the world in preference to trading with our nearer neighbours and moving towards a greater degree of self-sufficiency in food. n There is no long-term strategic planning for cycling provision – Shaftesbury and Blandford have a few sections of cycleway which connect with nothing, but pitch cyclists back on to the road. A friend cynically suggests

that highways authorities are paid by the yard for cycle lanes, even when they make no sense – could he be right? n Returning to Dr Murrison’s reason for his optimism, it is because ‘new economic figures show that we are ahead of our European neighbours with the third fastest growth in the G7’. I despair at the lack of logic expressed in statements like this, which take me back to my first point – we are treating the environment as a free good to be exploited, apparently indefinitely. Will one of your political contributors please explain how infinite growth is possible in a finite world? The incompatibility was pointed out 50 years ago in the MIT report ‘The Limits to Growth’. Colin Marsh (Revd) Gillingham THANK you to everyone who contributed to the Gillingham Area Poppy Appeal last year – through collecting trays in shops and schools, and collectors outside supermarkets, more than £13,500 was raised. I continue to be the Poppy Appeal organiser for the area, and this year hope to collect as last time, but would like to recruit more people to help with house-to-house collections. If you can help, contact me by email at fifthidg@aol.com or phone 01747 822690. Brian Anderson Gillingham LIFE with type 1 diabetes can be complicated – especially if you’re young. Diabetes UK has a programme designed to help children and young people who live with the condition to feel less isolated and alone. It’s called Together Type 1. The initiative aims to help children and young people aged 11–25 feel more confident about managing type 1 diabetes, provide them with opportunities

to connect with others and empower them to communicate effectively with healthcare professionals to help improve their care. We want to make sure children and young people don’t feel held back by their diabetes diagnosis, and we hope this programme will provide them with the opportunity to thrive. Visit the Diabetes UK website at www.diabetes.org.uk/youthprogramme-sign-up to find out more and get involved. Aled Newton Diabetes UK

I AM a regular user of the A 303, passing by Stonehenge, and I am intrigued by the large number of ideas put forward to reduce the queues past the site. The traffic seems to flow effortlessly through other parts of the A303 to the west of Stonehenge, which are just single lane each way, so, to my way of thinking, it is the sight of Stonehenge from the road which causes the slow down and delays. Surely a quick solution, before the proposed tunnel is built, is to plant about a mile of quick-growing hedge, like Leylandii perhaps, close to and on the north side of the A303, centred on Stonehenge. That would block the view for motorists, who would then just pass on by without slowing down to ‘gawp’. It would also block the view of traffic for visitors to Stonehenge and reduce the noise of vehicles. It would be a cheap interim solution to the queuing problem. The strip of land used to plant the hedging could be ‘cleared’ from an archaeological standpoint very simply and very quickly. A good example of tunnels doing a brilliant job is the A3 road tunnel at Hindhead in Hampshire which obviates the passage around the Devil’s Punch Bowl. The queues before this

innovation were huge – I remember travelling up the A3 through Hindhead about 45 years ago and taking about an hour to cover a few miles. I am sure the proposed Stonehenge Tunnel will replicate that situation perfectly, but at a very high cost. Why not build a two-lane carriageway for westbound traffic to the south of the A303 and convert the A303 to eastbound traffic only. The Archaeological Departments of numerous universities in the UK could take on searches of any new route – they could fine comb the proposed route, log all the finds and clear it for a new road. The area has a myriad of burrows, and after the route has been cleared by archaeologists, a new route proposed that keeps all parties happy. It would cost far less than a tunnel and would happen in a short time span, as opposed to the aeons waiting for a tunnel to be dug. Nick Jones Gillingham BEAUTY is said to be in the eye of the beholder, and H Rawles – New Blackmore Vale, September 29 – seems to think wind turbines are beautiful. I and many others think the opposite, that they will result in the permanent semiindustrialisation of our lovely rural landscape, like rows of pylons before them, and that this is too high a price to pay for their heavily subsidised, inefficient and unreliable contribution to our energy needs. Rather the same could be said for solar farms, especially when ‘plonked’ on productive agricultural land. But at least solar panels can go on visually less intrusive places like the roofs of industrial and commercial buildings, and planners and politicians should be insisting on this. John Boodle Sherborne

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London designers Painting could in interiors sale sell for £60,000 CLARKE’S Auctions at Semley is holding an off-site specialist Design & Interiors sale with examples by renowned London designers and companies including Julian Chichester, Chelsea Textiles, Pooky and Riviera Maison. The pieces have all been used to furnish the interiors of exclusive London addresses and more than 200 lots of furniture, lighting, mirrors, rugs, and pictures and prints are on offer. These include two L-shaped Brompton Cross corner sofas retailing at just under £4,000 each, a pair of Fiona McDonald bespoke Carla cabinets with figured marble tops, table lamps by designers such as Pooky and William Yeowood, floor-sized rugs by designers Oka, Tim Page and Melissa Wyndham, and prints by John Hoyland RA and Andrzej Jackowski.

The sale is being held on site at Holland Farm, South Brewham, Bruton, Somerset (BA10 0JZ). It is a timed sale and bids can only be placed through www.the-saleroom.com/ en-gb/auction-catalogues/ clarkesauctions/catalogue-idclarke2-10156. Viewing is on Friday, October 13, from 9am-5pm and the sale will end on Sunday, October 22. Clarke’s Antiques & Collectibles sale is at the salerooms in Semley on October 13-14 and more than 900 lots are on offer. For enquiries about probate or insurance valuations, house clearances and entries into sales phone Richard Clarke or Karen Marshall on 01747 855109 at the main offices on Kingsettle Business Park, Station Road, Semley, Shaftesbury.

DUKE’S is on view from Saturday, October 14, for its back-to-back October auctions – the Art & Design Post-1880 Auction and the Autumn Auction. The Autumn Auction on Wednesday, October 18, boasts a trove of wonders from the Napoleonic wars, including rare and illustrious paraphernalia of Admiral Lord Nelson. Historical relics include three pieces of a French ensign taken from the French gunship Genereux at the Battle of Trafalgar, expected to make between £5,000-£8,000. An eight-volume naval chronicle containing the signature of Nelson is also for sale. Tomes of such heritage and renown are estimated to sell for

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ACREMAN St Auctioneers & Valuers of Sherborne is holding its 20th Century and Modern Art Auction on Thursday, October 26, from 10am. It will include works by John Piper, Sir Stanley Spencer, Robert Lenkiewicz, David Nash, Eric Malthouse and LS Lowry, along with contemporary artists including local artist and sculptor Criss Webb, who works mostly in stone and bronze producing large-scale figural sculptures. Seven sculptures and four paintings include a carved stone reclining nude and a bronze artist’s proof of the same figure estimated at £2,000-£3,000. The General Antiques & Collectors Auction is from noon on Thursday, October 26, and the Jewellery, Watches & Silver auction on Friday, October 27, at 10am.

TWO 18th century samplers, sewn by the youngest sister of Rabbie Burns, are to be sold by Charterhouse in its textile auction on Friday, November 3. “They are an amazing discovery found hidden away in an old wooden box,” said Richard Bromell, from the auction house. “The samplers are worked by Isabella Burns, youngest sister of Rabbie Burns. “They were both included in the historically important Scottish Exhibition in Glasgow in 1911 and come to Dorset having been inherited many years ago.” Charterhouse is now accepting entries for its forthcoming specialist auctions with Silver, Jewellery &

Acreman is now accepting consignments for its November auctions including its Thursday, November 16, Textiles, Fashion & Apparel auction moved from September. The catalogue and bidding is through Easyliveauction.com and Thesaleroom.com. Acreman can take in everything from single items to complete collections. Anyone who has anything they would like to consign should not hesitate to contact Gill Norman on 07908 333577 or 01935 50874, or by email at auction@acremanstreet antiques.co.uk. Acreman holds valuation days every Wednesday, 10am4pm, offering free valuations on items being considered for auction, at Acreman Auction, 121 Acreman Street, Sherborne, Dorset DT9 3PH.

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his fourth Discworld novel, Mort, Sir Terry gave up his job at the CEGB. He lived in the Mendips for many years, at Rowberrow, before moving to Broad Chalke, near Salisbury. In 2007, the author revealed he had been diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer’s and in March 2015, the ’embuggerance’ as he called it, saw Sir Terry take a walk with Death, one of his most enduring Discworld characters, when he passed away at his Wiltshire home. The Discworld series sold more than 100 million copies worldwide. David Gold, director of external affairs and policy at Royal Mail, said: “These striking stamps will be loved by generations both young and old. “Terry Pratchett’s Discworld novels remain as popular as ever and it is fitting that in the 40th anniversary year of The Colour of Magic, we celebrate with a set of stamps that honour the work of an iconic and globally admired writer.” Royal Mail worked closely with Terry Pratchett’s estate, as well as Paul Kidby, who has been illustrating Discworld for 30 years. “It has been a huge honour to illustrate this set of stamps to commemorate 40 years of Discworld,” Paul said.

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Tourmaline – a rare beauty By Amy Brenan, Director of Heirlooms Jewellers, 21 South Street, Wareham WHEN people think of the birthstone for October, they usually think of the pearl, but tourmaline is also recognised to celebrate this month. It is understood to have been first discovered in Italy in the late 1600s by Dutch traders and is said to attract money and friendship. It is believed to have strong healing powers ranging from helping with digestion to dealing with panic attacks, together with many spiritual connotations. Tourmaline is a semiprecious gemstone which comes in an amazing spectrum of colours, with pink tourmaline being the most rare. They are often mistaken for rubies but are actually more rare

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How to overwinter dahlias by Sally Gregson AS summer flees from our gardens and breezy autumn starts to make its presence felt, our gardening thoughts turn to preparing the borders for winter. It’s often difficult to decide whether to bring in beautiful flowering plants like dahlias to the shelter and protection of the greenhouse, or leave them to fend for themselves for a few more weeks. Recently gardeners have become more confident about leaving them outside to take their chances, which are increasingly in favour of mild, wet winters. But the emphasis should, perhaps, be on the ‘wet’. Dahlia crowns are particularly susceptible to slugs and damp mould. If the first frosts of winter have felled the top growth it can be an easy decision to cut back the old stalks and mulch the crowns. But if, as seems to be happening increasingly, those dahlias are still going strong, it can seem better to let them flower on through the autumn. But the late months can be cruel, and wise old gardeners would shake their heads woefully. If, on the other hand, the decision is to secure a particularly pleasing form, autumn is the time to lift the whole crown, tubers and all, shake off the soil and sit the whole

It can be difficult to decide whether to bring in flowering plants like dahlias to the protected environment of the greenhouse or leave them to fend for themselves for a few more weeks

thing in an old seed tray, lined with newspaper. Label each crown with its name, and place the trays under the benching in the greenhouse, or in a cold, but frost-free, shed. The tubers will not need watering through the winter, except for the occasional sprinkling of water if they seem to be desiccated. They should be kept just on the moist side of bone dry.

Next spring pull them out and put them in a light, frost-free place covered with old potting compost. Water the crowns thoroughly and watch the shoots appear from the tubers. If more of a particular variety is needed, cuttings can be taken from these shoots, rooted and planted out later in early summer. The garden will once again be full of your favourite dahlias.

Acers for some autumn colour by Sally Gregson THE brilliant reds, purples and yellows of late summer – the hardy salvias, pelargoniums, fuchsias – are beginning to give way to the smoky clouds of michaelmas daisies, soft pink and white Japanese anemones, and the rusty bronzes of the hardy chrysanths. Everywhere the deep green summer foliage is changing into orange and gold. The metamorphosis of summer into autumn has begun. And there is no doubt that now is the very best time to choose a new shrub or tree with especially good autumn colour as the leaves start to turn. Japanese acers are especially tempting. But don’t get caught out. First check the plant label for a proper name, rather than buy a much cheaper seed-raised plant. Acers that have been chosen

for size, shape and leaf-colour are given names, and their progeny will have been grafted onto a strong root stock. Their seedlings, however, could grow to any height, even into a tree, and their leaves may not be such a good colour in spring. Acer japonica comes originally from central Honshu, the main island of Japan. It’s a region that is mountainous, wooded and moist. Shade is the ideal environment for these beautiful little acers, where they do not experience high winds. So, when looking for the ideal position in the garden, choose somewhere out of the sun and wind, where the soil does not dry out. In the wild they grow alongside Hydrangea serrata, that flowers a month earlier than its large-headed relative,

Acers like a shady spot out of the wind

H. macrophylla, and prefers shade. Together with native grasses such as Hakonechloa macra ‘Aureola’ with a terrible name, but beautifully variegated gold and green leaves that arch over like a foot-high (30cm) fountain, they all thrive in the woodland shade.

So, take a tip from the natural world and try planting the acer, the Hydrangea serrata and the Hakonechloa together under the shade of a small tree. They would make a delicate combination that could be underplanted with hardy cyclamen and blue scillas for the spring.

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GARDENING SERVICES AND GENERAL MAINTENANCE Lawn mowing, weeding, hedge cutting, strimming etc. Contact Billy 07849 571742

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COUNTRY BYGONES & COLLECTIBLES

Rural, garden & agricultural itembought & sold

Tim, 01725 517268 or 07311 478301

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FOR SALE SCREENED TOP SOIL Delivered 1T - 5T loads Tel No: 01258 861046 DRYSTONE WALLING AND LANDSCAPING www.yenstonewalling.co.uk 01963 371123

PENNY LLAMA & ALPACA rescue organic poop special offer £1.00 per bag call for details 01725 552061 WOOD AND MULTI-FUEL STOVES, new and exdisplay bargains, Wessex Woodburners 01747 853110

FOR MOWING STRIMMING, HEDGE CUTTING and general garden/estate maintenance. Call David the Electric Gardener on: 07786 658708

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

EDWARD SHARP GARDENING SERVICES Specialising in lawn care and formal pruning. Fully insured Ring 07762 954152 for free quotation

OUTDOOR RUBBISH & HEDGE TRIMMINGS cleared and taken away, also hedge cutting. Free estimates. 07864 960768

Bespoke upholstery & reupholstery service. High quality, traditionally made furniture. Residential and contract upholstery in the Dorset area since the 1980s.

01258 455397 office@minsterfurniture.co.uk WWW.MINSTERFURNITURE.CO.UK

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TOOLS / EVENT / SHOWROOM DB WOODWORKING TOOLS for used hand tools. Showroom above Stalbridge Joinery 07739 416402

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TOOLS WANTED. Cash waiting. 01747 850474

SELF DRIVE DIGGER and Dumper Hire 01258 861647

CURTAIN ALTERATIONS Made to measure soft furnishings. For free estimates Tel. Sue Marsh 01747 853680

WANTED Dave buys all types of tools Call 01935 428975

TREEWISE

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

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Stoneham OAK KITCHEN. Marble Star Galaxy worktops. 2.82m x 3.27m x 2.27m. £2500 for quick Sale. Miele Steam oven as new £450 Miele Oven £450 Excellent condition Miele Dishwasher £250 Miele gas hob £150 Neff fridge freezer £150 Offer for the lot.

07588 053555

NPTC qualified & fully insured No job too small, Friendly, personal advice and free quotations. Make a wise choice and call David Merefield today on 01747 850906 / 07966 522361

Treecare Co. Tree Specialists

TREE STUMP REMOVAL Pruning, bracing, shaping. Preservation of mature trees. Hedge cutting. Trees supplied & planted. Landscaping & maintenance. Heavy duty winch hire available. Tree Surgery BS.3998 Contractors to local authorities.

WOOD CHIPPINGS FOR SALE Free Quotes & Advice Tel/Fax: Shafts 853512 Mobile: 07831 262083 Established in 1976

At TreeCare we care...

M: 07809 415 902 Jamespricelandscapes@gmail.com @jamespricelandscapes

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

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

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

MIELE STEAM OVEN. Integrated. As new. £295 07588 053555

PORCELAIN & NATURAL STONE PATIOS GARDEN WALLS, WATER FEATURES FENCING & DECKING

(Established 1997)

TREE WORK

ASH DIE BACK SPECIALISTS LANDSCAPING

Fencing Patios Sleeper walls All hard landscaping

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

OUTDOORS TREES R US Get your garden ready for summer. Trees, hedges, patios, turf & fencing call Peter 07976 667130

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D KING & SON Garden Services

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

07831 091239

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Home & Garden LOGS LOGS R US 1 ton pickup load of logs £100 double load £160 dumpy bag £70 All hardwood 07790 404593 01258 818081

BLACKMORE VALE LOG SPLITTING AND CHIPPING - Your local mobile service 07760 469411

WONDERWOOD LOGS Seasoned Ash. 1 cubic metre £95, 2 cubic metre £180. Text or call 07847 659881 or 07990 511340

SEASONED HARDWOOD LOGS £180 double load, £100 half load 01258 880892, 07980 036250

GOOD QUALITY DRIED BARN STORED WOOD FOR SALE

SEASONED HARDWOOD LOGS

Also any garden clearance. For more information please contact Andy 07773 254174

Small and Large Loads Tel: 07973 871708 Evenings: 01935 825506

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

B.LUCAS

FREE estimates, No VAT 01747 228827 07809 362919

T F PLANT

Sand, gravel, cement and topsoil supplied

Trade & DIY. Supplied loose or collected. Small or large loads also bulk bag materials & small handy bags. Muck-away service of inert materials Trusted family-run business, ring for enquiries

01747 826107

TF Plant, 8 Brickfields Industrial Estate, Gillingham, Dorset SP8 4JL

Bryan G Paulley Ltd Oil Tank Services Domestic & Commercial

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

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

Tel: 01963 363870

24hr Emergency, Leaking Tanks or Oil Spills 07836 502683

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J&C Handyman Services

Plumbing Door hanging & skirting boards Painting & decorating and facia clearing Shed erecting & repairs Guttering and replacement Flat pack furniture Fencing Shelves & curtain rails Pointing etc... No job too small. Please call with your requirements.

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FRANKS MAINTENANCE GROUP Serving all your interior & exterior maintenance needs

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BUILDING MAINTENANCE

General builder

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

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

01747 822162

Our advice is always free

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General building Extensions/Renovations Loft conversions Oak frame buildings Groundwork/Landscaping All your property needs

www.amlcarpentrybuilding.co.uk Mobile: 07979 527379 email: alanlewisaml@aol.com

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All aspects of traditional building work undertaken External & internal lime works Full restoration service for older & listed properties Bespoke extensions, disabled & granny annex conversions - from planning to completion Cob work - new & repairs

Limited Fully Insured, Free Survey Failed Double Glazed Units UPVC Windows and Doors Shower Screens, Balustrades T: 01747 631899 / 07708 180306 e: shaftesburyglass@gmail.com w: www.shaftesburyglass.co.uk

Steve Guppy Home Maintenance & Improvements

Fully Insured Tel: 01747 590584 Mob: 07812 106 513

Oak timber framing Project consultation service

DORSET WOOD TRADITIONAL BUILDINGS

Dorset Lime Ltd Traditional builders specialising in older and listed properties

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

www.dorsetwood.co.uk

Contact Dave Welsh 07838 654468

djwelsh@btinternet.com

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

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

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• Plant Hire • Groundwork’s • Drainage • Concreting • Landscaping • Driveways

EV Car Installations

Wrightgroundworks@gmail.com Commercial, domestic & agriculture

Building Construction Specialists

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

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

Now available... Rockery Stone

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

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CHIMNEYS

ARCHITECTURAL, BUILDING & ELECTRICAL ASA ARCHITECTS. All drawings for planning and construction. 07770 421624 Free consultation

SUB-LIME

25 years experience in modern and traditional property restorations. All general building works undertaken, specialising in lime rendering, pointing and plastering.

NO JOB TOO SMALL NO UP FRONT COSTS NO VAT Call Steve Taylor: 07855 787857 or email steve.sublimeplastering @gmail.com

PROPERTY DESIGN AND PROJECT MANAGEMENT/ refurbishment and renovation. Call Tim 07793 837073 CHARLIE IVE BUILDING & CARPENTRY. Extensions, renovations, kitchens & bathrooms. 07388 441638 Charliecarlyleive@gmail.com

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Smokin Nicely Chimney Sweeps NACS certiﬁcates issued Chimneys and Flues Extremely clean service Fully insured (£5m) CCTV

01258 455251

Tel: smokin.nicely@hotmail.co.uk smokinnicely.co.uk

MARTIN SIMMONDS CHIMNEY SWEEP Friendly, Reliable, Professional - 07368 250305 K.SANSOM CHIMNEY SWEEP Brush & vacuum APICS registered 01963 370038

Specialist Wood Burner Installation Co. Building and plastering jobs undertaken all at affordable prices No chimney no problem Twin wall bespoke metal chimney systems Chimney stack rebuilds, repair, leak fix Relining flexible liner existing stove installations False fireplaces Professional and highly recommended company with 5-star reviews

Call now for a free survey and advice. 07521647885 WWW.STOVEANDCHIMNEYSOLUTIONS.COM

CARPETS/ CARPET FITTERS

JAYS CARPETS

FREE ESTIMATES Open 7 days week

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place your ad today

Professional with over 20 years experience.

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CHIMNEYS CHRIS THE SWEEP Friendly and fully insured. Evening and weekend appointments available. 07725 112160

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

SOLID FUEL INSTALLATIONS LTD accredited installers from the competent persons scheme for wood burners, multi fuel stoves, chimney liners and twin walled flues. Sweeping chimneys, birdguards & cowls. Fireplace alterations to your needs, chimney works including pointing. 01749 677440 - 07921 074602 solidfuel3@aol.com www.solidfuelinstallationsltd.co.uk

To place your display or classified advert in our Local Services section email: adverts@blackmorevale.net

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COMPUTERS & TECH DEREK ETHERINGTON BSc(Hons). PC/Mac, Repairs, Networks, Websites, Tuition. Free local callout. 01963362403 07855287150 http://www.dcenet.co.uk

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COMPUTER MAINTENANCE & REPAIRS Purchase advice, Virus Removal, New PC Setup/ Installation, Internet Connection, Upgrades, Computer/ Software Tuition - Call Gregg on 01963 370713

Joseph Crocker Computers CLEANING

SHINY STOVES OVEN CLEANING Ovens,Ranges, Aga’s, etc. Independent Family Run Business Covering The Blackmore Vale Area

Tel 01935 592461 Mob 07875 272401 www.shinystoves.com

REGULAR CLEANING IN GILLINGHAM and the surrounding area. No dogs, during the cleaning process, please. Izabela - 07496 866501

Custom built gaming & office PCs Desktop & laptop repair Help with mobile devices General computer and IT advice

NO JOB TOO BIG OR TOO SMALL 01963 23669 07484 690824

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Get connected. Stay connected. WiFi • Email • FaceTime • WhatsApp Skype • Google • eBay • Amazon Facebook • Twitter • Instagram

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

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GENERAL MAINTENANCE SERVICES, Painting & Decorating, Carpentry, Interior/Exterior. For free quote call Tim 07793 837073

Place your classified advert today CLASSIFIED

01963 400186 LJB CARPENTRY & BUILDING SERVICES. Extensions, loft conversion, garden make-over, office removals, rubbish clearance. Mere VAT registered. 07543 814320. ljbcarpentry@qualityservice.com

• Buying advice, setup and installation

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

Call me now on 07805 783147

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Painting & Decorating Local Quality Painter & Decorator.

35 Years Experience FREE Estimates. No VAT

Call Richard on

COUNTRY CARPENTRY Doors, repairs, general maintenance etc Call Nick on 07887 358570 Place your classified advert today CLASSIFIED

Tel: 01258 880670

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

Mob: 07825512627 ‘Your home in safe and capable hands’

LOCKSMITHS & GARAGE DOORS

01963 400186

DOMESTIC APPLIANCES

PROPER DOMESTICS APPLIANCE REPAIRS & INSTALLATION

01747 416059

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John Banham’s

Property Service REFRESHING Bathrooms & Kitchens

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

Office: 01747 838 087 Mobile: 07768 190 131 email: refreshingrenovations@gmail.com

GENEALOGIST GENEALOGIST SERVICES Seeking the roots of your family? Experienced Genealogist now available to do the digging. Call Tony 01425 838184 tony.green.agas@outlook.com

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ELECTRIC MOTOR REWINDS AC, DC, Traction & EX Motors Generator Sales, Service & Repairs Pump & Gearbox Repairs Brook Motor & Control Gear Stockists

Unit 4 Faraday Road, Churchfields Industrial Estate, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP2 7NR

TEL 01722 414161

www. stonehengeservices.co.uk

MUSIC SHERBORNE GUITAR TUITION 01935 389655 ahiahel@live.com

PIANO TUNING, repairs, sales of reconditioned pianos.Julian Phillips BA CGLI. 01258 471194

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Clarinet & Saxophone

Deadline to place your advert is the Friday before publication.

SPECTRUM PEST CONTROL

Ex-Professional plays as Soloist and Busker for Weddings and Special Events

Wasps, Rodents, and all other pests humanely dealt with. All forms of bird and rodent proofing undertaken.

www.robertchalke.co.uk

Technician. Member of the British Pest Control Association T: 01258 721462 M: 07379 405080

01749 813625 Robert Chalke

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PLUMBING, HEATING & DRAINAGE

BLANDFORD DRAINS Family business Established 1996

DRAIN UNBLOCKING CCTV SURVEYS SEPTIC TANK EMPTYING

01258 452500

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

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FOR ALL YOUR DRAINAGE NEEDS

• Blocked Drains • Drain Repair/Relining • CCTV Surveys for Drains • Drainage Investigation • Septic Tank Installation/Repair • Sewage Treatment Plant Installations/ Services 24 HOUR DRAIN CLEARANCE Office: 01747 859203 Mobile: 07453 319391 Email: Info@wefix-drains.co.uk

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Septic Tanks, Treatment Plants & Soakaways

HEATING AND PLUMBING

FRANKS

•Boiler Replacement •Boiler Servicing •Gas, Oil & LPG MAINTENANCE GROUP •General Plumbing •Bathrooms Installations, •Landlord Certification servicing and •Solid Fuel Stove maintenance Installation and

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OKEFORD HEATING LTD

• PROFESSIONAL • TRUSTED • RELIABLE • • OIL AND GAS HEATING INSTALLATIONS • • BOILER REPLACEMENT AND SERVICING • • LANDLORD’S GAS SAFETY CERTIFICATES • • BESPOKE PLUMBING AND BATHROOM DESIGN •

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email: okefordheating@yahoo.co.uk

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

Office: 01747 829222 Mobile: 07900916810 Email: mike@mjheat.co.uk

Problems with your sewage system? Need to replace your septic tank?

Speak to your local experts 01747 823731 or 07970 484890

Established 1980

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ROOFING

TrustScore 4.4

Deadline to place your advert is the Friday before publication.

Household Storage Safe. Secure. Simple.

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SKIP HIRE

Smiths Triangle, Fifehead, St Quinton, Sturminster Newton, DT10 2AW (Also disposal site) www.clivesmithskips.co.uk Email: clivesmithskips@hotmail.co.uk

Tel: 01258 860 166 Mobile: 07974 822243 Waste Carriers Number: CBDU112820 Permit Number: EPR/JB3101KP VAT Reg Number: 634 6316 44

CUSTOMERS ORDERING VEHICLES OFF THE PUBLIC HIGHWAY DO SO ENTIRELY ON THEIR OWN RESPONSIBILITY

IT IS DANGEROUS TO TRANSPORT AN OVERLOADED SKIP, THIS INCLUDES BOARDS TO INCREASE THE SIZE OF THE LOAD. THE DRIVER MAY REFUSE TO REMOVE AN OVERLOADED SKIP AND/OR AN EXTRA CHARGE WILL APPLY TO COVER COSTS.

• No Asbestos • Do not move skip • No Plasterboard/Gypsum • No Fires in Skip • No Sludge • NO Fridges/ Freezers • Tyres • Gas Bottles • Toxic Solvents • Paints and Liquids

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• Felt Roofing Specialist • Tiling, Slating and UPVC • Velux Windows • No Job Too Small • Insurance Work • Leadwork Friendly Service Free Estimates Mobile 07973 248319 scott@scottmilesroofing.co.uk

Tom the Roofer I cover all aspects of roofing work, gutter replacement, cleaning and repair work

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Display ads must be booked by Wednesday the week before the publication, with final copy submitted by the Friday. Classified ads may be accepted after this, however these will be subject to space. Advertising:

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Rob’s Clearance • • House, shed, and site clearance Rubbish removed

• Recycling carried out • Good/interesting items bought for cash • Friendly and reliable

01747 839751 or 07956 414896

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

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

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

PVC u & ALUMINIUM REPAIRS - Double Glazed Units • Locks • Hinges • Handles WINDOWS - Casement • Heritage Flush • Sliding Sash DOORS • Resi • Composite • French • Patio • Bifold SECONDARY GLAZING Family run business, Est 2004 Tel 01258 488500 / 01747 812666 2 HOLLAND BUSINESS PARK, HOLLAND WAY, BLANDFORD FORUM DT11 7TA

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Awards honour the best of British by Barbara Cossins IT was a great privilege to be a guest at the Grosvenor House Hotel in Park Lane, London, to celebrate the Farmer’s Weekly 2023 Awards last week. What a night! It was a celebration of everything our British farmers have achieved in this last year. From Environmental Champion to Young Student to Young Farmer of the Year to Lifetime Achievement and more. Accolade after accolade for our farming community. We’re proud to be part of it all. It was emotional hearing all their wonderful stories, embracing diversification, innovation, passion and hard work. It makes all of them truly worthy winners. Awards are very important for all organisations whatever their industry or endeavours. It’s a time for people to be given recognition for their achievements in working hard

to make their dreams come true. I was always shy to put myself into awards, but I was pushed into it by my marketing lady Becky, over 10 years ago. These days we have more than 30 awards for our food, service, meat and hospitality, and are proud to be recognised for all of those things. People need to see you to believe in what you are doing to make a difference.

Now, as the winner of these multi-industry awards, all of which were won under extremely hard, challenging conditions, we can commend ourselves. British Farming works incredibly hard to produce the best quality, sustainable food in the world, so that our country can eat and drink without antibiotics or growth hormones. Unlike many other countries, we import food – bonkers – when our own farmers are busy people feeding their animals, trying to grow food for us all here in the UK. They don’t make enough noise about the important jobs they’re doing every day. Sadly their voice just isn’t big enough most of the time. Our farming industry is so fragile, it’s important to celebrate and recognise what our hard-working farmers are doing to keep the food supply going by growing healthy food

here in Britain. There is huge ongoing concern about where our food will come from in future with everything the world is facing right now. Time to seize today and buy from our own lands, farmers and producers. So let’s celebrate our farmers and food producers and shout from the rooftops to encourage the UK public to buy British and support their local farmers before it’s too late. If we don’t have them to grow food for our home tables then we will be foolish to think we can rely solely on imported food. Buy British folks, as much as you possibly can! And remember to check the labels in your shopping trolleys every time you shop. n Barbara Cossins is founder of Love Local Trust Local, www. thelangtonarms.co.uk; www. rawstonfarmbutchery.co.uk; www.lovelocaltrustlocalawards. co.uk.

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Nourish service goes for growth A VENTURE that started life as a small foodbank has re-opened at refurbished premises as a community hub, larder and cafe. Since it was founded 11 years ago, the Blandford Food Bank+ has continued to grow. Now, following a recent refurbishment, it has re-opened under a new name – Nourish – offering more services. Supported by Dorset charity Faithworks, Nourish was officially launched by the Mayor of Blandford Cllr Hugo Mieville. Selected as one of the Mayor’s charities of the year, more than 50 organisations, businesses and church leaders gathered to mark the official launch. Cllr Mieville said: “We should be really proud of Nourish and continue to support it.” Foodbank manager, Gail Del-Pinto, said: “The Community Larder is for those who are moving on from the immediate crisis of needing a foodbank but simply can’t afford to use high street shops. “It is a discounted larder with a small membership fee which provides a stepping stone back into shopping ordinarily.” Jade was one of the first members of the Nourish Community Larder and has found it has changed much more than just the family meals. She registered as a member when she was finding her regular food shop was becoming too much and she was having to go without fresh produce. One week, she brought her 13-year-old daughter with her and found she was picking up lots of fresh fruit and vegetables that she would not normally eat. Jade’s daughter is a keen dancer, while her son loves swimming, so access to fresh, nutritious food is even more essential.

Nourish foodbank manager Gail Del-Pinto

Coming to the larder enables the whole family to have the healthy diet needed for young, active lives, she said. And she has now become an invaluable part of the Nourish team through volunteering, while also receiving support from the team with writing her CV and applying for jobs. Meanwhile, the new, larger café area at Nourish provides a relaxed environment for local community to drop in for a hot drink and chat with one of the team of volunteers. It also provides space for organisations to provide information and support in an informal environment. Among them is Victim Support, which was invited to promote its services at the foodbank two years ago. Volunteer and community engagement officer Denize Flynn said: “The vision of creating a holistic approach to Nourish service users has been achieved and it is humbling to be a small part of that. “There have been many changes in two years but the warm welcome you receive when walking through the doors is still the same. “It’s a fantastic and muchneeded community resource.” To find out more about Nourish, log on to the Faithworks website at https:// faith-works.org.uk/locationsacross-dorset/nourishblandford.

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How to be the best version of yourself

by Alice Johnsen NOT feeling the best version of you at the moment? It happens to us all, but it needn’t be the norm. I was speaking to a client last week about how they wanted to be the best version of themselves, particularly when they got home after a long day at work. Their job is high pressure and, because they are currently working abroad, all consuming in a short-term way. We looked at the overall structure of their day and as we did so opportunities for small changes through the day presented themselves, so the final product was a way of life that was more supportive. More realistic. More enjoyable. The cumulative effect of several small changes will, for this client, result in better sleep at night, more energy and better stress management strategies in place to keep things under control. It’s easy when we’re caught up in the living thing to not realise what is happening until the living thing swamps us and the wheels fall off. By then it’s not always too late but it does

feel overwhelming and harder to regain a realistic perspective. Our judgement is clouded by emotion. So here are a few tools to keep us being the best version of ourselves. You may recognise some from previous articles. That’s fine. If something works, we don’t need to invent something else. 3Ds. As in Delay, Delete, Delegate. Can I put this thing off until I have a bit more time? Do I actually have to do it? Could someone else do it? Get outside, if you can, every single day. Whatever the weather. One of the small changes my overseas client is making is a 20-minute walk outside somewhere in the middle of their working day, without their phone. It’ll promote productivity in the afternoon and a clearer head in the evening. Go to bed smart. No, I don’t mean wearing your finest silk pyjamas. I mean make it a planned part of your day during which you wind down properly, allowing mind and body to switch off ready to process and restore overnight. So not rushing to bed because it’s

Going for a short walk in the middle of the working day can promote productivity in the afternoon and a clear head in the evening PHOTO: Pexels/Pixabay

suddenly nearly midnight and not taking your phone to the bedroom. Get an alarm clock. Ask yourself, what do I want to remember about this phase of my life in five years’ time? Can that help you redefine your priorities? One last thought. What is the best version of yourself? Are you aiming for what you truly

believe to be the best you or are you being distracted and pressured by peers, colleagues, family or media? Which leads us neatly onto Imposter Syndrome, so maybe I’ll write about that again next time. n Alice Johnsen is a life coach based near Sherborne (07961 080513; alicejohnsen.co.uk)

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Meditations in nature: Autumn on the heathlands by Susanna Curtin SEPTEMBER has drawn to a close. By the time you read this, the swallows and house martins will have left our shores for their return journey to Africa. But for now, the remaining adults are gathering on the telegraph wires. I can tell they are restless. They have a six-week journey and 6,000 miles ahead of them, and some of them will not make it. Flying low, they will cross Western France and Eastern Spain to Morocco, then over the Sahara Desert, above the rainforests of the Congo, and down into Namibia and South Africa. Seeing them gather makes me feel restless too, for their departure signifies that winter is nigh, the days are shortening and the cold winds are coming. However, the sun is out today and there is some warmth in its rays. I am walking in the Dorset heathlands, at Arne, in the hopes of seeing an osprey, as they also fly south from their northern breeding grounds on their journey to West Africa. Unlike the swallows and martins, they travel alone and take their time stopping to feed and rest along the way, and Arne can be a good place to see them. Even at this time of year, the heathland habitat feels wild and slightly Mediterranean. Perhaps

it is that unique combination of Scots pine and silver birch trees, the sandy trails, and the gorse and heather that is home to smooth snakes, sand lizards and wasp spiders, that remind me of warmer climes. As I follow the path towards the coastline, I can hear punctuated, high-pitched calls. I look up to see, not an osprey, but a whole family of peregrine falcons, the adults still accompanying their young. Swirling above me, I can clearly make out their distinctive black hoods, yellow beaks and cheeky moustaches. I watch them as they glide effortlessly out of sight. Walking through a beautiful silver birch forest, still adorned with fine, yellowing leaves, I reach an inky red heathland pool festooned with common chasers. I linger here for a while in search of the velvety-brown backs of raft spiders. Sadly, these are not showing today, but on the grassy margins of the pool, I spot a small wasp spider. She is probably, by now, the last of her tribe still on show. Leaving her in peace I make for the beach to find my own sandy perch from where I can watch the common birds of Poole Harbour – curlews, oyster catchers, godwits and a flock of noisy terns. With the warmth of the

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Once a very rare visitor from the Mediterranean, little egrets are now a common sight around the coasts of southern England

afternoon sun on my back, I become fascinated by the two little egrets feeding in the shallows right in front of me. These graceful birds can be found in Australia, Asia, Africa and Europe, and were once only a very scarce migrant to Britain, but now they can be seen throughout England and Wales, and increasingly in Scotland and Northern Ireland. Little egrets are small, pure white herons with long black legs and big yellow feet. During the breeding season, they develop exotic plumes on their heads, wings and necks. These are so beautiful that in the 19th century the bird was hunted almost to extinction for their plumes that, at the time, were more valuable than gold. Little egrets first appeared in

the UK in significant numbers in 1989 and first bred in Dorset in 1996. Since then, their population has been growing and moving north. Now they live alongside our grey herons, cormorants and spoonbills, and are gradually being accompanied by cattle and great egrets which have also started to arrive in the UK. My autumn heathland walk has been enriched with all sorts of wildlife despite the illusive osprey, and I have had time and space to contemplate the comings and goings of birds to our island shores. Perhaps the swallows’ departure is not so sad after all. They will leave but others will arrive for the winter. n Dr Susie Curtin (email curtin.susanna@gmail.com)

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Wild yam cure for many ailments by Fiona Chapman THE changing of the seasons is, I think, a bit discombobulating to the body. One minute hot, the next cold and damp. It is impossible to wear the right clothes. I look even more like a witch with my hair like an enormous scouring pad and sadly my joints start to creak a bit in the damp. I am also ravenously hungry and want to be in bed, tucked up and asleep by 9pm. What an exciting life I lead! If we were left to nature, it would be a time when we are thinking of storing fat and preparing to hibernate during the cold winter months. I am now thinking of warm soups and comforting food, log fires and herbs that will help me to keep moving! Dioscorea villosa, is the first herb I ever bought as a tincture. Mainly because my lecturer told me it was as specific for hips.

Otherwise known as wild yam, it seemed to me to be a herb that was beneficial for many ailments, most of which I seemed to be suffering from! It is good for muscular spasms and rheumatism while also aiding indigestion and bloating. Being a root, it is full of nutritional goodness and is rejuvenating and balancing. It is also particularly good for the hormones and not only helps with menopausal symptoms, it is also good for nursing mothers, increasing their milk supply. Not leaving men out, it helps with erectile dysfunction and low sperm count. It nourishes the adrenal gland and is good for the nerves, tiredness and exhaustion, mood swings and depression. It is unsurprising it was the first herb in my dispensary and I personally use it a lot. It is the time to be harvesting

Wild yam is good for muscular spasms and rheumatism while also aiding indigestion and bloating PHOTO: Jan Haerer/ Pixabay

the root herbs such as Burdock or Arctium Lappa, another of my favourite herbs. Again, it is extremely nutritious and in some rather more specialist shops you can find it to buy. Add it to stews and soups to make a slightly sweet and healthy meal. Burdock is particularly good for the liver, helping with detoxification. It also has an affinity with the skin and if

anyone comes to me with problems such as eczema, psoriasis or rashes, it would definitely be one of the first herbs I would consider. It too is good for arthritis, so I swig back both herbs at this time of year to keep me trudging up Hambledon and Shillingstone Hill. n Fiona Chapman is a naturopathic herbalist; email Pellyfiona@gmail.com

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ŠKODA has scooped ten class and category wins in the 2023 Auto Express Driver Used Car Awards – reinforcing its reputation for delivering value and quality to buyers. The Driver Power satisfaction survey, now in its 22nd year, is the biggest of its kind in the UK, with 70,000plus drivers contributing more than 12 million data points for the 2023 edition. The survey allows owners to have their say on a wide range of subjects, from dealers to driving dynamics, and gives potential buyers an insight into what a particular model is like to own. Škoda models appeared at the top of numerous categories, with the Karoq and Superb taking the largest share of wins. The Karoq, named Auto Express Used Car of the Year in 2022, took Gold in the Best Used Mid to Large SUV in this

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The engagement is announced between Scott, only son of Mr & Mrs Christopher Petite, of Saltburn by the Sea, North Yorkshire, and Harriet, middle daughter of Sir David Sutton Bt. of Cheselbourne, Dorset and Ms. Annette Sutton of Charlton Musgrove, Somerset.

9th October 1973, aged 19. Taken from us 50 years ago. Still loved and missed, your brother Steve.

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GOODS VEHICLE OPERATOR’S LICENCE EVENTS CREW LTD of Unit 2 Days Yard, Bow Bridge, Henstridge, Somerset BA8 0TF is applying to change an existing licence as follows. To add an operating centre to keep 15 goods vehicles and 30 trailers at Rawbone Road, Henstridge Airfield Business Park, Templecombe, Somerset, BA8 0TN. 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 Hill Crest 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.

PUBLIC NOTICE LICENSING ACT 2003 Notice is hereby given that Bryanston School and Conference Centre Ltd, Blandford Dorset DT11 0PX has applied to North Dorset District Council for a new Premises Licence in respect of Bryanston Prep School, Durweston, Blandford Dorset DT11 0PY for the sale of alcohol on the premises, the provision of regulated activity and the provision of late-night refreshment between the hours of 12:01am and midnight, Monday to Sunday. Any interested party or responsible authority make representations by emailing: Licensing@dorsetcouncil.gov.uk or writing to Dorset Council, County Hall, Dorchester Dorset DT1 1XJ within 28 days from the date of this notice. Any persons wishing to make representations on this matter shall give notice, in writing, stating the nature and grounds for making such representations to the Licensing Officer at the above address within 10 working days of the date of this notice. Further information is available on the web site http://www.licensing.north-dorset.gov.uk. It is an offence, under section 158 of the Licensing Act 2003, to knowingly or recklessly make a false statement in or in connection with an application and the maximum fine on summary conviction being £5,000.

GOODS VEHICLE OPERATOR’S LICENCE Trading as Wessex Internet Ltd pf The Old Laundry Ranston, Blandford, Dorset, DT11 8PU is applying to change an existing licence as follows. To keep an extra 7 goods vehicles and 0 trailers at the operating centre at Ranston Farm, Ranston, Blandford, Dorset DT11 8PU. Owners or occupiers of land (including buildings) near the operating centre(s) who believe that their use or enjoyments of that land would be affected, should make written representations to the Traffic Commissioner at Hillcrest House, s86 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.

DEATHS

Peacefully on 21st September, aged 81 years. A dearly loved husband, dad, grandad, brother and friend to many. Funeral service will take place at Yeovil Crematorium on Thursday 19th October, at 11:20am.

ELLEN BRINE on 25th September 2023, peacefully in Longbridge Deverill Care Home aged 86 years, of Shaftesbury. Formerly of Melbury Abbas. Much loved mum to Mark, Lorna and Paul and a loving granny to Landry. Funeral service takes place at St James Church, Shaftesbury on Monday 16th October at 11.00am. No flowers please but donations if desired for St Thomas Church, Melbury Abbas may be made online at www.mhfd. co.uk or cheques (made payable to PCC of Melbury Abbas) may be sent to Merefield & Henstridge F/D, Ridgemount, Pitts Lane, West Melbury, Shaftesbury, Dorset SP7 0BU. Tel: 01747 853532

EATON Josephine Patricia (Jo) Peacefully on 25th September 2023 at Eliscombe House Care Home, Higher Holton. Jo aged 78 years, formerly of Sudbury, Suffolk. Beloved wife of the late Richard. Much loved sister of Terry and the late Keith and Peter Stephens. Dearly loved aunt and great aunt. Funeral service at Yeovil Crematorium on Monday 16th October at 12.40pm. No flowers please. Donations if desired, in memory of Jo for Dorset & Somerset Air Ambulance can can be made online at peterjacksonfuneralservices.co.uk or sent c/o Peter Jackson Funeral Services, Mons, High St, Henstridge BA8 0RB Tel. 01963 362570

ROSE Stephen Michael Steve Aged 72 years of Sandford Orcas. On 22nd September 2023, suddenly but peacefully at his home. A much loved partner, dad, grandad, brother, uncle and friend. Funeral service at Sherborne Abbey on Thursday 19th October at 1.p.m. followed by private interment in St Nicholas Churchyard, Sandford Orcas. Family flowers only please, donations in memory of Steve 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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PAMELA COWARD (PAMMY)

Peacefully on the 1st October 2023. Pam aged 75 years of Henstridge. A dearly loved Wife, Mum and Nan. Funeral service at Yeovil Crematorium on Friday, 13th October at 10.40am. Family flowers only please, donations if desired for St. Margaret’s Hospice. C/o Peter Jackson Funeral Services, Mons, High St, Henstridge, BA8 0RB. Tel: 01963 362570.

Passed away on 26th September at home. Dearly loved Wife, Mother and grandmother. A Service of Thanksgiving is to be held on 13th October at 2.30pm at St Michael’s Church in Mere. Family Flowers only but Donations in Pammy’s Memory via Cheque can be made payable to Salisbury Hospice Charity and sent to L C Hill & Son Funeral Directors, Water Street Mere, BA12 6DZ. Donations online can also be made by visiting the website www. lchillandsonfuneraldirectors.co.uk and clicking on the Tributes and Donations link.

PHILIP JOHN PARKER Peacefully on the 2nd October 2023 at Yeovil District Hospital. Phil aged 90 years of Kings Stag, former landlord of The Rose & Crown, Longburton. Dearly loved Dad, Gramps, Great Gramps and friend to many. Funeral service at Yeovil Crematorium on Wednesday, 18th October at 12 noon. Family flowers only please, donations if desired for Yeovil Hospital Charity (Ward 9A) or the Dorset & Somerset Air Ambulance Trust. C/o Peter Jackson Funeral Services, Mons, High Street, Henstridge, BA8 0RB. Tel: 01963 362570

HELEN FRANCES HOOLEY Beloved wife of Paul and Mother of Simon and Ben, passed away at home suddenly and unexpectedly on 19th September. The funeral service will take place at: St. Benedict’s Church, Cemetery Road, Gillingham, Dorset SP8 4AZ at 12 noon on Friday 20th October 2023 Family flowers only please, but donations if desired in Helen’s memory to South Western Ambulance Charity can be made via the tributes and donations page at lchillandsonfuneraldirectors.co.uk Alternatively cheques, made payable to the Charity, can be sent c/o L C Hill and Son, Funeral Directors, Water Street, Mere, Wiltshire BA12 6DZ

HERBERT Joseph Charles (Joe) Aged 79 years of Sherborne. On 25th September 2023, was suddenly but peacefully promoted to glory to be with his Lord and Saviour. A deeply loved husband, father grandfather, brother, uncle and friend. Private cremation. Thanksgiving Service at Yeovil Community Church, The Gateway, Addlewell Lane, Yeovil, Somerset, BA20 1QN at 2.p.m. on Thursday 26th October with refreshments after the service. Dress code: not black, and shorts welcomed: Donations in memory of Joe and being invited for Toybox-Street Children Charity and Christian Solidarity Worldwide. C/O Harold F.Miles, Funeral Director, South Cadbury, BA22 7ES. Telephone (01963) 440367.

GEOFFREY ALLAN MILLER Peacefully on 3rd October 2023. Geoffrey aged 90 years of West Bourton. Thanksgiving Service at St. George’s Church Bourton to celebrate Geoffrey’s life, date to be arranged. Family Flowers only please, donations if desired for The Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance Trust. All enquires to Peter Jackson Funeral Services, Harwood House, Newbury, Gillingham, Dorset, SP8 4QJ Tel. 01747 833757

Aleathea Muspratt (POPPY) Peacefully at home on the 25th of September, aged 88 years. Safe in the arms of Jesus. Beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother and great-great grandmother. Donations to Cancer Research UK

ROBIN CHAFFEY of Winterborne Houghton passed away on 27th September. Dearly loved Husband, Daddy, Son and Brother. A funeral service will be held on Monday 16 October (2.30pm) at Harbour View, Lytchett Minster. Family flowers only, donations if desired for Marie Curie. www.harbourview.co.uk

LESLIE JOSEPH DAVIS On 27th September 2023, passed away peacefully aged 101 years. Partner to Barbara, loving father to Alan, grandfather to Ashley and Amelia and great grandfather to River. He will be greatly missed by all family and friends. Funeral service takes place at Salisbury Crematorium on Thursday 19th October at 11.00am. No flowers please, but donations if desired for Prostate Cancer UK 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

JANET HAYES Of Gillingham, sadly passed away on 3rd October 2023 aged 82 years. A dearly loved Wife, Mum, Nan and Great Gran who will be deeply missed by all family and friends. Funeral service to be held at Gillingham Methodist Church on Wednesday, 1st November at 11am. Family flowers only please, donations if desired for Alzheimer’s Society. C/o Peter Jackson Funeral Services, Harwood House, Newbury, Gillingham, SP8 4QJ. Tel: 01747 833757

KEN BRAZIER Passed away at home on 23rd September. All welcome at Yeovil Crematorium on the 20th October at 10am and to celebrate his life afterwards. Donations to https://clarencelking.wixsite.com/ken-brazier

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GILLIAN JOY MARTIN On the 29th September 2023 aged 79 years old of Six Penny Handley. Much missed by family and friends.

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Passed away at home 6th October aged 94 Much loved Mum, Grandmother, Great Grandmother, Great Great Grandmother Service at St. Michael’s Church, Mere, to be arranged. Family flowers only. For funeral details and donations if desired, for Cancer Research UK, direct to L C Hill & Son Funeral Directors, Water Street, Mere, BA12 6DZ Tel: 01747 860361

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It is with great sadness the family announce the death of beloved Mother, Grandmother, and widow of the late Eric Chaplin. She died peacefully in Salisbury hospital at age 84. Funeral to be held on the 20th October 2023 11:00 at Salisbury Crematorium, wake to follow. Collection to Salisbury hospice care, for which she was a longtime supporter, via just giving or by charitable donation.

BRAYSHAW Yvonne Marie Aged 88 years of Bruton. On 29th September 2023, peacefully at Cary Brook, Castle Cary. A much loved mother, grandmother, great grandmother, aunt and friend. Funeral Service at St Mary the Virgin Church, Bruton on Wednesday 1st November at 2.p.m. followed by private interment in the cemetery. Family flowers only please, donations in memory of Yvonna are being invited for Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance. C/O Harold F.Miles, Funeral Director, South Cadbury, BA22 7ES. Telephone. (01963) 440367.

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FREDERICK JAMES CLARKSON ‘Fred’ Sadly passed away on 2nd October 2023. Fred aged 74 years of Stalbridge. A dearly loved Husband, Dad, Grandad and Brother. Private funeral service. Donations if desired for the Dorset & Somerset Air Ambulance Trust. C/o Peter Jackson Funeral Services, Mons, High St, Henstridge, BA8 0RB. Tel: 01963 362570

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⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ WE WANT YOU! Recruitment BLANDFORD FORUM ALMSHOUSE CHARITY VACANT ONE BEDROOMED newly refurbished FIRST FLOOR FLAT at our Barnes Homes site

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Trustees are looking to appoint a single person or couple (aged 50+) who is/are of good character and have strong links with Blandford or immediate area. Applicants must be of limited income and be non-smokers. No pets are allowed. There is no parking on site.

The Blackmore Vale Ltd are looking for an experienced Sales Executive to join our team.

Initial enquiries may be made by calling the Chairman of Trustees on 07990 894250.

You’ll need to be target driven.

Trustees look forward to receiving your written enquiry giving details of your current residency, personal circumstances, and reasons for applying to: The Clerk, Blandford Forum Almshouse Charity, Barnes Homes, Salisbury Road, Blandford Forum, Dorset. DT11 7HU. clerkbfc@googlemail.com Closing date 3rd November 2023

Have a proven record of sales. Have the ability to work independently sourcing your own leads, through competitive media, online and social media. An understanding of both print and digital advertising. The personality to build a strong customer base. Your own transport is a must with mileage paid.

This is a full time role. The Spread Eagle Inn at Stourhead 01747 840 587

We Are Hiring! Enthusiastic team players to become part of our hardworking team.

Part Time Bar Staff / Front of House Chefs of all positions • Good rates of pay plus tips • A fun and welcoming team • Working on the Stourhead Estate at one of the National Trust’s most visited gardens • Staff discounts • Permanent positions

01747 840 587 enquiries@spreadeagleinn.com www.spreadeagleinn.com Spread Eagle Inn, Church Lawn, Stourton, Warminster, Wilts, BA12 6QE

You’ll be joining a friendly, supported team, where you’ll be selling across a range of regional magazine titles. We DON’T do hard sell, these are local magazines, supporting local communities, success is key, but we’re also building a reputation we’re proud of. We DO recognise and reward success especially team members who exceed their targets. You will live in Dorset, Somerset or Wiltshire. This is a hybrid role from home and out and about in your local area.

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GARDEN HELP NEEDED. We are looking for help for two days a week with general garden maintenance. Mowing, Strimming, Hedge Trimming etc. in Stour Provost. Tel: 07836 626053

TRUSTEES NEEDED FOR SMALL INDEPENDENT CHARITY IN STURMINSTER NEWTON Age Concern North Dorset has been supporting the town of Sturminster Newton and the surrounding villages since 1991. We now need to expand our volunteer trustee team to ensure we can continue to provide our invaluable services. If you would like to support your local area and can spare a few hours a month and would be willing to attend 6 meeting throughout the year we would love to hear from you. Trustee training is available if required. For more information please call 01258 475582 or e-mail us info@acnorthdorset.org.uk or call in and see us!

GREAT OPPORTUNITY! Head Coach required for North Dorset Turbos Swimming Club, Gillingham. Contact chairpersonndt@gmail.com to find out more.

PART TIME PSV DRIVERS required for Blandford and surrounding area, very good rate of pay. School times only driving minibuses. call Ross 07968 550075

QUALIFIED MECHANIC/TECHNICIAN REQUIRED for busy Sherborne garage. MOT tester an advantage. Includes all levels of technical work from servicing to engine work and diagnostics, working with a small team. Good rate of pay. Apply telephone 01935 812720 or email bristolroadgarage@gmail.com

HGV Technician CHILD OKEFORD BLANDFORD FORUM DORSET DT11 8HN

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Come and join our staff body at our vibrant and happy prep school for girls (aged 7-13) set in the beautiful Dorset countryside:

HOUSEPARENT The role of Houseparent at Hanford holds a uniquely important position of trust and influence in the Boarding House. The successful candidate will have the ability to lead, motivate, support and understand the pupils in their care and will have overall responsibility for the functioning and orderly running of the House. They will be the first point of contact for boarders’ parents and guardians and will have excellent communication skills.

We have a vacancy for a skilled & experienced HGV Technician to join our friendly team at our modern well-equipped workshop in Kilmington, Wiltshire. This is a full-time permanent position and is a great opportunity to work for a forward-thinking company that looks after their employees and offers a competitive salary, designed to exceed the local industry standard for the right candidate. Further information please visit our website:

https://ardiesels.co.uk/vacancies if interested, please telephone Andrew Reeves on 01985 844994 or 07966244536 and/or email your CV to andrew@ardiesels.co.uk

The successful applicant will be required to work weekends and evenings as required and have significant overnight responsibility. Accommodation will be provided. To start in January 2024.

RESIDENT MATRON We are seeking a caring and empathetic resident Matron with strong inter-personal skills and a can-do attitude, who will be an excellent role model for our pupils. The successful candidate will make a significant contribution to the pastoral welfare of the pupils and will have the capacity to support and understand young people in all aspects of their development, especially their emotional, academic and pastoral needs. They will expect and embody high standards of behaviour, courtesy and care. The successful applicant will be required to work weekends and evenings as required and have significant overnight responsibility. Accommodation will be provided. To start as soon as possible.

TEACHER OF FRENCH We are seeking an exceptional candidate to teach French to our girls (aged 7-13). Hanford School has an excellent academic record, and the girls sit common entrance and scholarships to top independent senior schools. To start in April 2024 or sooner.

CLEANER To work as part of our team, carrying out a variety of cleaning functions. A great opportunity for an enthusiastic and helpful person, training will be given. Core hours are approximately 25 hours per week (by arrangement) term time only, to include weekdays plus Saturday mornings. To start January 2024. To learn more about these opportunities please call the School Office on 01258 860219 or visit our website: www.hanfordschool.co.uk Application deadline: Monday, 6 November 2023 office@hanfordschool.co.uk th

Hanford is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. These posts are all subject to enhanced DBS checks. Hanford School is part of Sherborne Girls’ School. Charity Number 307427 & Company Number 00306828

Portmore Electrical Limited are looking to recruit 18th Edi�on Qualified Electricians to join our family business. All aspects of electrical installa�ons undertaken in the Domes�c, Agricultural, Industrial and Commercial sectors. The successful applicants will have good communica�on skills, be able to work using own ini�a�ve and to �ght deadlines, confident in working independently and as part of a team where necessary. Candidates must hold ECS Gold Cards, C&G 2391 test and inspect qualifica�ons or equivalent and a full clean driving licence. Hourly rate nego�able between £17.50 - £21.00 per hour, depending on experience and qualifica�ons. Benefits Include: Company Vehicle (business use only), Uniform, Telephone, iPad, Company Work Place Pension and 30 Days Annual Leave. Full-�me, Permanent Posi�ons. Please send CV’s to admin@portmoreelectrical.co.uk or call 01258 458794 for an informal chat.

New Blackmore Vale, October 13, 2023 TRACTOR DRIVER WANTED on dairy farm. Full-time or part-time. Sturminster. 01258 472050 AGINCARE ARE CURRENTLY RECRUITING FOR SUPPORT WORKERS to help young adults with learning disabilities at our new service in Dorchester. Previous experience is not required. For more information contact 08000 588 515

PICKER & PACKER NEEDED Local broth company in Shillingstone. 2 hours per day, 5 days a week Email info@boilandbroth.com DAIRY FARM GFW/ YARDSPERSON REQUIRED near Sturminster Newton. Up to 5 days per week, flexible days. Good rate of pay. 07944 392177

Recruitment ATALIAN SERVEST HAVE A VACANCY FOR MORNING CLEANER at Sigma Aldrich, Gillingham. Start time 08:00 until 11:00. Monday - Friday. £10.42hr. For more information contact Mark Smith, site manager: 07468 693240 MERRYMEET KENNELS LATTIFORD We are looking for part time staff to work some weekday mornings Days and hours are negotiable Rate of pay is £11 per hour Must have own transport 01963 32104 merrymeet.kennels@ btinternet.com

Port Regis is a delightful preparatory school, for day and boarding children aged 2-13, in Shaftesbury, Dorset. We are seeking to recruit to the following roles:

PERMANENT GARDENER required for small garden maintenance firm based Tarrant Rushton. Experience preferred. 01258 459582 LEISURE CONTROLS INTERNATIONAL ARE LOOKING FOR AN ASSEMBLY WORKER to join a small family run company in Blandford. Applicants will need to have good dexterity and hand eye coordination. Full training will be given. 24 hours per week flexible to suit your requirements. Call 01258 455393 for more information or to apply

Pipefix

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EYFS ASSISTANTS RECEPTIONIST/SECRETARY The successful candidates can expect competitive rates of pay and benefits; and to join an exceptional working environment and staff team. For full details of the roles and application procedure, please visit our website portregis.com/vacancies Early applications encouraged Port Regis (Charity No: 306218) is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced DBS and safer recruitment vetting checks.

Successful water services company operating in the south-west of UK seeks enthusiastic, hardworking & reliable individuals to undertake leak detection work, groundworks, excavations work on the delivery of water and sewerage services. Experience in water, drainage & groundworks essential, but water industry related training can be provided.

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With cv, highlighting ability and experience, or for more information Pipefix Limited, Unit 3A, Mellstock Farm, Cuckoo Lane, Higher Bockhampton, Dorchester, DT2 8QJ

GILLINGHAM SCHOOL, DORSET

Hardings Lane, Gillingham, Dorset, SP8 4QP https://www.gillingham-dorset.co.uk 11-19 Mixed Comprehensive - 1,760 on roll including 370 in the Sixth Form

FINANCE ASSISTANT 30 hours a week

We are seeking to recruit a Finance Assistant who will be working within our friendly and efficient team. The position will be five days per week, term time only plus inset days and 2 weeks working during the school holidays. This is an exciting opportunity for somebody who has recently left further education or an individual who is seeking a new career path in finance. Training will be given and continued professional development will be encouraged and supported to further your skills and knowledge. The ideal candidate would be personable and confident in communicating with others, be organised and thus able to work to deadlines. If you are good with numbers, and are computer literate with basic spreadsheet experience, motivated and have the enthusiasm to learn the varied aspects of school finances then this is the job for you. Gillingham is an ambitious, popular school which offers excellent resources, outstanding facilities and a happy working environment.

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Closing date 20 October 2023. Please apply online via the school web-site (https://www.gillingham-dorset.co.uk). We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and will require the disclosure of any criminal convictions. Gillingham School will conduct online searches of shortlisted candidates. This check will be part of a safeguarding check and the search will purely be based on whether an individual is suitable to work with children. As care must be taken to avoid unconscious bias and any risk of discrimination a person who will not be on the appointment panel will conduct the search and will only share information if and when findings are relevant and of concern. We look forward to receiving an application form from you.

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PART-TIME VACANCY IN DAIRY FARMING ENVIRONMENT

Landscape Labourers 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

National Milk Records plc is looking for enthusiastic people to become part-time, self-employed Milk Recorders and Samplers visiting dairy farms in the Wareham, Dorchester & Sturminster Newton areas. The work involves taking individual cow milk samples and updating computerized records. Hours will vary (includes early mornings and afternoons) and amount of work can be tailored to the individual. Own transport is essential. Perfect work if you enjoy the outdoor life. Please contact: fionabl@nmrp.com or juliapy@nmrp.com for more details. Closing date: 30/10/2023

Boarding and Day Prep and Pre-Prep School

Cleaner/Domestic Assistant Required for Immediate Start Full Time or Part Time. Term time only. We seek a cheerful, energetic and hardworking individual to be part of the School’s cleaning team. Meals are provided during working hours. For further details, please contact: Rupert Burnell-Nugent, Sandroyd, Rushmore, Tollard Royal, Nr Salisbury, SP5 5QD bursar@sandroyd.com www.sandroyd.org 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 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.

JOB VACANCY PRINT FINISHER Do you have experience in the printing or mailing industry? If so, we may have the perfect opportunity for you! We are currently seeking a Print Finisher to join our team. Reporting to the Shop Supervisor and working in the production department, you will be responsible for operating mailing machines and finishing equipment. The successful candidate will be someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, has good attention to detail and can meet tight deadlines.

The ideal candidate will be someone with: • Mechanical aptitude • Computer literacy • Keen attention to detail

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CLASSIFIED ADS STIHL BGA56 LEAF BLOWER, BATTERY, manual Excellent condition £125 07711 270 762

4 DIMPLEX QUANTUM STORAGE HEATERS. Excellent condition. £650. Tel No 07596 193555

ORIGINAL VICTORIAN CAST IRON LAMPPOST 01963 363564 £250ono

LEAF GROW BABY CHAIR £75 (New price £250). 07588 053555

2 UPRIGHT PIANOS £20 EACH. Collect from Wincanton. Contact John 01963 34065 or email transport@armishaws.com KEMBLE UPRIGHT PIANO, H,100cm. W,114 cm. D,60cm. Good condition, £500 ono. 07544 055877. Nr Bruton. buyer collects.

MIELE STEAM OVEN. Integrated. As new. £295 07588 053555

2 COT MATTRESSES 60 120 15cms £15. 56 115 10cms £10 Hardly used. 01258 454607

3in1 BLACK AND DECKER 5 TREAD LADDER. 4 tread safety ladder £10 each 01258 450233 KENWOOD MIXER and all attachments boxed £25 01258 451375 G PLAN DINING TABLE and six chairs. £40. 01747 841206 GUINEA PIG HUT & RUN repainted, bowl, water feeder, & 10kg bag of unopened feed. £25 07871 435446

FREE GOGO MOBILITY SCOOTER. Not working, needs repair. 01963 31098

WOOD AND MULTI-FUEL STOVES, new and exdisplay bargains, Wessex Woodburners 01747 853110

SOFA FOR SALE £40. Please call 01963 210511

BRAND NEW JOULES LADIES BOOTS. H 10”, yellow, decorated with bees. Size 4. £24. 01963 23412 BRAND NEW LADIES FITNESS GLOVES with adjustable weights £10. Fitness power hoop with weights, as new. £10. 07801 853312 JIGSAW PUZZLES: 16 x 300 large piece: all complete: suitable Elderly & Dementia patients £50 the lot. 01747 812071

45CM LED ACRYLIC PENGUIN. Still in box. £25. Tel: 01935 814404 QUANTITY OF 1000 PIECE PUZZLES - Wasgij, Ravensburger, Gibsons, £5:00 each (or offers) - in very good condition, some “as new”. 01935 817337 PUZZLES COMPLETE 1000. Gibson, Raven and Wasgij. £2.50 each. 01747 851296. Phone evenings only please. VEHICLE JACK HEAVY DUTY STEEL scissor action, long reach handle £10; 07774-628-641 TACKROOM CLEARANCE, rugs (new and used) bridles, feed bowls, saddles etc. prices from £5 to around £40 or near offers. Please call 07818-345464 ROUND OAK EFFECT KITCHEN table & 4 chairs. 90cm diameter. £45. Buyer collects. Tel : 01963 23922 BOYS RALEIGH BICYCLE, as new, suit 6years or older , bargain, first to see will buy. £20. Tel 01747 822422 WOODEN APEX SHED. 8 and a half ft x 8ft. Needs half a new roof. Buyer dismantles and collects. £49. 01258 473836 TOY FARMYARD £10 Smart play baby mat £15. Tel: 07588 053555 BRAND NEW REAR TRAIL/DUAL SPORT TYRE FOR SALE, CST C858 4.10-18 59p £50. 07836 263151

MAGIMIX COMPACT 3200. Recipe Book and accessories. £30. 01747 228068

VICEROY HORIZONTAL EDGE TOOL grinder. £50. 07749 884679

VINTAGE COMMODE CHAIR, HARDWOOD, 100cm H x 53cm W x 45cm D, suitable for painting. £20. Tel. 01935 814039

6 ACTION MAN, F1 CAR, husky dog, 1 villain, Jar Jar Binks, Stingray submarine + 5 characters. £35 ONO – 07936 107031

SONY SUBWOOFER AND SOUND BAR for TV home theatre system. £50. Tel 01963 362041

7ft TALL GREEN PATIO HEATER COVER. Hardly used. Excellent condition. £10. 07801 479155 evenings.

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LADIES BICYCLE, Giant 6061ALUXX. 18 Gears, new inner tube. £35 Tel 0758 214 0884

OLD BOOKS BOUGHT. Will call by appointment entirely without obligation. Bristow & Garland 07392 602014

NEPTUNE BATH LIFT Recharable battery operated bath lift, good condition, clean & tidy, Max weight 160kg. £50 Wincanton. 07977 925240

STAMPS & COINS wanted by collector/ investor. I am very keen to purchase large or small collections at this time. Tel Rod 01308 863790 or 07802 261339

LADY’S RALEIGH MOUNTAIN BIKE. Good working order. £50. 01747 812656

GUNS WANTED FOR CASH

ELECTRIC HEDGE TRIMMER nearly new £50 Tel: 01963 240490 after 6pm 1960’s ANGLE POISE DESK LAMP, cast metal, spring working £50. 01258 818219

TRIAL FM ARIEL, four element, long distance FM, like new. (Never used outside) £10. 01963 319751. Gillingham

GENTLEMAN’S BIKE - Falcon interceptor 23” frame. 16 speed shimano gear. £20. 07836 329441 Dinton

SOS to all air rifles and pistols, any make or model, any condition. We collect in any area. Top prices paid in cash.

CHIMNEY SWEEPING RODS, set of 10 Bamboo 3ft rods with 3/4inch brass connections. in good condition £20. Tel: 07891 987809

ALSO GUNS FOR SALE

SMALL QUANTITY OF AVIATION MAGAZINES and air show programmes 1950s onwards - free to anyone interested. 07555 797154 or 01747 853297

CAST IRON GARDEN SEAT with new wooden slats. Good condition. £50. 07376 242931

16FT CATERING TRAILER £5,500. For details phone 01963 824114

OLD PINE CUPBOARD with shelf Width 87m, Depth 51m, Height 60m £45. 01935-817697

6ft ACROW PROPS £25 each – 01747 840835

PORTMERION BOTANIC GARDEN TEAPOT. Cream jug and sugar bowl £50. 01963-251477 /07855-175357

UNUSED SHOWHOME KING SIZE Fire resistant bed base only Collection only from Yeovil £50 Another similar available 07799 012260

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DINNER JACKET AND TROUSERS with dress shirt. Worn twice. 48” chest, 44” waist, 31” long, washable. £50. 07967 984488

VIOLIN FOR SALE – MODERN – WITH CASE £15 Four HARMONICAS in Boxes £6 each - TEL 07879 880 250

OAK, GRANITE WORKTOPS. Excellent condition. £950 07588 053555

WOODWORK MACHINERY FOR SALE. Sedgwick bench saw 4hp 5” cut with sliding table £1,200 Startrite,planer, 12x9 with 3 blade cutting block.£850 Minimax, S45 bandsaw , £725 Paoloni T112 spindle moulder, with power feed £925 Multico single end tenoner, TM3 with new blocks, £830 Sedgewick SM3 spindle moulder, with sliding table and power feed, £850 Morso Mitre guillotine with new blades. £680 Woodwise Mortiser with spare chisels,£650 Large dust extractor £180 3 portable dust extractors £100 each. Heavy machines , buyer collects. DT10 1HB. Tel 07581 896834

MITOX LONG REACH HEDGE TRIMMER. 2stroke. Full working order £40. Pair car ramps £15. 01935 891311

MORPHY RICHARDS CLARITY SOUPMAKER, model 501050. Brand new. £50 Tel: 07851 408667

07970 742471

WOOD AND METAL LATHES, 9” PLANER, stone cropper on wheels. For renovation. Some rust. £50-£100. 07749 884679

WHEELCHAIR POWER PACK, ELITE CARE .Hardly used, 1year old £200 Ono 01935 814193

LARGE LABELLED BELLS WHISKEY bottle 20” tall. Very good condition. £17 07415 345418 Near Sherborne

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OLD CREAMERY TRIPLE SECTION PINE WARDROBE with top box. G/C £100. 01963 220028

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Six of the best for Rockies by Avril Lancaster Velocity Wessex League Premier Division Shaftesbury ) Fareham Town 1 SHAFTESBURY hit six again with Brett Pitman scoring four, including two from the penalty spot, and Greg Peel bagging another quick brace. The victory made it six consecutive wins, including the 3-1 Velocity Wessex League Cup win at Lymington Town. Once again Luke Holmes

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was the creator as the Rockies ran riot in a 20-minute spell with Callum Sweeney, Louis Kellaway and Steve Devlin once again engineering things in the middle. An injury to Cameron Beard meant George Bennett had the chance to start once again and he put in a quality performance, along with Ash Wells at the back. Fareham played some good

Sophie bags golds at county meet by Alan Morris WINCANTON Swimming Club entered 19 swimmers in the Somerset ASA County Development Meet at Millfield School in Street. The swimmers achieved 42 personal best times. Sophie Johnson won two gold medals in the 50m and 100m breaststroke; Billy Barnett, Tom Couzens and Ralph Marston won silver medals in the 100m breaststroke, 50m fly and the

SWIMMING 50m breaststroke respectively; and Noah Abercrombie, Tabitha Bayliss, Toby Carey and Isabelle Johnson (two) won bronze medals in the 50m freestyle, 100m backstroke, 200m freestyle, 50m breaststroke and 50m freestyle respectively. Other team members who achieved personal best times were Alice Appleby, Seely Clifford, Lily Hacker, Libby

stuff and had a few chances with Sam Kessack hitting the post and they had an effort cleared off the line. The Rockies were 4-0 up at half time, and Pitman made it five with his second penalty, before Joe Merrett reduced arrears with a pearler. Pitman’s second penalty finished the scoring, although it was a surprise it was given. Shane Murphy made two late stops from Joe Ryan and Cowhen Whittaker. Raynes, Daisy Read, Maisy Unsworth, Lola Wilmot, Emma Wilson and Lois Wilson. Club training sessions continue at Wincanton Leisure Centre on Thursday and Sunday evenings. by Darren White STORM Swim Fit & Multisport Swimming Club are celebrating a successful summer. Swimmers have achieved their general fitness goals and Duke of Edinburgh Bronze and Silver awards, and the club’s multi-sport swimmers successfully competed in local, regional, national and

Ash Wells blocks Fareham Town striker Sam Kessack at Cockrams

European triathlon and pentathlon events, including individual and relay team medals. For any swimmer looking to take their swimming to the next level, get competitive or just get back in the pool, the club are based at the Leweston School Pool near Sherborne. There are split ability lanes for general fitness and DofE Award swimming, in a relaxed and friendly environment, and competitive lanes for multisport athletes who want to improve their swimming technique, speed and endurance. Free trial taster sessions take place throughout October.

Blind players impress sighted opponents PLAYERS from Sherborne Golf Club have hosted the Blind Golfers Association in a friendly match, the BGA members travelling from across the country with their guides to play. Blind golf sees the visually impaired player team up with a sighted guide or caddy and follow the same rules all golfers follow with a few minor adjustments. The player, once set up, gets comfortable and makes the swing or putt just like any other golfer. The guide is the player’s eyes, describing how the ball is sitting, the distance to the hole,

GOLF hazards and direction, and line up the player and the club. Once the ball is hit they describe how the ball flies and the result. On the putting surface they assist the player to line up the putt. Sherborne’s players were impressed with their opponents’ ball striking, distance control and accuracy. Club captain Iain McVie spoke for everyone at the club when he said how humbling it had been to play against golfers who, though physically disadvantaged, showed the

same determination and passion for the game as those without physical impairment. It was the first time Sherborne Golf Club had hosted such an event, and the club were delighted to receive

generous feedback from the BGA players. Talks are already under way to make this a regular event. To learn more about the BGA on visit its website, ewblindgolf. co.uk

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Callum Dicks with the juniors and coaches of DDAS Juniors

England ace teaches juniors JUNIORS in Dorchester & District Angling Society learned from a top angler when Callum Dicks led a coaching day at Whitemoor Lakes, near Wimborne. The former world junior champion and senior England international took a session on Chester’s Lake, a small wellstocked lake perfect for the nine juniors to learn on. Callum talked about the different baits he would use and how important it was to use them correctly.

ANGLING He spoke in detail about his rigs, his equipment and how to set it all up efficiently. The juniors received expert advice while they put it all into practice and it was clear they learned lots from the experience. For more information about DDAS Juniors email juniors. sec@d-das.com. For fishery information search for Whitemoor Lakes on Facebook.

Steward on target by Andrew Wallace Clune North Dorset 1st XV 18 Walcot 1st XV 16 Round 5 Southern Counties South Bridport 11 NDRFC 2nd XV 42 Round 2 Dorset & Wilts 1 South NORTH Dorset 1st XV found a get out of goal free card in the boot of Tom Steward in their victory over Walcot. Steward kicked six penalty goals that kept North in the match, while strong defence from Will Willoughby, Tom Hooper, Charlie Lacey, Oli Davies and Ryan Boardwell kept the visitors from inflicting more damage on the scoreboard.

STURMINSTER and Hinton Angling Association’s annual charity match in support of Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance saw 57 anglers take part. Conditions were good for fishing, with little flow and still some colour in the water, although there was a blustery wind. The six individual prizes were extended to seven due to a tie for sixth between Mark Harper and John Taylor on 9lb 6oz. The winner, Ian Dunlop, managed to total 15lbs 2ozs. He was pegged halfway along the field upstream of the old railway bridge and had two big bream, skimmers, perch and roach to back them up. His tactic was fishing worm and caster over groundbait. Second, with 12lb 4oz, was John Moody, who was on a favoured peg, the first one above the island at Durrant. He also caught two big bream with a similar back up to the winner. Simon Dennis was third with 10lb 13oz from the upstream

ANGLING end of Durrant where he found three ‘biggish’ skimmers and good perch, rudd and roach on the long pole line. Again the tactic was worm over groundbait. Fourth was Nicky Collins with 10lb 1oz. He bucked the bonus fish trend and caught mainly roach on caster from the downstream end of Big Ham at Hamgate farm. Dean Walters was pegged in the same area and was fifth with 9lb 8oz. Mark Harper was pegged at Little Ham and John Taylor was in the downstream field at Upper Colber. John had a 5lb chub in his bag and lost four others which were also large fish. He fished hemp and caster, loose feeding to hook his fish mid-water. SHAA raised £1,700 for the air ambulance and would like to thank all the anglers who contributed; Sonubaits, which continues to sponsor the event; and the farmers and owners who made access easier for all those taking part.

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RUGBY Oliver Barge debuted for the First XV and had a strong game off the bench. Boardwell was man of the match. The 2nd XV travelled to Bridport and had a successful afternoon. Tom Judd, Fyn Watch, Lewis Munster and Harry Phipps scored tries while Badgers captain Gavin Weeks picked up two. Judd added six conversions for a personal tally of 17 points. Ben Stokes made his return felt with a man of the match performance while Tom Rose, Kenton Ward Matt Whelan all had big games.

‘Little devils’ on captain’s day by Rebecca Thompson TO celebrate Jen Warmington’s year as Lady Captain of Wheathill Golf Club, ‘little devils’ took to the course at Wheathill to participate in Lady Captain’s Day. Participants carried six clubs, could score double points on six of their chosen holes and six ‘naughty’ shots to help boost their score. Lynn O’Neill took full advantage of all the extras to win the day with a magnificent score of 60 points. The golf was followed by more fun and games in the clubhouse and a sumptuous two-course carvery prepared by the kitchen.

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Anal gland issues: Causes and symptoms by Lynn Broom Longmead Veterinary Practice ANAL glands sadly feature frequently in most days of your average small animal vets life. They are part of what makes our job so glamorous! They can be implicated as a cause of a surprising variety of symptoms. Anal glands are two spherical scent gland sacs which sit just inside the anus of dogs and cats. They secrete a brown, watery and very smelly fluid, and this is normally released during defecation by the pressure of the faeces on the glands. This process is fraught with possible problems. Any change in the consistency of the faeces can lead to lack of emptying, the sacs continue to secrete fluid and they gradually get more full. Over time the body reabsorbs some of the water and the contents become thicker and drier. This area of the body has a lot of bacteria and the full

glands are then at risk of becoming infected, which can progress on to causing an anal gland abscess, a rapidly developing painful swelling on one side of the anus, and these frequently burst out through the skin. Causes of failure of emptying include diarrhoea. This reduces pressure on the glands, stops emptying and, even following a short period of diarrhoea, they can become blocked and may not resume emptying after the faecal consistency returns to normal. Constipation or lack of fibre can lead to smaller harder faeces or less frequent defecation, leading to reduced emptying and increased risk of blockage. Conformation – position of the glands relative to the anus – can affect emptying. Certain breeds and even individuals within other breeds can have abnormal positioning of the glands, making them prone to

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MID DORSET BRANCH CATS PROTECTION Cats looking for new homes

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n Harry (four months). Needs a patient home to help him come out of his shell

n Izzy (five months). Gorgeous very sweetnatured girl

n Hugo (four months). Very sweet and friendly once he gets to know you

n Widget (four months). Looking for a home with no other cats. Would like to home with his brother Winston

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Highland cows in a patch of heaven by Tria Stebbing WHERE does the time go? It seems to increase its speed as we get older. This week I realised that the New Blackmore Vale has been on our shelves for three years now and that I have managed to write about a field, some sheep, a hedgerow and a pond for all that time. We are about to venture out to pastures new, no pun intended, and with that in mind took ourselves to deepest Dorset last weekend to visit a famous fold of Highland cattle. A beautiful drive across the hills brought us to Eggardon Hill, a prehistoric hillfort on chalk uplands four miles east of Bridport. It stands 825 feet above the sea and the views are incredible. It is also well known for a horrific attack on a Highland Cow called Gladis – she was chased by a dog off its lead and subsequently fell more than 30ft down an embankment on the hill. She died just days from calving, the event’s impact still clearly felt by Cameron and his team.

The sun was warm, the view was simply stunning and butterflies were in abundance as we walked the rutted path to meet the fold. On approaching the National Trust gate, we were reminded about Gladis, as her picture greets walkers with a firm reminder to keep dogs on a lead. A steep hill taken in giant strides took us to an amazing view – and a lot of Highland cows. Each clearly has its own unique look and personality, some happy for you to approach, some more content to chew the cud and watch you instead. I had no idea there were so many variations in colour, size and conformation. The calves looked on with interest at the humans visiting their patch of heaven, keeping close to their mothers for reassurance and sustenance. Mindfulness comes naturally when you are graced by such beauty, and it was easy to feel the calm and peace among the fold on their beautiful hill. We came away with a plan to

increase the size of our own herd by buying a cow with a calf at foot, which changes our plans again regarding lambing, because now it may be possible to fit it all in after all. Tomorrow, we have someone coming out to check Humphrey’s credentials. Yes, the ram from Luton is being hired out to the ladies to do ‘his thing’ and keep the pedigree bloodlines going for another farming year. I hope he behaves himself – his face changes in the autumn, his refined ram look takes on definition, it must be in preparation for all of those

ladies. King looks likely to return to the care farm for his own ‘party in the paddock’ – he threw some cracking lambs, leaving Hero the castrated teaser ram still confused by his purpose. All of these movements and purchases will keep me very busy keeping up with the paperwork and TB testing as the evenings close in. So excited by this next chapter. n For more information on Gladis’ law go to www.gladislaw.com and sign her petition to get dogs on a lead ‘whenever livestock is present’.

A DISUSED Somerset railway bridge that has become a notorious fly-tipping spot is set to get a new lease of life. Cycling and walking charity Greenways and Cycleroutes Ltd have joined forces with National Highways in a bid to see the bridge, at Ridge Road in Shepton Mallet, used to support a new active travel route for cyclists, walkers and those in wheelchairs and mobility scooters. Stump Cross Bridge carries Ridge Road over the disused

Cheddar Valley railway line, which was closed in 1963. It had fallen into disrepair, with its three arches each partially filled by local landowners. The location had also become a hot spot for dumping rubbish. Since taking over custodianship of the structure in 2013, National Highways has cleared up the site and undertaken works to the bridge to ensure safe load carrying, as well as installing a bat hotel beside one of the bridge’s spans. Greenways and Cycleroutes has been working with the former Mendip Council, now Somerset Council, to construct a number of missing sections along the planned 32-mile greenway and active travel route, from Clevedon Pier to

Shepton Mallet. Priority is being given to completing the five-mile Wells and Shepton Mallet section, which will bypass heavily trafficked roads and hilly terrain. Making a safe crossing of Ridge Road is central to realising this section. Hélène Rossiter, head of the historical railways estate at National Highways, said: “We are really excited about Greenways and Cycleroutes aspirations for this site and are working closely with them to support their plans for another one of our structures to connect with the popular Strawberry Line. “We look after more than 3,100 historical railway structures across the UK and

this is a great opportunity to bring one of them back into use. “We know there is strong community support for repurposing Stump Cross Bridge and we’ve taken this on board as part of our plans. “As ever there are challenges to overcome but by working together we can maximise our chances of success.” A spokesperson for Greenways and Cycleroutes said: “We are delighted to be working with National Highways to link the routes that we have negotiated either side of this busy road to create a memorable greenway and wheelchair friendly route.” The intention is for the route to go through one of the bridge’s three spans.

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Strong bidding for farm machinery IT seemed the world and his wife descended on Preston Farm near Blandford for the dispersal sale of farm machinery and effects on behalf of The Harding Farming Partnership. Partner and auctioneer Greg Ridout, of Symonds & Sampson, was encouraged by the strong prices achieved. He said: “The Hardings had farmed the land since 1938 so it was a poignant moment when we sold the farm in September. “Having been in the area for so long there was terrific local support at the sale, but buyers also came from all parts of the south while bidders from as far away as Ireland took advantage of the online bidding platform to push prices up. “At one point, over 500 people were following the sale online, and one dealer remarked that he had never in his life seen so many people at a farm sale anywhere in the country. “It was a great occasion and

The dispersal sale of farm machinery and effects on behalf of The Harding Farming Partnership attracted strong interest

luckily rain the day before prevented some farmers from working their land, so where better to come than a Symonds & Sampson farm sale.” Partner Will Wallis, who acted for the family when the farm was sold, added: “This was the most significant holding to be marketed this year and we attracted strong interest from all parts of the south of England and Midlands. “We divided the farm into nine lots because there were

cottages, and various parcels of outlying land, and received a significant number of bids for different permutations. “Some local buyers secured part of the farm but the main acreages were sold to a family from outside the area and we look forward to welcoming them to Dorset soon.” Notable prices: n £96,000 2018 Bateman RB35 30m Self Propelled Sprayer n £94,000 2022 Valtra T235 Unlimited n £67,500 2011 New Holland CR9080 Combine with 35’ Varifeed Header n £65,500 2012 Claas Lexion

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Telephone: 01278 410250. Email: Telephone: 01278 410250. Email: livestock@gth.net SEDGEMOOR AUCTION CENTRE SEDGEMOOR AUCTION CENTRE NORTH PETHERTON, SOMERSET, SOMERSET, TA6 (M5, J24) NORTH PETHERTON, TA66DF 6DF (M5, J24) th Tuesday 10 November at at 10.30am with the Heifer Calves Further details www.gth.net The November Collective Dairy Sale of 305 DAIRY CATTLE n 87 Freshly Calved Cows & Heifers from Beneknowle, Bettiscombe (x14) Birchwood (x18 Dispersal) Clevian, Dinnaton, Dorset (x11) OCT Hinton, Huntlodge, Lilylane, Peacehay & Rothereld Farms LLP SEDGEMOOR AUCTION CENTRE. The October Fri 19th (x12, Crossbreds) MachineryFarms Sale LLP of Tractors, Machinery, n 16 IncalfCollective Cows from Rothereld (Crossbreds) Horticultural Equipment and Miscellaneous Items. n 37 Incalf Heifers from Dayhouse, PT & JC Hinds (Pedigree), 450+ Lots anticipated. Rothereld Farms LLP (Crossbreds) & J & J Waldron ** FURTHER ENTRIES ACCEPTED ** n 3 Holstein Bulls from Beneknowle & Woodstone MADEY MILLS n 8 Bulling Heifers from Greathill & Mr FARM D Thorner MARTOCK, SOMERSET, TA12 6NN n 40 Yearling Heifers from Sutton Hall Farms Wednesday 25th October at 1.00pm n 52The Heifers Calves from Pensdown, Thakeham & Mr D Dispersal Sale of Hinton, 3 Tractors Farm Machinery & Effects (05) Thorner Case JX80 TRACTOR, 1970 hrs; (06) Case JX70 TRACTOR, 2274 Include The Dispersal hours; David BrownTo 995 TRACTOR c/w Loader;Sale (19)of Yamaha Grizzly 350 62 HOLSTEIN AND DAIRY COWS HEIFERS QUADBIKE, 1613 hrs; (05)FRIESIAN JEEP CHEROKEE; (07) AWAND 25’ Bale TRAILER; IW 14’ Livestock 7’x4’ IWInmilk Quad &/or TRAILER; Bomford Turner Comp: 47 DairyTRAILER; Cows & Heifers Incalf;(21) 12 Incalf Heifers & Kestrel Evo E 5.0 HEDGETRIMMER; (17) High Spec 800 Dung SPREADER; 3 Maiden Heifers 17) Vicon Twose 8’ Ballast ROLLER; Vicon CM 2200 n NMR PS04 HERDFert AV:SPINNER; 8039 KGS. 4.11%BF; 3.34%P; SCC=127 MOWER; Taarup 8055 4 Star TEDDER; PZ300 HAYBOB; Vicon Andex 353 n HERRINGBONE Parlour; CUBICLE Housed Single Rota RAKE; (18) Major 8005m Offfset TOPPER; 4’ Slewtic Dung n CLOSED HERD for 13 years GRAB; (09) Alo 120 Silocut Shear GRAB; (21) Symes BALE SQUEEZE;

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The yielding Estate ofmilkers Mr P Clarke The large selectionFor of high and dispersal sale cattle A 10% plus VAT Buyers Premium is charged on all lots, subject to a cap of (including Pedigree, Commercial and Crossbred) coupled with all £250 plus VAT per lot. Buyers not known to the Auctioneers are required to types of dairy youngstock makesnumber. this one of by our provide photographic ID to obtain a buyers Payment cashmost and debit card only. comprehensive sales to date just when dispersals are starting to Live down bidding on MartEye, please register in advance at gth.marteye.ie slow across the country. Please note that Social Distancing will be in place and we ask that only one purchaser per farming business attend. Online Bidding Available on Marteye. North Thurs Petherton, NOVEMBER: 19th Somerset, TA6 6DF (M5, J24) Telephone: 01278 410278 www.gth.net SEDGEMOOR AUCTION CENTRE. Dispersal Sale of milking and TOTAL STOCK THE 6649herd incalf heifer portion of theFOR 9,160 kgs CIS WEEK recorded dairy Stock from across the West Country, being 200 Holstein Friesians for MB & LC Haskell (Removed from sold to buyers from throughout the Nation Beaulieu Wood Farm, Dorchester, Dorset for convenience of sale).

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each short interval test. The licence will be published on Gov.UK for Vendors to download.

Forthcoming Fodder Sale

Monthly Catalogued Sale of Organic Store Stock 10am Ring 2 21st NOVEMBER: Sat

SEDGEMOOR AUCTION CENTRE. The Collective Fodder Auction of Hay, Silage and Straw. Entries to be in by Monday 9th November 2020.

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Seend, Melksham. 120.34 acres (48.70 ha) Guide £2,750,000 (whole) A ring fenced grassland farm in a private setting with a substantial farmhouse, annexe, range of farm buildings and bungalow with land available as a whole or in two lots. EPC – E/E; CTB – F/C/A

Litton Cheney 77.51 acres (31.37 ha) Guide £525,000 A conveniently sized block of chalk downland with significant conservation value and outstanding far-reaching views towards the coast.

Jack Curnick-James | 01380 710535

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ON-SITE AUCTIONS Saturday 14th October 2023 at 10.00am Glebe Farm, Sherfield English, Romsey, S051 6FL

Thursday 19th October 2023 at 11am East Fleet Farm, Chickerell, Weymouth, DT3 4DW

Collective Sale of Vintage Car, Tractors, Farm Machinery, etc.

Dispersal of 4 Tractors, Telehandler, Land Rover, Dumper, Vintage & Modern Farm Machinery, Livestock Equipment, Workshop items and Miscellaneous

To include: 1923 Bean 4 Car, Valtra N174 Versu (17), JCB TM220 Pivot-Steer (14), Massey Ferguson 4245 Hi-Vis (98), Massey Ferguson 4255 (01), Valtra T131 (09), International B275, Ford 4100, Toyota Hilux 2.4 Active Double Cab (18), Subaru Outback (02), Flemming 8T Tipping and 25’ & 14’ Bale Trailers, Krone Single Rotor Rake, Teagle Straw Blower, Welger RP435 Round Baler, Dowdeswell Plough Press, Ransomes HR44/40 Disc Harrows, Folding Chain Harrows, Twose 460 Hedgetrimmer, Quicke Silo Grab, Rice Horse Trailer, Staddle Stones, Vintage Miscellanea & Bygones etc.

Highlights inc: Ford 7840, Case Farmall 55C 2wd, Fordson Dexter c/w Loader, Matbro TR250, Land Rover Series 3, Grillo 24 Articulated Compact Dumper, Kubota Mower (only cut 100ac), Taarup KV 9043 Single Rotor Rake, Vicon Fanex 763 6 Rotor Tedder, Welger AP630 Conv. Baler, 28’ and 30’ Bale Trailers, 18’ Single Axle Trailer, Teagle GO 600A Read Discharge Spreader, Lucas Castor 60RUC Straw Chopper, Browns Flat 8 Grab, Bomford 90 145 Hedgetrimmer, Dowdeswell DP7 4f Rev. Plough, 3m Spring Tine Cultivator, Strimech BKT 20-76 Bucket, Horse Drawn Plough, International 784 Spares, Ifor Williams Livestock Box, Troughs, Feed Barriers, 8’6” x 5’6” Shepherds Hut, Vintage Lathe, etc. Organic Fodder approx. 400 Organic Bales of 80x70 Hay

Tuesday 17th October 2023 On Farm Fodder Auction – to include 235 80x70 Bales of Organic Hay

On behalf of Mr John Whitfield (Retiring)

See website for details.

Contact Yeovil | 01935 382909

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New Blackmore Vale, October 13, 2023

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P R O P E R T Y A U C T I O N | 2 N O V E M B E R AT D I G B Y H A L L , S H E R B O R N E

Penn Hill Guide £950,000 An 8 bedroom property for refurbishment in 0.30 acres with outline PP to divide and develop the plot. EPC D; CTB F; Freehold Wimborne | 01202 843190

Christchurch Guide £455,000 A 3-4 bedroom bungalow in a sought after road providing scope for renovation or replacement (STPP/consents) EPC D; CTB E; Freehold Wimborne | 01202 843190

Turnerspuddle Guide £425,000 A pair of semi-detached 3 bedroom cottages for renovation or conversion to one property (STPP) in 0.50 acres. EPC D; CTB D; Freehold Dorchester | 01305 261008

Yetminster Guide £275,000 A smallholding comprising a compact Ag-Tie bungalow, outbuildings, and polytunnels set in 2.48 acres. EPC E; CTB C; Freehold Yeovil | 01935 382901

Bere Regis Guide £250,000 A spacious property (1,232sqft) for updating with a pending planning app to convert into 2 separate dwellings. EPC C; CTB C; Freehold Wimborne | 01202 843190

Corfe Mullen Guide £165,000 A 2 storey office (Class E). formerly a 2 bedroom annexe, providing scope for a range of uses (STPP/consents) EPC B. RV: £4650 Freehold Wimborne | 01202 843190

Sherborne Guide £160,000 A 3 bedroom attached property in need of total renovation within a small cul-de-sac in a popular area EPC Band E; CTB D; Freehold Sherborne | 01935 814488

Taunton Guide £150,000 An established town centre mixed-use, food retail and residential property. EPC TBC; RV: £8,500; Freehold Yeovil | 01935 423526

Watergore Guide £150,000 A 2 bedroom terraced cottage requiring updating with a courtyard garden adjoining fields in a small hamlet EPC F; CTB B; Freehold Ilminster | 01460 200790 Holt

Guide £45,000

1.7 acres of permanent pasture with a stable in a rural location. Freehold

Wimborne | 01202 843190 Keinton Mandeville Guide £50,000 2.92 acres of level pasture land with direct road access. Freehold

Yeovil | 01935 382901 East Orchard Guide £195,000 30.97 acres of level pasture with good lane access in two lots. Freehold

Holwell

Guide £135,000 A building plot with outline PP for a single dwelling in grounds of 0.23 acres. Freehold Sturminster | 01258 473766

Dorchester Guide £125,000 A 2 bedroom ground floor flat with parking conveniently located in the town centre. EPC D; CTB B; Leasehold Dorchester | 01305 261008

Sturminster | 01258 472244 Woodlands Guide £200,000

7.32 acres of amenity land with replacement bungalow opportunity (STPP/consents). Freehold

Wimborne | 01202 843190

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New Blackmore Vale, October 13, 2023

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Marnhull Guide £625,000 A character south facing stone 3 bedroom house in an excellent central village location with large oak framed double garage and workshop. EPC F; CTB E. Freehold Sturminster Newton | 01258 473766

Milborne Port Guide £269,950 A charming Grade II Listed quintessential country cottage with 2 bedrooms and characterful features situated in this sought after village. EPC Exempt; CTB B. Freehold Sherborne | 01935 814488

Iwerne Minster Guide £650,000 A wonderful new build 3 bedroom property set in a courtyard development of 4 properties located in a quiet and sought after village location. EPC B; CTB TBC. Freehold Blandford | 01258 452670

Briantspuddle Guide £850,000 A Grade II Listed 4 bedroom detached cottage enjoying a quiet secluded location in gardens of 0.67 acres within the unspoilt Piddle Valley. EPC Exempt; CTB F. Freehold Dorchester | 01305 261008

Marnhull Guide £715,000 An extended 5 bedroom detached house set back from the road down a drive with an annexe attached and a double garage. EPC C; CTB F. Freehold Sturminster Newton | 01258 473766

Stour Provost Guide £700,000 A south facing 3 bedroom character cottage with scope to enhance in a lovely rural location with large garden, detached barn and countryside views. EPC E; CTB E. Freehold Sturminster Newton | 01258 473766

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New Blackmore Vale, October 13, 2023

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The Loft Tisbury 01747 442500 www.ruralview.co.uk

Ashmore, Dorset. Guide price £315,000 A charming listed period cottage with bags of character & suitable for refurbishment, situated in a pretty and popular rural village. 3 beds, bathroom, sitting room, kitchen, rear lobby, garden. EPC Exempt

Ashmore, Wiltshire. Guide price £265,000 A pretty end-of-terrace Listed cottage, situated in a sought-after rural village & offering a refurbishment opportunity. 3 beds, bathroom, sitting room, kitchen, front garden, garage. EPC Exempt

Motcombe, Dorset. Guide Price £285,000

An attractive semi-detached Victorian cottage, situated in a popular village, with scope to update and planning consent to extend. 3 beds, bathroom, sitting room, kitchen, garden, parking & outbuilding. EPC E

An attractive semi-detached Victorian cottage, situated in a popular village, with scope to improve and extend (stpp). 3 beds, bathroom, sitting room, kitchen, garden, parking & outbuilding. EPC E

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New Blackmore Vale, October 13, 2023

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The Loft Tisbury 01747 442500 www.ruralview.co.uk

Wardour, Wiltshire. Guide price £795,000 A charming, partly thatched house with great potential for re-designing (stpp), surrounded by idyllic countryside and enjoying stunning Nadder valley views. 3 bedrooms, 3 reception rooms, 2 bath/shower rooms, kitchen, boot room, wc, garage and outbuildings, approx. 1.34 acres of gardens and paddock. EPC G

Chitterne, Wiltshire. Guide prices £355,000 - £570,000 A small development of four superbly designed homes built & equipped to an excellent standard in a semi-rural setting with country views. New 4 bed detached house; rebuilt & extended 4 bed cottage; two new semi-detached 3 bed homes. EPCs B (cottage to be assessed on completion)

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New Blackmore Vale, October 13, 2023

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An exceptional four bedroom detached house situated on an exclusive development of nine contemporary properties. Large open plan living/ dining/kitchen area with bi-folding doors opening to the rear garden, two en-suite shower rooms, oak staircase and lift to first floor, heated garage, built in 2020 with £50,000 of upgrades. EPC Rating: B. Freehold.

A delightful three bedroom natural stone cottage tastefully renovated to a high standard blending modern day living with charm and character. Cosy sitting room with wood burner and flagstone floor, stylish kitchen/diner, rear lobby, cloakroom, bathroom, generous size garden and off road parking. A super home or ideal second/holiday home. EPC Rating: E. Freehold.

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£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.

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£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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THE cost of renting a home is eating up a larger slice of an individual’s earnings than at any point in the last 10 years. Zoopla’s latest quarterly Rental Market Report reveals that the proportion of gross wages needed to cover the average rent now stands at 28.4%. This is compared to an average of 27.2% over the last 10 years and is due to the growth in rents for new lets continuing to outpace UK wage growth. Faced with the unaffordability of rents and scarcity of supply, renters are being forced to rent smaller homes, move to cheaper areas or share a property with other renters to reduce costs.

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PROPERTY TO LET STATIC MOBILE HOME FOR SALE. 3 bedrooms. Gas central heating. Buyer collects. £7,000. 01747 811588 or 07766 464102

COTTAGES TO LET IN BETWEEN MOVE. Dogs welcome. 01747 811588 or 07766 464102

SELF-CONTAINED ACCOMODATION on quiet farm near Yeovil 01935 891817 2 INDUSTRIAL UNITS FOR RENT Approx 1800 sqft each. 3 phase possible Melcombe Bingham. 07725 910364 SHIPPING CONTAINERS FOR SALE Tel: 01258 472288. Mob: 07977 936109 New and second hand containers - blue/green all with box locks SOUTH CHERITON Asking price £750,000 Agricultural tied dwelling in South Cheriton comprising five bedroomed chalet style bungalow set in fifteen acres with an outbuilding. EPC D Please call Morton New on 01747 824547 for more information

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