Load up for service and parade

Wimborne Minster will be opening its doors this Sunday, March 12, for a special annual event arranged by the town council in collaboration with the Minster.

Each year the mayor hosts a thanksgiving service which always proves to be very popular. Town mayor Carol Butter said: “The town will be welcoming civic dignitaries from across Dorset and neighbouring parishes.

“Colours and standards from a number of local organisations will be presented at the start service and will also take part in a parade into the Minster, along with the mayor’s serjant and crier,

Packed audience says thank you for the music

Tribute band ABBAsolutely are widely considered to be one of the best ever ABBA Tribute Acts and it showed at the Barrington. With fantastic-looking costumes, lighting effects and instrumental interpretation, it was a faithful reproduction of the great band. Their musical and vocal talent was indisputable.

The group loved the audience participation right from the first song, joining in singing along, clapping and even getting up and dancing most of the night

Words and picture by TOM SCRASE

Wimborne Militia, dignitaries and councillors. “This recognises and gives thanks to all the groups, organisations and volunteers that have supported and made an impact within our town.”

The parade will start at 2.15pm from Church House.

The service will be at 3.00pm, so visitors are asked ensure they are seated by 2.50pm.

It is expected to last approximately 45 minutes, after which refreshments will be served at Church House followed by a demonstration of musketry by the Militia on the Minster Green. Singing will be led by the Minster Choir.

Residents have say on recycling

Three-quarters of New Forest residents feel worried about the impact of climate change, a new survey conducted for the council has revealed. Well over half the area’s residents – 66 per cent – felt the council could do more to encourage households to recycle more, although 78 per cent said they were satisfied with the way the council runs the district. Ninety-six per cent of residents said they felt safe during the day with 73 per cent saying they still felt safe after dark.

Councillor wanted

Verwood Town Council is seeking to co-opt a new councillor for the Dewlands South Ward.

Applications for the unpaid, voluntary post close on March 14 with the interview process taking place on March 22 at Three Legged Cross Village Hall prior to the council meeting on that evening.

More details and application form from towncouncil@ verwood.gov.uk.