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We have a bumper magazine for you this month to cover the months of July and August. I have always said that we are a talented bunch when it comes to performing and you can enjoy these “talents” by coming to the Wriggle Valley has Talent show at the beginning of July. Around this time, if you are a budding or fully flowering thespian, you can have a chance at auditioning for the Players’ next panto, Dick Whittington, p 44. Come and have fun at the school’s American Summer Fair also at the beginning of July, p 47. If your tastes are more gourmet or you fancy yourself as one of Top Gear’s new presenters, then try the Leigh Food Fair and Vintage Car Display, p 48. Quizzes also seem to be the order of the month too with the Yetminster Fair’s Quiz in mid July, p 30 The Intervillage competitions are back with a vengeance - I wonder who is going to win this year? There is the Three Valleys Inter Village Croquet Tournament at the end of July with Pimms promising to be flowing, p 17. If you prefer things more canine, then the Old Vicarage Fun Dog Show is for you p20. Most of the Garden Clubs’ shows occur over this period and are well worth supporting. We kick off with the Chetnole Flower Show at the beginning of August closely followed by the Leigh Flower Show p 25 and then the Yetminster & Ryme Garden, Art & Craft Society Summer Show p 41. There are more Garden oriented activities with the WI’s Centenary Garden Party for you to enjoy, P 25. If all that isn’t enough then there are some activities specifically for children, the Chetnole Chuckers Junior Pétanque teams are ready and raring to go, p 7, and there are some great forest school sessions planned at Pogles p 52 and Vecklands Woods p 56 as well as swimming in the school pool p 53. Finally don’t forget to visit the Magna Carta exhibitions in both St Andrew’s Churches in Leigh and yetminster on such a remarkable anniversary and enjoy Tony Durkin’s poem p 57. So have fun in the sun and I look forward to receiving your fabulous photos and articles for the September issue by 12th August. Enjoy the summer.
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e wish to say Our next PCC meeting will be on goodbye to John Thursday 2nd July at 7pm by kind and Margaret Way invitation of Andrew and Susie and wish them well in their Graham. new home in Yetminster, V W M they were one of our longest residents arriving Batcombe Church Lottery in the 60's and we shall May 2015 1�� No.24 Evelyn Jones miss them. 2ⁿ� No. 2 Hilary Williamson On a sad note we 3�� No. 25 Dan & Asya Williams send our deep condolences to David and Ivy Perry on the death of DATES FOR YOUR DIARY ● The 3rd Auction of Promises will their daughter Angela, our thoughts take place on 21 November at Leigh Village Hall. are with you all.
HIGH STOY PARISH COUNCIL AGM The High Stoy Parish Council AGM took place on 12 May and the following may be of interest to the public. Please contact the Clerk, Kerry Straughan, if you wish to view a full copy of the Minutes, on 01935 83563 or highstoypc@gmail.com ELECTIONS Cllrs Dawn Griffin & Eveline Jones (Batcombe), Kevin Pescott & Keith Mitchell, (Hermitage), Chair and Vice Chair respectively and Dave Whiteoak (Hilfield) were re-elected. Sue Bosenquet resigned and George Grazebrook was co-opted as our new Cllr for Hilfield. FINANCIAL MATTERS The Annual Audit was approved, and a full copy may be obtained on request from the Clerk
BOATs The Hearing into the Definitive Map and Statement Modification Order 2010 (Restricted Byways at Batcombe and Leigh) has been set for Wednesday 9�� Sept at County Hall. Currently the Chairman is planning to attend. HERMITAGE DROVE The PC are investigating a suggestion from a local resident that the land along the Hermitage Drove could be planted as a wildlife/nature area for the village, now that the Christmas trees have been removed. Date of Next Meeting 7.30PM, TUESDAY 1ST SEPTEMBER at Hermitage Village Hall. You are all most welcome to attend. Kerry Straughan wrigglevalleymagazine.co.uk
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CHETNOLE.....
ope you are all enjoying the summer sun; I just went outside and the breeze on my face was so warm and lovely it felt as if I was on holiday. It is so much nicer than the weather we've had so far this year; we even had three barbecues last weekend just in case. The dogs have been loving it too and have clocked up several hours sunbathing on the lawn stretched out in ecstasy, they look so funny. Please make it last all summer. Don't forget our village summer events that continue with the 68th CHETNOLE FLOWER SHOW AND FETE on 1st August. I know you've been perusing the entry form and mulling over which class to enter so don't forget to return it to the Show Secretary by 8pm Thursday 30th July. The CHUCKERS PETANQUE CLUB are calling all youngsters aged 5-15 years to enter their junior competition on the 4th August. Training will be given and lots of fun to be had along with certificates for everyone and medals for age-group winners. A good opportunity for the kids to get some fresh air and away from the TV/phone/laptop, you name it they're on it mums and dads! And seeing as we are finally having a lovely summer now (as I write...) if you are a cricket-player then CHETNOLE CRICKET CLUB needs you! Get in touch at www.chetnolecc.co.uk or phone 01935 872748. A huge well done goes to Tony Jones and team for raising a magnificent £908.28 at the Curry Supper held in June at the hall which was passed over to the British Red Cross in aid of the Nepal earthquake crisis. What a great achievement. See more about these events later in the mag. The family of the late Edith Yeatman would like to thank everyone who sent cards and messages and gave so
generously to Dementia Care. These thoughts were greatly appreciated, helping the family through the sadness of her death. NOTICE OF A CHIPLESS JULY Mahmud is closing the Chippy Van for the month of July. He will be back in business again on 1st August at the Chetnole Flower Show and Fete. Have you tried the new much improved menu in his new posh van – highly recommended! His evening in Chetnole is on a Tuesday 5.30 – 7.30pm at the village hall. SCHOOL BAGS FOR NEPAL Thank you to everyone who supported Alice, George, Tom and Daisy Pyke raise money on Wednesday for School in a Bag. We were amazed at how supportive and generous everybody was. thanks to everyone who bought cakes and made contributions, and our apologies to those who missed out on the goodies. Next time we shall know to make more! The grand total raised was a staggering £149.10, . The children are all stunned. That translates into more than
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nine school rucksacks which will be going off to Nepal before too long, together with many more from other Hazlegrove children. Hopefully, they will make a real difference to children who have been affected by the earthquakes there. Have a wonderful summer and keep on taking those photos.
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CHETNOLE FETE AND FLOWER SHOW This year’s Fete and Flower Show will be held on Saturday 1st August, starting at 2pm. It will take place in the field next to the Village Hall, by kind permission of Ed and Catharine Pyke. There will be the usual array of wonderful stalls, side shows, entertainment and refreshments, and also live music, owls, donkey rides, and more . This year in the Flower Show there will be a few new classes for adults and children alike - such as a flower arrangement in a kitchen utensil, a savoury quiche, and for gentlemen in particular, four brownies. There will also be a FUN DOG SHOW with six categories: Most Handsome Dog, Prettiest Bitch, Waggiest Tail, Child Handler, Pair of Dog Most Unlike, and Best Trick. And if you would like to take part by taking a trade table to sell your handicraft items, or you know someone who would, (a table only costs £10 for the afternoon) then please contact Di Murphy on 872888. So make a date in your diary to come and take part in a highlight of the Chetnole social calendar - you won’t want to miss it.
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On Sat 13th June, Chetnole Village Hall Committee organised their first Summer Barbecue. It was a sell-out! The weather was kind - the wine and beer flowed and joyful bonhomie prevailed. Fingerlicking food of great excellence was enjoyed by all. Exuberant music provided by Chetnole's own "Word Gets Out" ensured the evening went with a swing. The Committee thanks Ian Sinnott for providing the gazebos- and all those who assisted in making the evening a success. We all retired at the end of the evening happy, satisfied but somewhat exhausted. This month’s magazine is a DOUBLE ISSUE, September news & views by 12�� Aug please
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CREAM TEAS AND TEDDY BEAR PARACHUTING The first Sunday in June attracted record crowds to St. Peter’s churchyard. On a sunny afternoon everyone enjoyed delicious cream teas and watched teddy bears descending from the tower as slowly as possible. Altogether there were 63 descents and lots of cheering and encouragement. Our very sincere thanks to the many people who helped setting up the tables and chairs, lending the umbrellas, making cakes and scones, serving
teas, washing up, launching teddy bears, recording times, handing out certificates, etc. This event takes place every other Year and is much enjoyed by children and adults alike. We raised £250 for church funds. John Fripp
CURRY SUPPER FOR THE NEPAL EARTHQUAKE APPEAL. C h e t n o l e residents showed their extraordinary ability to get behind a cause with their work and their wallets. From a standing start just two weeks before the event, we created an evening to remember at the village hall. A choice of eight different curries, mountains of rice, and side dishes were then followed by a ‘spectacular of desserts’. Astoundingly, people showed their appreciation by devouring the lot! We were very lucky to have as our guest speaker, Mr John Walker, ex Ghurka officer who served in Nepal and Malysia, and later a diplomat with the Foreign Office. He gave
a fascinating insight into Nepal, the people and the effects of the earthquake on them. We raised an extraordinary £908.28, which was passed over to the British Red Cross on 18�� May. I think, to all those who lent such helping hands over those two weeks, it’s the people in Nepal who would thank you, more than me. Nonetheless, thank you from me, too. Tony Jones
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FUN WITH THE DRAPPERS With just ten more things to do, by the time you read this Michael and Paul Drapper, of Stockwood, will have completed the National Trust's "50 Stargazing on Dartmoor Things To Do Before 11 and 3/4." (www.50things.org.uk) With the aim of Having fun on encouraging youngsters to Chetnole bridge get outdoors, the National Trust have devised a list of 50 outdoor activities. Our children have had amazing fun trying to complete them all - including rolling down Bubb Filming on Bubbdown Down, finding a geocache at Melbury Bubb, skimming stones and damming the river at Chetnole Park, rock climbing on Portland, canoeing at Sutton Bingham Reservoir, raft building at Kingston Maurward College lake, horse riding at Jackie’s, and much, much more and Cornelius has captured it all on camera and editing it together to produce a short film. This weekend Deborah is taking Michael and Paul Climbing at Portland wild camping on the moors next to Great Mis Tor, Dartmoor. Star gazing, night hiking and animal tracking will mean four more of the list done and with a trip to the beach to fish, catch crabs, and check out a cave and the crazy creatures in a rock pool will leave just 1 to go. When our hungry green caterpillar changes into a butterfly their year long adventures may be over, but their hunger for the outdoors is still eager for more! We are so privileged to live in such an amazing place. Wild camping With the outdoors surrounding our villages we have no excuse not to encourage our children to get off their computers and get outside to explore. Adventure builds character, bonds families, and creates childhood memories. To see the final film then check out www.luxo.pics . I hope you will recognise some of the local landscape and that it inspires you to take hold of the hand of a little one and lead them out, into an adventure of their own. Watching the sunset Ruth Drapper (ruth@drapper.com) This month’s magazine is a DOUBLE ISSUE, September news & views by 12�� Aug please
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DRINKS PARTY 5th June Many thanks to everyone who came to Manor Farm on Friday 5th June and made our drinks party in aid of St Mary’s Church such a success. Sadly it was a little cooler than we would have liked but at least it was dry, and over 100 people came to enjoy! We are particularly indebted to the people who couldn’t make it on the evening but generously gave donations. During the evening two presentations were made. One was to David Chutter, who has chaired the Village Green committee from its onset, and one to Alan Ward who has been secretary to the same, also from the beginning. They have both done a huge amount of work during their time on the committee. David and Joyce were given a painting of their home from across the green and Alan a weather station to show appreciation from the village. We also held a raffle for which the top prize, a magnum of Champagne, was generously donated by Philip Trim the agricultural contractor whom the residents of Hermitage see quite a lot of during the summer months! The whole evening raised a marvellous £585 for the church.
CONCERT ON THE GREEN
Friday 7th August on the Village Green This is a final reminder about the Concert on the Green, featuring Nina Garcia and Seb Powles. Ticket sales have been excellent, but there may be a few left, at just £12. Please contact Kevin House on 01963 210042 asap if you would like come along. As previously advised there will be a bar, but please bring your own food. Doors open at 7.30pm and the concert will start at approximately 8pm.
TRINITY SINGERS Saturday 8th August in Holnest Church The Trinity Singers will be in Holnest Church on Saturday 8th August from 7.30pm This will be an evening of good music, fun and laughter. Tickets are £7.50, which includes drink and nibbles, and are available from Nikki on 01963210493 or Jane on 01963210369. SONGS OF PRAISE On the afternoon of Sunday 9th there will be teas followed by Songs of Praise at 6.30pm. All in aid of Holnest church funds. INTER-VILLAGE QUIZ Friday 2nd October The next inter-village quiz will be held in Chetnole village hall on Friday 2nd October, starting at 7.30pm. If you would like to be in a team representing Hermitage and Hilfield please contact me as soon as possible Thank you. ‘HOT’ THEMED EVENING Saturday 24th October Our next village dinner date will be ‘Hot Mexican’ themed evening in the Village Hall on 24th October. There will be an appropriate introductory drink, followed by tasty Mexican cuisine, all for just £12.50. Please call me on 01963 210292 or email hermitage.village@yahoo.co.uk to reserve your place. Time to look for that sombrero, dust of your maracas, and maybe grow a droopy moustache for the evening! QUIZ FOR ST. MARY’S Saturday 21st November This is a further reminder that the next quiz for St. Mary’s will be held in the Village Hall on Saturday 21st November, starting at 7.30pm. Teams of four please.
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ladies have put together a CHARITY CALENDAR AND DIARY FOR 2016, the photo below is to be the on the front covers of the Calendars and Diaries. I came up with the idea to do this after losing a very close and dear friend, Richard Vickery, who sadly died last October 2014. All proceeds from the sales will be donated to FORTUNESWELL WARD AT DORCHESTER COUNTY HOSPITAL where Richard was treated and looked after so well. They are also building a new Isolation Room for future patients who may require
treatment. Proceeds will also be donated to The DORSET AND SOMERSET AIR AMBULANCE. Thank you to all the people and businesses who have helped with sponsorship; this all goes towards the printing costs involved, and we now know that whatever is made in sales etc will be donated straight to the DORSET AND SOMERSET AIR AMBULANCE and FORTUNESWELL WARD. I have to say a huge thank you to my daughter Lauren Francis for giving up her time in taking all the pictures; she has done a most fantastic job and made everyone feel at ease, a pure professional. I would also like to thank the ladies that have given their time for all the photo shoots that were taken,
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Bridget Gordge, Vicky Fox, Stephanie Moss, Jenny Richards, Penny Flint, Sinead Rees and Cindy Durham and of course I am the eighth lady. Special thanks must also go out to Sally Vickery for allowing me to organise it all, and Richard’s sister Joyce Dibble for all her help and support. Also I would like to thank the following people who allowed us to have photos taken at their homes and gardens etc: Charlie & Annie Osmond, Hermitage, John & Dawn Griffin, Flowers Farm Trout Lakes, Kate Pahl ,Hilfield, David Every and his Park Beagles, Mosterton, Mr & Mrs Mitchell, Emily and Bobby the horse Hermitage and Charles Read.
A thank you board will also go up on the Barn Dance night to thank all our sponsors and their names will be on the front of the Calendars and Diaries. We will launch the Calendars and Diaries at our BARN DANCE on the 26th September 2015, please see advert below. They can be pre ordered from me at this email address or on 01300 341148/07970730656, they will cost £10 per calendar and £5 per Diary plus postage. Don’t forget to join us at the end of this month for our THREE VILLAGES INTER-VILLAGE CROQUET TOURNAMENT held at Church farm, Hilfield in aid of our beautiful little Church.
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irstly I would like to say a huge thank you to everyone who helped make our wedding day such a special day. We had such a fabulous time surrounded by friends and family and none of it would have been possible without the help and support of this brilliant community of which we are both proud to be part. July and August are filled with wall to wall fun as always. 11th July is the WI CENTENARY GARDEN PARTY at The Old Barn, Totnell. Saturday 18th July is LEIGH FOOD FAIR AND CLASSIC CAR DISPLAY at the Village Hall, whilst 26th July is the charity FUN DOG SHOW at The Old Vicarage. Saturday 8th August is LEIGH FLOWER SHOW so you still have plenty of time to get making, photographing, baking or talking encouragingly to your fruit veg and flowers! Remember it is not the winning but the taking part, or is that just what people who don’t usually win say?
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On Saturday 16th May, we hosted a “CELEBRATION OF RURAL LIFE”. On display were vintage tractors, old farm machinery and equipment, and a 1940's milking bale with Lister engine. Ann Goold from the Dorset Miniaturists brought an amazing display of model shop fronts and Eric showed his collection of model vintage tractors. On sale were Chris's delicious home made cakes, pasties and preserves, plants grown at the Vicarage as well as a rummage stall. Gordon provided music with a traditional barrel organ complete with toy monkey and many joined in with the Maypole dancing provided by Ann. Cheryl, in authentic Women's Land Army gear brought a large selection of 1940's clothing much to the delight of our resident land girls and visitors alike! Rachel Millward from Future Roots manned her wildlife stall
complete with ducklings as well as bird boxes made by the Countryman's club. Larry Skeats brought a large collection of sheep farming memorabilia, plus sheep which were sheared on the day using vintage equipment. The Yetminster Irish dancers treated us to a wonderful display of traditional dance, which was immaculate as always. We were also visited by two beautiful horses; the first was Hope who is a stunning Friesian mare and then Duke, who turned out to be a real gentle giant
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of a Shire horse and star of the Gillingham and Shaftesbury show, both beautifully turned out to the delight of everyone there. Chris, one of our residents who used to weigh aeroplanes for a living, ran the guess the weight of the Shire horse competition. Linda’s chickens were a great hit as were vintage tractors from Tony, Colin King and David Vincent. The whole day had a relaxed feel of yesteryear to it and a reminder that life doesn't always have to be lived in the fast lane. We are incredibly grateful to all our lovely volunteers who not only
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LEIGH VILLAGE FETE SATURDAY 5th SEPTEMBER HELPERS NEEDED! We are holding a joint Fete this year organised by Leigh Village Hall and St Andrew's Church to raise funds for both. There has not been a Fete in Leigh since 2011 and it was felt it was time we had another one! It should be a really fun day for all the family. It will run from 12-4pm and we will be serving bacon butties at lunch time and then tea and cakes from 2.30pm onwards. As you are all aware, there is a lot of work involved in running a Fete and in the past there has been a team of very willing helpers who are sadly getting older (Not possible, you cry!) so we are hoping that some of the new younger residents of the village or those who have just moved here in the last few years will be willing to give us a hand. Leigh is such an amazing village and it is also a great way to get to know folk if you become part of the team. We will need manpower (& womanpower!) to run some of the outdoor games, the refreshments, the various stalls, car parking etc. We already have a joint team from the Hall Committee and the Church who are planning it all but we do need some willing volunteers. If you would like to become involved, please contact either Duncan Moore on 01963 210154 or Anne Reason 01935 873726. We look forward to hearing from you.
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LEIGH FLOWER SHOW Come and enjoy a wonderful afternoon looking at the very best of village produce - vegetables and fruit, flowers and crafts, preserves, art, handicrafts, flower arrangements and photography. Schedules are available from our village shop, Heather Baldock (Leigh Cross Cottage) and on-line. Many competition classes are open to all, so if you are from surrounding villages, please consider submitting your best produce - you would be welcomed. Saturday 8th August 2015 Leigh Village Hall - 2.30pm Refreshments available along with serious village cakes. www.leighflowershow.co.uk
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t's been great wandering around in the sunshine and I realise why we came down here some 10 years ago. True, things have changed a bit but we have a Post Office and a well stocked store which, whilst it doesn't have that cherished smell of musty biscuits it has almost everything you are likely to need - and we have a Health Centre and a pub and an attractive Church and a hall for the use of the community and a number of thriving small businesses and of course a station. So, not so bad you say but then I look at all the messages and emails I get and it all falls apart over something so simple and straightforward as responsible dog ownership. So another moan about an old subject - it's your dog so why should the rest of us have to put up with the mess it makes! I understand that it is particularly unpleasant around the middle of the High Street so If you don't know where your animal is, go and find it and take a plastic bag with you - please! So gripe over and a reminder that the History Club are off to THE KEEP IN DORCHESTER on the 8th July and have afternoon tea booked as well, so not to be missed - their display in St Andrew's about THE MAGNA CARTA was very professional and a lot of time and effort obviously went into this so well done's all round. There is another CAR BOOT SALE at the Sports Field on 12th July starting at 10am and this is followed by the YFA & YCP QUIZ in the Jubilee Hall on the 18th July - they support local organisations so please do try to support them - Harvey & Simon are strutting their stuff so it should be a fun evening! Additionally the Moviola people are
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MAGNA CARTA origins and legacy An exhibition will be on display in The Old School Gallery From Thursday 9th July to Thursday 23rd July V W M dusting down the projector ready for their new season so do look out for details of their showings. A biggy coming up is the GARDEN CLUBS' ANNUAL SHOW on the 15th August with a vast variety of entries and I can personally vouch for the quality of the cakes! log onto http://yetminsterparishes.gov.uk/clubssocieties/garden for their show programme and entry details. So time to welcome people to the village and of course we have our new neighbours at Frylake Meadow and also a somewhat belated welcome to Gerry & Diane, newly arrived in Shearstones. If you are new to the village a good starting place for meeting people is the Coffee Beans morning on the first Wednesday of the month in the Jubilee Hall so do try to pop along and introduce yourselves. Take care and do enjoy the summer V W M
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SAS VARIETY SHOW - 12th & 13th September The St. Andrew's Singers (motto: ) are planning another variety show in the Jubilee Hall, Yetminster in September, with an evening performance at 7.30pm on Saturday 12th and an afternoon show at 3pm on 13th Sunday. Those who came to the last one in 2011 will know roughly what to expect - for those who didn't, we don't want to spoil the surprise! Tickets will be ÂŁ5, with under 16s free.
40+ VISITORS ENJOY GIANT HILL WALKABOUT LED BY YETMINSTER VILLAGER. were rewarded with the sighting of eighteen species, one of the most significant of which was the Duke of Burgundy. At least forty examples were seen and keenly Grizzled skipper photographed when perching along the lower western escarpment. This is a nationally scarce and localised butterfly and Dukes of Burgundy the only European representative of the Central American family On Sunday, 17 May, a Riodinidae (the number of butterfly metalmarks). With few enthusiasts from Yetminster sightings over the previous joined with others from the twenty years, the colony has South of England for a become more widespread guided walk over the and numerous during the ancient chalk downland past three seasons. The above Cerne Abbas. We caterpillar food plant is
cowslip, which is favoured where the plants grow in the partial shade of the lower scrub. The number of sightings of this species on the day was a record and made for a memorable occasion, which also included a glimpse of Green Hairstreaks dancing in the deep drove on the eastern side of the hill and, amongst others an appearance of the Grizzled Skipper! The event was led by Malcolm Wemyss of Yetminster, representing the Dorset branch of the national charity Butterfly Conservation which has grown in membership now to about 26,000 supporters. Malcolm Wemyss
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Well it's all sorted and we are looking forward, together with the Yetminster Community Project, to the Association's Annual Quiz. The Inquizitors are the "usual suspects" and we are grateful to Harvey and Simon for their continuing support. There are various flyers around and tickets, at £5 pp at a maximum of six to a table, are available from the Spar Store and the White Hart so please start thinking about your
teams (and what refreshments and supper you will bring) now! It promises to be a great night out and there will be prizes for the best dressed table as well prizes for the winning table and the runner up so it's an event not to be missed. By supporting us you will be directly helping local groups and projects. David Torrance Chairman, YFA
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We have a busy two months planned with EXHIBITIONS BY BEE GRANT PETERKIN from Chetnole (July to the middle of August) - Bee studied at The Byam Shaw School of Drawing and Painting and her work reflects a deep response to the mystery and grandeur of the landscape - and then, from mid August until the end of September, CAROLE IRVING who was Aspire magazine group acrylic artist of the year 2014. On the 3�� July there is an evening with PETER THOMAS OF LIVING WOOD - Peter is passionate about promoting locally grown Dorset wood from sustainable sources and on the 11�� July we have another delightful needle felting workshop with Carla Taylor this time adorable sheep will be produced! Our, now traditional, Old School Gallery 'SUMMER FAYRE' is on Saturday 18�� July and will be in conjunction with Georgie's Hair
and Beauty Salon and the White Hart where there will be an American themed BBQ and live music. The gallery will be starting with bacon sandwiches and continuing with a lovely variety of local craft stalls and special cream teas. Our special moment of the day will be the 'unveiling' of an outdoor bench in memory of our dear friend Rob Boyce. We also hope to have the Wriggle Valley Players performing at the Gallery and, again hopefully, some more live music sessions but nothing is, as yet, confirmed so do please check our website www.yetminstergallery.co.uk or better still drop in and have a chat - you are always welcome. Sarah Hedin, Gallery Owner
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PARISH PLAN UPDATE Hopefully you were able to get along, last month, to the "Formal" launch of the YRIPC's Parish Plan. This is a major initiative for the village and the Parish Council is keen to ensure that you are aware of this and that you have access to a copy. It is published on the "Dorset for You" website and on the YRIPC's own Parish site so if you haven't already looked at this, or used the Community Forum, you can do so at yetminsterparishes.gov.uk. We do have a limited number of paper copies available so please
HAPPENINGS AT THE HART Our last Quiz was our most successful quiz yet! Around 50 villagers and friends attended and we raised £150.00 for the YEOVIL HEARTBEAT CHARITY which supports the hospital's Coronary Care Unit. Congratulations must go to Craig Barfoot, who, well supported by his Teams, won the "Stickers Up" cup for The Harty Bunch and also to Barry Rivers who just fell short of retaining the Captains Cup , which he won last year. Our "AMERICAN DAY" will go ahead on Saturday the 18�� July and we will be open from 12.00 noon to 7.00pm (we will need
contact the Clerk to the Council tel no: 01935 873510 if you are interested in having one of these or want further information. David Torrance Chairman, YRIPC Parish Plan Working Group a rest in the evening!). We have booked The Joe D Rose Country & Western Band (from Sturminster) and they will be performing from 2.00pm to 5.00pm. We will also have a BBQ serving American Hot Dogs & Burgers etc. and will also have ice creams and, hopefully, Pop Corn and Candy floss, together with some American "Muscle" cars on display. It's free entry so do come along for a Ho Down and say Howdy! Our next Quiz will be on Saturday 27�� June, in aid of a local boy , Eddie Thomson who needs money raised for a special trike, starting at our usual time of 8.30pm. We will then have a summer break and restart the "Quiz Season" at the end of September. Enjoy the good weather Jim & Carole Bayfield
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YETMINSTER & RYME INTRINSECA PARISH COUNCIL Summary of COUNCIL MEETING 20�� May 2015 The meetings were attended by seven councillors, DCllr Lawrence, five members of the public and the Clerk. The Council Eight Councillors were elected unopposed as there were insufficient applicants to warrant a contested election. We urgently need FOUR more councillors. Councillors were allocated duties and responsibilities. THORNFORD ROAD AFFORDABLE HOUSING This is now complete with the exception of the footpath up to Coles Lane and most of the houses are occupied. PARISH PLAN Each Councillor has taken on a section of the Action Plan and will report back on progress and/or actions required at the July Meeting. Whilst further consultation with residents will be required on individual actions, a report on progress will be made to all residents in the autumn IMPROVED VILLAGE ENTRANCE SIGNS Mr Whittlesea briefed on his proposal for a new village sign on the four access roads. This would cost £1560. This proposal was agreed in principle subject to a suitable village logo. Mr Whittlesea agreed to progress this and report back at the July meeting. The Chairman commented that it may be necessary to raise the precept next year by some £2 a household to pay for this as the reserves are getting a bit short. PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT THORNFORD ROAD. Mr Travers of Boonbrown Planning briefed on a possible application for outline planning permission for 90 houses in the field north and east of the school. The general tone of questions suggested that this proposal would not be seen favourably; however the Council agreed to wait until the application was made before commenting further. Subsequent to the meeting Mr John Greenwood has agreed to assist the Council in their response.
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22 September 27 October 24 November We are very much hoping that our September and October films will be “The Second Best Exotic
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Dates for your Diary END OF JUNE Sat
27 Seeking Sustainabilty
Hilfield Friary
Sun
28 Midsummer Service & BBQ
St Nicholas,Hilfield
JULY Wed 1
WVP Information Evening for 2016 panto, Dick Whittington
7.30pm
Chetnole Village Hall
Fri
3
Yetminster History Society Coffee morning/ bring and buy
10.30am-12
Cross Farm House, Yetminster
Sat
4
Art exhibition COAST Bee Grant-Peterkin
Sun
5
Old School Gallery, Yetminster
PTFA American Summer Fair
12-4pm
St Andrew's Primary School
Variety Show - Wriggle Valley's Got Talent
6-9pm
Leigh Village Hall
Mon 6
Chetnole & Leigh Garden Club Club Garden Party Castle Gardens speaker
7.30pm
Chetnole Village Hall
Tues 7
Coffee morning/ bring& buy
10.30-12am
St Andrew's Church, Leigh
Leigh Discussion Club Outing to Paignton
9am
Leigh Village Hall
WVP Panto Audition Workshop
7:30pm
Chetnole Village Hall
Wed 8
Yetminster History Society Outing to the Keep, Dorchester Sat
11 Art exhibition COAST Bee Grant-Peterkin Garden Party for Julia's House children's hospice
2-4pm
The Old Barn, Totnell, Leigh
10am
Yetminster Sports Club
Tues 14 Yetminster & Ryme Garden Soc Summer party and garden quiz
7pm
Jubilee Hall Yetminster
Tuesday Club Wed 15 WV Players Panto Auditions
2:30PM
Leigh Village Hall Chetnole Village
Sun
Sat
12 Car Boot Sale
Old School Gallery, Yetminster
18 Leigh Food Fair & Classic cars Yetminster Fair Association Quiz Night
7.30pm 10am-4pm
Leigh Village Hall
7.30pm
Yetminster Jubilee Hall
American Day
White Hart, Yetminster
Tues 21 WVWG Planning meeting
7.30pm
Gable Court, Yetminster
Sun
3-5pm
Pogles Wood, Leigh
26 Messy Pogles
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Dates for your Diary Sun
26 Fun Dog Show for Canine Partners Inter-parish croquet tournament
Old Vicarage, Leigh Church Farm, Hilfield
AUGUST Sat 1 Mon 3 Tues 4
Chetnole Flower Show Chetnole & Leigh Garden Club Italian Gardens Sue Dona Coffee morning/ bring & buy Chetnole Petanque Club 5-15 years Competition
WVMU Teddy Bear's Picnic Fri 7 Music on the Green Nina Garcia Sat 8 Leigh Flower Show Trinity Singers Tea party and story telling by Thur 13 Sherborne Children's Centre Sat 15 Yetminster & Ryme Garden Soc. Summer Show
2-4.30pm 7.30pm
Chetnole Village Hall/ field Chetnole Village Hall
10.30-12noon St Andrew's Church, Leigh 10am-12noon Chetnole Playing field 10am-12noon 7.30pm 2.30pm 7.30pm
St Andrew's Church, Leigh Hermitage Village Green Leigh Village Hall Holnest Church Leigh Village Hall
2pm
Jubilee Hall Yetminster
SEPTEMBER Tues 1
WVMU Music and Poetry evening 7pm
Sat Sun
Leigh Fete Inter village under 12 football Inter Village rounders Inter Village boules Chetnole & Leigh Garden Club Organic vegetable growing Charles Dowding
5 6
Mon 7
Wed 9
Sat Sun Mon Mon Tues Sat
12 13 14 21 22 26
4pm 4pm 5pm 7.30pm
Old School Gallery, Yetminster Leigh Village Hall Chetnole Playing field Chetnole Playing field Chetnole Playing field Chetnole Village Hall
Yetminster History Society Napoleon is coming- what shall we do? Dr Diana Trenchard
2.30pm
Jubilee Hall, Yetminster
SAS Variety Show DHCT Bike Ride SAS Variety Show Inter Village short mat bowls Leigh Moviola Yetminster Film Night Hilfield Barn Dance
7.30pm
Jubilee Hall, Yetminster
3.pm 2pm 7.30pm 7.30pm 7.30-11.30pm
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27 Messy Harvest
3-5pm
St Andrew's Primary School, Yetminster Hilfield
Inter Village Quiz
7.30pm
Chetnole Village Hall
Chetnole & Leigh Garden Club AGM & plant auction Leigh Discussion Club Deserted, shrunken and moved villages in our area Bruce Upton NGS Open Gardens Leigh Art Exhibition Leigh Art Exhibition Leigh Art Exhibition Leigh Moviola Themed evening
7.30pm
Chetnole Village Hall
7.30pm
Leigh Village Hall
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I would like to start this month’s message with a massive thank you to all those who donated and supported the Wriggle Valley Players Family Murder Mystery Trail and Cream Tea event kindly hosted by Sarah at the Old School Gallery, Yetminster on Saturday 6th June. Thank you to Sherlock and Dr Watson who were on hand to assist those completing the trail, tThe Junior Wriggle Valley Players for their splendid performance about the beginning of Barnados, and finally to the friends and members of Wriggle Valley Players who donated the most delicious and varied assortment of homemade cakes. Without your generosity and support the event would have not been the enjoyable and successful day that it was so thank you. I would also like to take this opportunity to remind you about the Information evening for next year’s pantomime DICK WHITTINGTON. This will be held at CHETNOLE VILLAGE HALL at 7.30PM on WEDNESDAY 1ST JULY. The informal information evening will give you an opportunity to read
through parts of the script, listen to the music and meet the production team. So, if you fancy treading the boards for the first time or want to make a return to the stage please do come along and join us for a light refreshments and to find out all about next year’s show. Look forward to seeing you there as we start on our Panto journey. INFORMATION EVENING - OLD AND NEW MEMBERS WELCOME. Wednesday 1 July @ 7.30pm Chetnole Village Hall DICK WHITTINGTON AUDITION WORKSHOP Wednesday 8 July @ 7.30pm Chetnole Village Hall DICK WHITTINGTON AUDITIONS Wednesday 15 July @ 7.30pm Chetnole Village Hall
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THE WRIGGLE VALLEY’S GOT TALENT If you are looking for a fun casual evening out why not come along to ‘The WRIGGLE VALLEY’S GOT TALENT’ evening which is taking place on Sunday 5th July at Leigh Village Hall 6-9 pm. Proceeds will be going towards helping those who suffer from Motor Neurone disease and the Wriggle Valley Players. Motor Neurone disease is a rare condition that progressively damages parts of the nervous system which leads to muscle weakness, often with visible wasting. It occurs when specialist nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord called motor neurones stop working properly. Motor neurones control important muscle activity, such as gripping, walking, speaking, swallowing and breathing. As the condition progresses, people with motor neurone disease will find some or all of these activities increasingly difficult and eventually they may become impossible.
Not only is the event to raise money, but a chance for a social evening where all are welcome to come and enjoy a fun relaxed atmosphere watching a variety of performances ranging from singing, musicians, comedy and light hearted sketches and monologues. There will be a raffle, bar and a few nibbles on the tables. Why not come along and see what talent lies behind some of the local people in our area. Tickets cost £2 for adults and children up to the age of 13 are free. If you would like to purchase a ticket or find out more information about the evening please do not hesitate to contact Amy Goodfellow on 07969812069 or amygfellow@gmail.com Look forward to seeing as many of you there as possible.
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We are once again busy preparing for our AMERICAN THEMED SUMMER FAIR on Saturday 4th July. There will be lots to do including seeing if you can beat the timer on the rodeo bull, pick a winner on the ferret racing, apple bobbing, a sponsored balloon competition and lots more. There will be a Pimms tent and real ale from the local Coppa Hoppa brewery. If you are feeling energetic there is also a rounders tournament. The rounders teams need a maximum of six people and entry for this is only £6 per team!! As well as this there are also many local companies and groups showing what they do and sell. The Fair opens at 12pm and is running until 4pm. If you find yourself peckish there will also be American hot dogs and burgers. If you would like to enter the rounders tournament, entry can be made in advance of on the day by just entering you're team name to either the school office, via our Facebook page PTFA St. Andrews Yetminster, or by emailing hairymez@hotmail.com.
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Leigh FOOD FAIR & VINTAGE/CLASSIC CAR DISPLAY 10am - 4pm SATURDAY 18 July LEIGH VILLAGE HALL Taste and buy some of the best food and drink on offer from local producers The Stallholders will include:A variety of interesting Veteran/Classic cars & motorbikes will be on display. Barbecued Hamburgers & Sausages, Refreshments, Ice cream, Beer and Cider will be here! Entertainment includes children’s activities. This is proving to be a very successful show, AND will, of course, be in our amazing Village Hall. Please spread the word to your friends and relations – it really is a day NOT to be missed.
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MESSY CHURCH On Sunday 31st May MESSY CHURCH had yet another fun filled couple of hours exploring a range of creative activities such as making trifles, mosaics, sewing and potato printing. The children took home a goodie bag of all the wonderful creations they had made. We all enjoyed a celebration time with lively music and instruments led by Gemma Perrin and a team building puzzle activity to explore ‘Who is God?’. We enjoyed yet another delicious meal kindly prepared by our Messy Team Leaders which was a social time for us all to catch up. It was wonderful to have so many join us and support this event. Great
thanks go to all of those who are involved in making these special sessions happen. The next Messy Church is titled ‘MESSY POGLES’ where we will be able to enjoy the wonders of the outdoors and creations God made. It is taking place at Pogles Wood on Sunday 26th July from 3-5pm and if you are interested in attending please book a place so we are able to cater for numbers. If you would like to find out more before booking a place please do not hesitate to contact us. All are very welcome. We are always looking for extra helping hands so would love to hear from you if you want to get involved. Contacts: Email: wvmessychurch@gmail.com Amy Goodfellow 07969812069 Gemma Perrin 07442166599 Anne Reason 01935 873726 Hope you can join us
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WOODLAND WEDNESDAY sessions every Wednesday throughout the summer holidays. MUDDY MONDAYS have been postponed until after the summer holidays. All these sessions are for pre-school children in term time and children age seven and under during the holidays. We start at 12noon and finish at 3pm Why not bring your picnic? Refreshments available £4 per child. Last year nine children achieved their JOHN MUIR DISCOVERY AWARD and we will have four more days during the summer holidays in which unaccompanied children age eight and
over can start or continue their DISCOVERY AWARD or move up to the more demanding Explorer award. 27TH 28TH JULY & 13TH 14TH AUGUST. We are lucky enough to have a small amount of funding towards these sessions so the cost will be just £12 per child per day starting at 10.00am and finishing at 3.00pm. These sessions must be booked in advance. TALES IN THE TREES. These weekly sessions are designed to use written and told stories to help develop vocabulary and to keep reading skills on the boil through the long summer holidays! If you think your child would benefit from this programme please get in
touch for more details Keep and eye on our Facebook page - Pogles Wood Education – for information about forthcoming activities and news of other exciting events. There are still a few Pogles Parties spaces For directions and details of events or volunteering opportunities please contact Philippa on 01935 873889 or email philippa@folksw.org.uk
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TEA PARTY AND STORY TELLING On Thursday 13�� August Sherborne Children’s Centre is holding a Tea Party and Story Telling for children in Leigh Village Hall.
There are numerous activities at Pogles Wood and all these and future events are on the amazing Leigh Village website www.leighvillage.org.uk/ so please do your best to keep busy all summer. By the time you read this the longest day will have passed and the nights will be drawing in!!
ON THE BEAT Distraction Crime is on the increase and will involve more than one person so please be vigilant and check LOCK – Is the back door locked? STOP – Am I expecting anyone? CHAIN – Put the chain on BEFORE opening the door CHECK- Ask for the caller’s identification. Shut the door leaving the caller on the doorstep and phone the number in the phone book NOT the one on the card they give you as this could be an accomplice around the corner – especially if it is a
mobile number. A genuine caller will be happy to wait while you do this. Remember that your Safer Neighbourhood team are here for advice, reassurance and information so if you are concerned about something just contact us but remember; call 101 for all nonemergency enquiries (and if you would like someone to visit to give you advice in person) and dial 999 if a crime is in progress or life is in danger. If you would like to receive information and alerts on crime in Dorset individuals and organisations can register to get alerts at: dorsetalert.co.uk. Mark Jones, Sherborne PCSO
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SENIOR CITIZENS’ CHRISTMAS LUNCH COMMITTEE This Committee was set up in the early 1970s by the Rev’d William R Rodda, the Rector of St Andrew’s Leigh, to provide a free Christmas lunch for the over 60s of the villages of Batcombe, Chetnole and Leigh. It has taken place every year since then. The meal takes place on the first Sunday of December in Leigh Village Hall, and consists
of a sherry on arrival, then a full turkey lunch with all the trimmings, followed by either Christmas Pudding and cream or fruit salad. Wine is provided for the meal. The meal is finished off with a cup of tea or coffee and cheese and biscuits. Fund raising events are run throughout the year to provide the money to cover the cost of the meal. There is , however, a donations box on the day for those who feel inclined to contribute towards the costs. To qualify for the meal, villagers must be over 60 years old and resident in one of the
Join us for our summer holiday forest school activities with activities such as backwoods cooking, den building, whittling and tool construction. These will take place on the following dates: Tuesdays & Thursdays, 21st/23rd/28th/30th July and 18th/20th/25th/27th August.
three villages. Invitations are sent out each October. If you do not already receive an invitation and would like to in future , please contact either Brian and Margaret Read (tel no 01935 872356) or John and Fiona Parks (tel no 01935 873603) by 30th September 2015.
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FAMILY FOREST SCHOOL: Monday 10th August, 11am - 2pm Bring a packed lunch to Vecklands Woods, Yetminster £15 per family (£10 one adult/one child) Booking is essential For more information please visit www.lowercovey.co.uk 'events' or email lowercoveynursery05@hotmail.
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No scutage could the king retrieve beyond what custom had decreed; no merchant stock was his to reeve. “Now to these terms, accede!”
An England ruled by feudal bands gave rise to John whose majesty didst rile the barons and their clans and risked their grudging fealty. This vile and moody Regis beau who reigned and taxed with fiendish glee caused thirteen years of strife and woe. Will no one our protector be? The Lords and Knights who ruled the shires to this vain king they made it clear, “With laws and justice you must rule; now set your seal right here!” King John affixed his waxen print to wise Langton’s Magna Carta; a Latin text dense and distinct which might save us from disaster. It promised that the king would seek Great Council’s just permission before more warring havoc wreak through bribes and annexation.
And so with throne in jeopardy on day fifteen of June that year, King John didst thwart catastrophe; to Runnymede did he repair. By Thames-side reeds and meadows green encamped pavillioned standards flew. King, bishops, barons at the scene; t’was Langton’s text came they to view. With laws and liberties enshrined on vellum scroll for all to see, the king made terms, though disinclined, his seal made freemen free. So from that day in flaming June no monarch reigns above the law. Dance must they to said Charter’s tune; no matter be they vexed and sore! ‘Tis true eight hundred years have passed, yet still injustice stalks our halls and despots rule with icy blast. Yes! Magna Carta’s trumpet calls; to meadows green in summer sun must we take up the cause indeed and finish what was ere begun in faith at Runnymede.
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NEWS FROM ST ANDREW’S CHURCH OF ENGLAND PRIMARY SCHOOL
…AND SO WE SAY FAREWELL It’s that time of year when we begin to say good bye to our great Year Six. Their journey began seven years ago when they were Reception children all big eyed and nervous and now look at them, confident, eloquent and caring individuals who are off on their next journey to senior school. I am sure there have been more than their fair share of ups and downs along the way but these - My mum drove challenges hone their me down to school and I characters so that the children felt quite excited. When I can take their place as well walked into Acorn I began rounded and robust young to fell nervous because I adults. didn’t know how nice my We are also saying good teacher was going to be. bye to one Ar t Mrs Payne is one of the Activiti very special little boy, Archie who is es best teachers in the world. moving on to Fairmead; he has enriched our lives with his wonderful humour and We played lots of games and resilience. He has also encouraged us did the ABC song. At the to learn sign language. With him also end of the day I told my goes his lovely one to one Teaching mum it was amazing. Assistant Moira who has spread her magic and My friends and teachers helped develop Archie into the are like a family to me. It is wonderful young man he has become. a fantastic school and I We will miss you all but know that this is just the beginning of your next shall be very sad to leave. incredible journey.
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Harvest Festivals are a wonderful way to connect us all to the food the farmers who bring it to us and the church calendar gives us not one but two opportunities to do that. We are all familiar with the traditional harvest Festivals which we celebrate in September and October but we also have Lammastide in August when the ‘Firstfruits’ of the Harvest are brought into church in the form of a loaf made from local wheat. The word Lammas first appears in the writings of King Alfred and is thought to be derived from an old English word meaning loaf and ‘mass’. Our ancestors lived very close to the land and there were times when food ran short. By the end of July corn from last year’s harvest would have run out so the first wheat from the fields
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was a cause for great celebration. Bread made from the first ripe corn was then brought into church and blessed in thanksgiving for the new harvest. Today we are not in danger of running short of bread, but we are in danger of forgetting where our food comes from. Shopping in the supermarket brings convenience and all year round abundance of fruit and vegetables but this abundance comes, some would say, at a cost to our health, the environment, local economies and our communities. In many areas local food movements are springing up to encourage us to buy local. By buying from local food producers, distributors, and retailers, the local food movement encourages us to keep money in our local economy, and cut down on the ‘food miles’ to bring food to market. The ‘food scares’ of recent years has led us to be more concerned about knowing where our food comes from and how it is produced. The local food movement wants to bring us face to face with the
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people who produce the food we eat and see for ourselves how they produce our food. The relationship between local food producers and local consumers was once a natural part of the life of every community. It is a relationship that can bring rural communities together in a way that is not possible in the supermarket. During July and August there will be several opportunities to celebrate that relationship. On July 18th Leigh village Hall will be full of wonderful local producers selling their wares, and our own home grown produce will be celebrated around the Wriggle Valley in our open garden days and flower shows. In the autumn we can look forward to the opening of our own local food market when Hamish Pork opens up at its new location on the A 37. The churches of the Three Valleys will come together on August 30th at Alweston at 12.00 to celebrate our local producers in that ancient to remind us of our close links to the local farmers and food producers on whom we rely not just for our own health but the health of our communities.
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An unexpected Harvest: Lammastide Harvest Festivals are a wonderful way to connect us all to the food the News from Registers Baptisms: . St. Andrew's, Yetminster. St. Andrew's, Yetminster.
Wedding: St. Andrew's, Leigh.
Funeral/Thanksgiving: St. Andrew's, Yetminster. Yeovil Crematorium.
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hose of you with long memories may recall a BBC radio programme called “The Brains Trust”. It included such luminaries as Julian Huxley the scientist, Professor Joad a philosopher, and Patrick Campbell a raconteur with an engaging stutter. There was also an explorer who often began his contribution to the discussion by saying, “When I was in Patagonia…” On one occasion the panel was discussing the power of music, and Yehudi Menuhin remarked that he had never until that moment considered Bach’s “St Matthew’s Passion” as a religious work. I understood him to mean that the power of Bach’s music to uplift the human spirit owed little to the sacred text on which it was based. Music, we could say, has its own truth. Many people today, judging by recent surveys, would describe themselves as “spiritual” rather than “religious”. They are aware of hidden depths to human life, a profound mystery of which they are occasionally conscious when not fully immersed in the business of “getting and spending”. But traditional religious language does little to help them understand more of this mystery. Insight and inspiration come rather through great music, literature, the fine arts, human relationships, and the natural world. Wordsworth once wrote that for him “the meanest flower that blows can give thoughts that do often lie too deep for tears”. It is only when our senses are dulled and we have given up the quest for
truth and beauty that our spirits begin to wither. Why is established religion so little help in this personal quest for meaning and significance? Spiritual intelligence and sensitivity are often seen more clearly in self-styled agnostics than in some regular churchgoers. Religion has been debased by centuries of misuse. Insistence on the literal truth of sacred texts, and on religious images and metaphors, have distorted the spiritual truth that might otherwise be found there. Religious language is poetry rather than prose. I sometimes think of “the curse of literalism” which has blighted so much religion around the world. Yet there is truth to be found there; there are nuggets of genuine insight amid all the distortions and strange terminology. Meanwhile we thank our Creator, the One “in whom we live and breathe and have our being” (St Paul quoting a Greek poet) for the many avenues by which we can explore Ultimate Reality. Let us not give up the search. wrigglevalleymagazine.co.uk
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THREE VALLEYS TEAM local for services The Benefice Church Services April For complete list see: go to SUNDAY JULY
5th
12th
19th
26th
5th SUNDAY OF TRINITY
6th SUNDAY OF TRINITY
7th SUNDAY OF TRINITY
8th SUNDAY OF TRINITY
BATCOMBE
10.15am CW Holy Communion
BEER HACKETT
9.15am BCP Matins & Holy Communion
10.15am CW Holy Communion
BRADFORD ABBAS 10am CW 11am CW No Service. Holy Communion Morning Prayer & Patronal Festival Holy Communion at Thornford.
9.30am Family Service
CHETNOLE
8.30am BCP 10.15am Holy Communion Prayer & Praise
10.15am CW Holy Communion
10.15am CW 6.30pm CW Holy Communion Evening Prayer
8.30am BCP Holy Communion 3pm Messy Church (Pogles Wood)
6.30pm BCP Evensong
8.30am BCP Holy Communion
HERMITAGE
6.30pm BCP Evensong at Leigh
HILFIELD LEIGH
6.30pm BCP Evensong
RYME INTRINSECA THORNFORD
9.30am Family Service 6pm BCP Holy Communion
8am BCP Holy Communion 9.30am CW Morning Service
9.30am CW Holy Communion PATRONAL FESTIVAL
8am BCP Holy Communion 11am CW Holy Communion
YETMINSTER
10.15am CW Holy Communion with Sunday School
10.15am CW Morning Prayer 6pm Hymns & Pimms at the White Hart
10.15am CW Choral Holy Communion
10.15 CW Holy Communion
Extra and Week Day Services for July/August Monday Tuesday Thursday SUNDAY AUGUST
1st in month 1st in month 30 August
6pm 10am 2:30PM TBA
Compline Lower Covey Toddlers' Service Holy Communion THREE VALLEYS BENEFICE EVENT
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Weekdays: 12 noon Midday Prayer followed by Eucharist 5.15pm Evening Prayer These are sung on Saint’s Days
Roman Catholic Services Roman Catholic Church The Sacred Heart & St. Aldhelm, Westbury, Sherborne DT9 3EL tel: (01935) 812021 Parish Priest: Monsignor Canon Robert Draper V.G. e-mail: sherbornerc@btinternet.com website: sherbornecatholicchurch.org.uk Further information is available from our weekly newsletter, the Church Office on 01935 812021 or visit our website www.sherbornecatholicchurch.org.uk
Yetminster Methodist Church Chapel Lane, Yetminster DT9 6LJ Minister: Rev Tom Carmichael email: ta.carmichael@yahoo.co.uk Worship co-ordinator: Mrs Marilyn Harris (01935 864232) Treasurer: Mr Cliff Harris, Broad View, Forge Lane, East Chinnock, Yeovil, BA22 9EG.
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Methodist Church Services July 12 July Morning Worship Robert Rickards 26 July Holy Communion Revd Tom Carmichael
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THREE VALLEYS TEAM local for services The Benefice Church Services April For complete list see: go to SUNDAY AUGUST
2nd
9th
9th SUNDAY OF 10th SUNDAY TRINITY OF TRINITY BATCOMBE
10.15am CW Holy Communion
BEER HACKETT
9.15am BCP Matins & Holy Communion
BRADFORD 10am CW ABBAS Holy Communion
11am CW Holy Communion
CHETNOLE
8.30am BCP Holy Communion
16th
23rd
30th
11th SUNDAY OF TRINITY
12th SUNDAY OF TRINITY
13th SUNDAY OF TRINITY
10.15am CW Holy Communion
8am BCP Holy Communion
9.30am Family Service 10.15am CW Holy Communion
HERMITAGE 6.30pm CW Evening Prayer HILFIELD LEIGH
10.15am CW 6.30pm CW Evening Prayer Holy Communion at Hermitage
RYME INTRINSECA
6.30pm BCP Evensong
THORNFORD 9.30am Family Service 6pm BCP Holy Communion
8am BCP Holy Communion 9.30am Methodist Service
YETMINSTER 10.15am CW 10.15am BCP Holy Matins Communion + Sunday School
10.15am Family Service
8.30am BCP Holy Communion 8.30am BCP Holy Communion
9.30am CW Holy Communion
8am BCP Holy Communion 11am CW Holy Communion
10.15am CW Choral Holy Communion
10.15 CW Holy Communion
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12.1C/61F instead of 12.2C/54F. There are rarely more than two sub-zero “Among the changing months, nights in May and there was only one May stands confest. this year. The hottest day peaked at The sweetest and in fairest colours 25.7C/78F instead of 26.1C/79F. dressed.” Thomas Carew (1595-1640) SUNSHINE May proved rather disappointing after a very sunny With lengthening April. There were only days and the return 109 hours of sunshine, of vivid floral 19% fewer than the colours May often usual 136 hours. Even gives optimists so, 2015 is still proving hopes of a year to sunnier than usual, remember. On the with 512 sun hours for other hand a few the first five months, pessimists will soon instead of 486. be complaining May in Minterne PRESSURE about the nights Pressure in May ‘drawing in’. averaged 1028 mm/30.4” instead of RAINFALL 1020 mm/30.1”. It was lowest on one After four months of unusually low of the wettest days (the 4th, with 1002 rainfall May reversed the trend. mb/29.6”) and highest on the 16th, Instead of the usual 18 rain-free days there were only 15. The two wettest when it peaked at 1033 mb and we days (the 4th and 14th) both saw had 10.1 hours of sunshine. 16mm/0.6”. Total rainfall was WINDS May was another fairly calm 72mm/2.8” instead of 66mm/2.6”. month. Average peak wind speeds for Nevertheless, total rainfall for the year the month were slightly higher than so far is still 27% lower than usual, with usual, with 16 mph instead of 15 mph. 259mm/10.2” instead of 356mm/14”. The windiest day was the 5th, with 26 TEMPERATURES mph, 3 mph below the 15 year The average temperature during average of 29mph. May was a little below average: Philip Bryan
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66
136
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...gone gardening KEEP INVADERS AT BAY When planning your country garden for the first time, where deer are obviously regular visitors to your plot, a lion, although probably desirable and effective, might not be very popular with your neighbours. Neither would it be appropriate to urinate around the boundaries of your garden. In a country garden deer can be a complete pest. I have lost rose bushes, hedges, grapevines and fruit trees to this charming invader. As ‘Bambi‘ like as they might appear they are one of the country gardener’s worst nightmares. Their tastiest creature comfort is a nibble on the rose bushes but generally they will eat anything with fresh new buds if they are hungry enough. Some shrubs and plants are more deer resistant than others, and I could reel off a long list of plants that deer are not fussed about, but in all cases exclusion is the best way to deal with deer. Before deer fencing became popular deer would have been excluded by high walls or the construction of a ‘ha ha’ which on some estates is still used and as efficient as these might be they are extremely expensive to construct meaning that the ordinary householder is unable to afford them. What to do? Having resident reindeer here at Bailey Ridge meant that we had to deal with the problem of escaping deer very efficiently and so we have a fence. Now you might throw up your hands in horror
at this idea or feel that a fence might l o o k unsightly but actually this is not the case and if anything the benefits by far outweigh the disadvantages. The fence which is polypropylene, semi rigid and ultra violet stabilised weighs a mere 80 grams per square metre, so extremely light weight. It does not rot or rust and at roughly £100 per 100 metre roll, is a fraction of the cost of metal wire netting. Since my husband erected the 1.8 metre high fence around two thirds of the property deer have been unable to enter the Christmas tree plantation or the nursery, where they would most certainly wreak havoc. Viewed from a little distance you would be hard pressed to recognise that a fence was present apart from the timber uprights which are placed at regular intervals to support it. Even the supports need not be placed at the usual fence panel interval as the material is so light. A fence of this kind can also be instrumental in keeping rabbits out especially if the fencing is close woven and can be dug down under the soil by 300mm. Happy deer-free gardening!! Sue Dodge
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THE YETMINSTER & RYME GARDEN, ARTS AND CRAFT SOCIETY THE X FACTOR
If anyone had come along to our meeting in June feeling a little low, I bet by the end of the evening they were leaving with big smiles on their faces. Neil Ross can boast a very impressive CV in the gardening world – in fact across the world – but he comes with a light touch and an appealing down to earth humour. His subject, in fact his passion, is to encourage gardeners to be bolder and more adventurous with their gardens. He pointed out that though we love our roses and
peonies at the moment, once this first flush of perfection is over, our gardens should be going into August with gusto and confidence. His view: our gardens should look like they are having a party and all the plants should be having fun. He came with ten practical points on how we might achieve what he calls putting the ‘X factor’ into our gardens so we can create more impact and charm throughout the summer. His talk was so entertaining that along the way I lost what the ten points were, but I don’t think that mattered. The gist and tips were the main thing. Soggy duvets is how he described safe but boring planting. Forget tidy box ball, swathes of geraniums and clumps of phlox. Plants love to mingle and get up to mischief, so let them. We need themes, and feelings and intriguing silhouettes at twilight; striking complementary colours, a variety of leaf shapes and sizes, repeat planting, flamboyant
flowers such as huge tulips that flop about and look decadent. We should, he says, be creating a sense of theatre and showing off with big pots and whacky sculpture, and, and, and … He was very entertaining and very convincing. I just wish I’d known earlier it was that simple.
TALKING ABOUT GARDENS AND PARTIES, 14�� July is our members’ Summer Party. All members will be emailed with details at the beginning of July. We have lots of fun in store for you, so do come. THE YETMINSTER SUMMER SHOW Saturday 15�� August if you haven’t already received a schedule, they are available from The Old School Gallery in the High Street or online, see below. We are looking forward to a bumper number of entries this year. Pandy Brown, Society Secretary
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At our May meeting Clare Davis gave us a demonstration of her Belly Dancing skills! She showed us some tricks of the trade and explained the difference between Turkish and Egyptian belly dancing. She demonstrated many different styles of dancing, using all parts of the body with and without veils but she was insistent that before you start, you must do warm up exercises as you would do in any sport. Her interest in Belly Dancing started 16 years ago when she went to a Turkish restaurant in Blandford and loved what she saw and thought she ought to give it a go! Talking of giving it a go she asked for volunteers and Carol Porter joined her in two different dances and we all decided she was a natural! Clare had brought various of her beautiful costumes with her and she passed them around for us to look at the intricate beading and sequins but also to feel how heavy they were. Clare also teaches Zumba and Fitsteps a very energetic lady and it was a truly entertaining evening. Our July meeting is the return of Tony Castleton and THE WORK OF LIVING PAINTINGS and in August Sharandys are bringing their Birds of Prey.
Don’t forget 11�� July when we host our FAMILY FUN AFTERNOON in aid of Julia Hospice at Sarah Tatchell's home from 2-4pm. I attended the transmission of the Centenary AGM from The Royal Albert Hall in Sturminster Newton on 5�� June. We had three very entertaining speakers, Lucy Worsley who is the Chief Curator of the Royal Palaces of London who is based at Hampton Court who spoke on the history of the 100 years of the WI and is making a programme on the WI to be shown on BBC2 called "Cake Bakers & Troublemakers"(!), Baroness Tanni Grey Thompson who having been disabled since the age of seven regaled us with many funny stories about her life and family and finally Helen Morrisey, the mother of nine children and the CEO of a City Finance Company. Sadly the video link to London broke down during her talk and although we were eventually reconnected, we had missed half of it. The NFWI Chair, Janice Langley, was most impressive in keeping control of the meeting especially as there were several technical difficulties with microphones. I found the singing of the National Anthem when the Queen arrived very moving and she was accompanied by Princess Anne and the Countess of Wessex. It was quite a long day but very interesting and we were given an excellent lunch! Anne Reason
THE WRIGGLE VALLEY MOTHERS' UNION
RHYMEWelcome to Rob & Sue Wydra who have a last managed to move into Fern Cottage (Jean Meadens) after months of reno-
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In May we met at Frances Moule's home to share Holy Communion and a Bring and Share supper - it was a very special evening and huge thanks to Patrick and Frances Moule for hosting the evening. Rev Simon Brignall led the Communion and we are all going to miss Simon and Clare when they leave us for Chile as they have both been faithful members of our Branch. In June several of us went to West Bay on a beautiful summery evening to meet up with Jane Trower who used to be our Leader and we all enjoyed a Fish and Chips supper. DATES FOR YOUR DIARY. Tuesday 4�� August there will be a TEDDY BEARS' PICNIC from 10am-12pm in and around St Andrew's Leigh to celebrate Mary Sumner Day. Tuesday 1�� September 7pm we are holding a MUSIC & POETRY EVENT at The Old School Gallery in Yetminster - please look out for posters nearer the time. If you would like to join us in any of our activities, please do contact Margaret Shipman 872440. Anne Reason
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Alice in Wonderland and Mulberries from Oyster Beds No, we haven’t uncovered a lost Lewis Carroll story – just a couple of highlights from the society’s outing to Lyndhurst and Buckler’s Hard. Lyndhurst boasts the magnificent church of St Michael and All Angels. An 1860s church with horizontal strings of red, white and cream brickwork, vaulted arches and Burne-Jones stained glass windows. Behind the altar table a stunning fresco by Frederic Leighton (later Lord Leighton, president of the Royal Academy) depicts the parable of the foolish virgins. High up are statues of angels carved in cedar, also by Burne-Jones. One leaflet described them as “lifesized”. How the writer or Burne-Jones knew the dimensions of a life-sized angel will remain forever a mystery! Here too is the grave of A l i c e Hargreaves. As Alice Liddell, when a young girl, she was the heroine of the Lewis Carroll fantasies, Alice in Wonderland and Alice Through the Looking Glass. Later marrying and having three sons, her two elder boys were killed at the Somme within a week of each other. Their memorial is also in the church. Such sadness. But at least the youngest, also serving, survived the war. Buckler’s Hard: its fortunes seem to have risen and fallen like the tides. In
the 18th century the Duke of Montagu tried to create a “free port” to import/export sugar from the West Indies. It was not a success. Then it turned to shipbuilding – wooden ships for the Royal Navy. It took 10 acres of mature oak trees to build one ship. The trees were supplied by the Montagu estate. fifty ships were built of which three fought at Trafalgar. Wood was replaced by iron: decline again. Later in the 19th century the river and its shallow banks provided sites for the cultivation of oysters. Eventually this too proved a commercial failure. Recovery came in the early 20th century with the rise of tourism following visits by respective royal families. World War II found a strategic use for the abandoned oyster beds: the construction of the famous Mulberry Harbours so crucial to the success of the D-Day landings and subsequent operations. All rounded off with a boat trip on the scenic River Beaulieu. Well done and thanks to the organisers.
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Visit to Heale Gardens on 1�� June. The weather forecast was not promising for the trip to Heale Gardens. The proportion of members taking umbrellas was a good indication that we were going to get wet. However it only rained while we had lunch, after which we had a conducted tour with a very knowledgeable head gardener who took us on a leisurely amble around the extraordinary gardens. Along footpaths mowed through lawns with vistas whichever way you looked. The kitchen garden was an abundance of differing
techniques including cordon sweet peas, very well grown but labour intensive. There are top fruit espaliers trained over long tunnel supports which gives a feeling of dedicated secateur work and neck pain. But is worth every aspirin. Wandering on through the box hedging towards the 16�� Century house built by Sir William Greene and given to his daughter as a wedding present in 1553, the facade of which is enchanting. The garden here is of a formal structure with a long impressive York stone footpath down to the lovely aged pale red brick of the house. At this point I ought to mention the formal gardens were laid out by Harold Ainsworth Peto in 1906 most of which has been retained. There are around the house and gardens some outstanding wisterias, rare and unusual trees especially from Japan which complement the Japanese tea house built over a trout stream, which actually contains trout. The weather still dry we returned to the tea rooms for tea and cake and a chance for some retail therapy. This was a well planned visit and many thanks to Steve Porter for arranging this outing. John Eke
CHETNOLE CRICKET CLUB If anyone is interested in playing some cricket this summer at Chetnole - from the village or surrounding area - you would be most welcome. Please get in touch at:
Chetnole Cricket Club Web Site: www.chetnolecc.co.uk Or telephone: 01935 872748 Rodney Yeatman
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CLUB NEWS
CHETNOLE CHUCKERS PÉTANQUE CLUB The Club played its first friendly game of the season on the afternoon of Tuesday 9 June - a home game against the Piddle Valley. Last year we were not able to find a date suitable for both Clubs, so it was with pleasure that we were able to arrange a competition relatively early in the season and welcome back our old friends and rivals. The matches of the two previous years had both resulted in a draw, so we knew we were quite evenly matched teams. It was a fairly dull day but dry with occasional short breaks of sun. With teams of six players each, we played three games of doubles followed by two games of triples. The games were close, but this season the Chuckers won with a final score of 4-1. After the match, the Club hosted the visitors to afternoon tea under a gazebo set up next to the pétanque terrain. (However, the large Village Hall teapot, temporarily adorned with the Club logo, still did not quite equal the magnificent china teapot the Piddle Valley team are now famous for!)
It was a most enjoyable afternoon. Many thanks to the ladies who prepared the superb selection of sandwiches and cakes, and to Blair Sibun, the Club Match Fixer, for arranging it all. Ian Wood, Secretary
WRIGGLE VALLEY WOMEN’S GROUP Our May meeting, held at Gable Court, was a fascinating meeting when Jenny Gloster talked about her career working with children who had specific learning difficulties. The in-depth information on what causes problems, how to help those children and how they progressed made many of us remember instances when we were growing up. It was interesting to find that these children were often very clever in some direction. Jenny brought along some examples of work done by these children which showed another insight into the difficulties they may have and a list of English words we were to “correct”, proved most of us mere mortals struggled with the English written word also! The WVWG is meeting in May at Athelhampton House but the 21�� July meeting is a Planning meeting at Gable Court, so come along with ideas you have and help plan the next year’s programme. Pat Smith
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TUESDAY CLUB - MAY Our programme promised us a visit from Philippa Toulson to talk to us about Folk South West, but we were doubly blessed by having Eddie Upton as well. Back in 1991 South West Arts Folk Performing Arts Council invited bids for funding of £20 to £30,000 for three years. Folk South West submitted a business plan and was successful. This involved lots of work in schools and communities, from Cornwall to Wiltshire. In 2000 Philippa joined and one of their main jobs then included celebrating the bi-centenary of Brunel with forty-five schools. The group continued very busily until 2008 when they lost their funding At this point great changes had to be made one of which involved moving their offices from Montacute House to the more modest Church Farm. The group is of course very interested in the songs and carols that survive in the area and from the beginning
have been involved with Bodmin Wassail. This dates back to 1624 when money was endowed for refreshments for the Wassailers and not only were the songs handed down but also the costumes for the wassailing to be performed on the 6�� January each year. Several other places in the South-West have their own carols including Longburton , Odcombe, Dunster and Padstow. Other activities in the year include a strong presence at Sidmouth Folk Week with a children’s festival, Edwardian Music Hall and a weekend of song writing at Pogles Wood encouraging writing in reluctant children. Needless to say Eddie and Philippa interspersed their talk with numerous songs and finished up with a lovely rendering of Lavender’s Blue Dilly, Dilly, Rosemary’s Green. Their wedding was to take place just four days later and we all wished them many happy years together. Our meeting in July is on Recycling and then after a break in August we have the pleasure of a return visit from Eddie with Dorset Songs in September. Sylvia Brian
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LEIGH DISCUSSION CLUB – MAY 2015 At 9.00am Tuesday 19th May we set off for our first coach trip of the Summer to The Historic Dockyard at Portsmouth. We arrived in Portsmouth just after 11.00am. The Driver collected Tickets and Maps and handed them out to us with the instructions to be back on the bus at 6.00pm. Looking at the maps it was obvious we would be
hard pushed to see everything. So everyone chose their own Itinerary and set off to enjoy the day. HMS Victory and The Mary Rose Museum were the star attractions with other boats, exhibitions and a boat-trip around the harbour to choose between. The weather was very kind to us. Just one short shower and then the sun
came out. As we started our return journey however, heavy rain so the timing had been perfect! With such a choice of exhibits, boats, entertaining displays and good facilities the Portsmouth Historic Docks had certainly given us all a very enjoyable day out.
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Regular Meetings…. Every Mon Table tennis Bev’s Core Vinyassa Flow Yoga
Every Tue
9.30-12.30pm 9.30-10.30am
Leigh Village Hall Chetnole Village Hall
Leigh Short Mat Bowls Just Gym Gymnastic class
2-5pm 4.15-6.30pm
Leigh Village Hall St Andrew’s Primary School
Yetminster Table Tennis Club Yetminster Bell Ringers
7:30 pm 7.30pm-10pm
Scout Hut, Yetminster St Andrew's Church
Topsy Turvy Toddlers 9-11.30am Chetnole Art Group (until Easter) 10am-1pm
St Andrew's Primary School Chetnole Village Hall
Beginners Pilates Beavers (in term)
1.30 & 2.35pm 6 - 7pm
Chetnole Village Hall Scout Hut Yetminster
10-12 noon 10.30-11.30am
Chetnole Village Hall Leigh Village Hall
3pm (until Oct) 3.15 pm-4.05pm
Yetminster Playing Fields St Andrew's Primary School
Every Wed Drop in Coffee Morning Morning Yoga Class Croquet Coach/Play Wednesday Club (in term)
Zumba 4pm Chetnole Chuckers Pétanque Club 5pm summer only
Leigh Village Hall Chetnole Playing Fields
Croquet
5pm summer only
Church Farm, Hermiatge
Junior WV Players (in term) Beginners yoga
6.30-7.45pm 7pm
Scout Hut Yetminster St Andrew’s Primary School
7-10pm 9.30-10.30am
St Andrew's Hall, Yetminster Leigh Village Hall
Advanced Pilates Pear Tree Baby & Toddler
10am 1.30-3pm
Chetnole Village Hall Pear Tree Preschool
Yetminster Short Mat Bowls Leigh Rainbows (5-7yrs)
2-5pm 5.45-7pm
St Andrew's Hall, Yetminster Trim Room, Yetminster
Leigh Brownies (7-10yrs) Guides
5.45-7pm 7-8.30pm
Yetminster Jubilee Hall Yetminster Jubilee Hall
Cubs Leigh Short Mat Bowls
6.30-8pm 7-10pm
Scout Hut, Yetminster Leigh Village Hall
Chetnole Community Choir Table Tennis
7.30 pm 9.30-12.30pm
Chetnole Village Hall Leigh Village Hall
Croquet Club (May - Oct) Beavers (in term)
3pm 6-7pm
Yetminster Sports Club Scout Hut Yetminster
Every Sat
Croquet Irish Dancers
3pm 10.15 am
Yetminster Sports Club Yetminster Jubilee Hall
Every Sun
Chetnole Chuckers Pétanque Club 3pm summer only
Yetminster Short Mat Bowls Every Thur Fitsteps
Every Fri
Chetnole Playing Fields
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REGULAR VILLAGE EVENTS NEWS
…Events & Activities 1st Mon
Chetnole & Leigh Garden Club
7:30pm
Chetnole Village Hall
1st Tue
Leigh Discussion Club (wint)
7.30 - 10.30pm
Leigh Village Hall
Wriggle Valley MU (alt months)
7pm
Church Hall, Yetminster
Tuesday Club
2.30 - 4pm
Leigh Village Hall
Yetminster & Ryme Garden Soc.
7.30pm
Yetminster Jubilee Hall
Senior Winter Lunch Outings
7.30pm
Sue Footner 873610
(not July/Aug) Halstock & Distr. British Legion
3rd Tues
Rest & Welcome Pub
WV Women's Group
7.30pm
Gable Court
Wriggle Valley Lunch Club
12.15 - 3pm
Leigh Village Hall
Leigh Parish Council - alt mnths
7.30pm
Leigh Village Hall
Last Tues
Leigh Women's Institute
7.30 - 11pm
Leigh Village Hall
1st Wed
Yetminster Senior Citizens
3pm
The Meadens
Batcombe Coffee Morning
11am
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Coffee Beans Coffee Morning
10-12noon
Yetminster Jubilee Hall
Yetminster Historical Society
2.30pm
Yetminster Jubilee Hall
2nd Wed
2 - 3pm
The Cross, Leigh
2nd/4th Wed High Stoy Bible Study
Police Support Unit
7.30pm
Venue contact 872342
3rd Wed
District Council Ward Surgery
11am - 12noon
Old School Gallery, Yetminster
Last Wed
Woodland Wednesdays
12.45-2.45pm
Pogles Wood nr Leigh
[not Aug & Dec]
Yetminster & Ryme Intrinseca PC
Police Community Support
Wed/f/night Sturminster Mobile Library
Bridport Mobile Library
Wed - Sat
Friary Shop
1st & 3rd Thu Yetminster Scribblers
By Church, Yetminster 7.30pm
St.Andrew's Primary School
11.15am
Church Lane, Hermitage
11.50am
Shearstones, Yetminster
2pm
Stonyacres, Yetminster
10.55 am
Carpenters' Arms, Leigh
11.30pm
St Peter’s Church, Chetnole
2.30 - 4.30pm
The Friary, Hilfield
6.30 - 8pm
Old School Gallery, Yet
2nd Thu/alt mth
Chetnole & Stockwood PC
8pm
Chetnole Village Hall
Last Thurs
Yetminster Fair Association
7:30 PM
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BATCOMBE Nil CHETNOLE WD/D/15/000694 27/04/2015 LAND ADJACENT MEADOW VIEW AND BLOSSOM HILL, STOCKWOOD ROAD - Erect 2no. traditional dwelling houses with double garages (Full). No Decision. WD/D/15/000752 20/04/2015 THE BARN, NEALS LANE –Conversion of barn to a dwelling (Full). No Decision HERMITAGE & HILFIELD WD/D/15/001024 30/04/2015 SUNNYSIDE FARM, HERMITAGE, HOLNEST – Extend pond & create access track (Retrospective) (Full). No Decision. WD/D/15/000400 11/03/2015 HILFIELD FRIARY, THE FRIARY, HILFIELD – Construction of a wood chip store,in which to store material for an existing biomass boiler. The proposed store will sit next to the biomass boiler building. Approved. LEIGH WD/D/15/001144 01/06/2015 EVERDENE, TOTNELL – Replacement dwelling with self-contained annex & new garage/workshop with storage over (Full). No Decision. WD/D/15/000541 24/04/2015 CARPENTERS ARMS, CHETNOLE ROAD - Conversion of the Carpenters Arms from one to two residential units & internal alterations (retrospective) (Full). Under consideration. WD/D/15/000510 02/03/2015 FRAMPTON FARM, CHETNOLE ROAD - Erection of multipurpose agricultural/equestrian building (Full). Withdrawn. MELBURY BUBB WD/D/15/001067 05/05/2015 WOOLCOMBE HAYS - Internal & external alterations (Listed Building Consent). No Decision. WD/D/15/000139 13/02/2015 REDFORD FARM, REDFORD FARM JUNCTION, REDFORD WD/D/15/000140 TO MARTINSFIELD – conversion of agricultural outbuilding to self contained unit of accommodation ancillary to the main residence. Full and Listed Building Consent. Approved. WD/D/14/003347 24/12/2014 MELBURY BUBB MANOR, BUBB LANE– Request for confirmation of compliance with Condition 3 of planning approval WD/D/14/002025 (Compliance with Conditions). No Decision. RYME INTRINSECA WD/D/15/001125 27/05/2015 CASWELL FARM, COMMON LANE - Amendment to Planning Permission reference 1/D/13/000242 - Revised site layout, revised racking and fence details. (Non-material Amendment). No Decision. WD/D/15/000863 11/05/2015 OLD COURT HOUSE, RYME ROAD - Extend annex called Orchard Cottage. Build conservatory & WC against studio building both in the garden of the Old Court House (Full). No Decision.
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WD/D/15/000852 07/04/2015 LAND WEST OF DOWNFIELD – Demolition of agricultural building and garages, erection of up to 5 dwellings and alterations to existing access (Outline). Under consideration. WD/D/15/000401 09/03/2015 CUCKOOS NEST, CUCKOO HILL LIVERY STABLES, CUCKOO HILL, RYME INTRINSECA – Temporary consent for planning permission for the retention of the Chalet (1/D/10/001784) for a period of 2 years to allow time to complete the sale of Cuckoo Hill Livery Stables and for planning permission 1/D/11/001849 to be fully completed. Full. Under consideration. YETMINSTER WD/CA/15/001224 19/05/2015 2 WILLOW FARM COTTAGES, BRISTER END - Insertion of new window to front elevation above existing Porch (Full). No Decision. WD/CA/15/001225 19/05/2015 BINGERS, RYME ROAD – Extension to existing dwelling, demolition of existing garage, new build gym and store, new build garage and alterations to gradient of entrance drive. (Full). No Decision. WD/CA/15/000138 27/04/2015 THATCH COTTAGE, BRISTER END – Fell 2 Cherry Trees. Granted. WD/D/15/000815 01/04/2015 LAND ADJACENT TO MILL LANE - Erect detached dwelling and associated parking (Full). Under consideration. WD/D/15/000814 31/03/2015 WEST HILL FARM, BRISTER END - Construct agricultural building (Full). Approved. WD/D/15/000341 19/03/2015 JOURNEYS END, THORNFORD ROAD – Extension and detached garage. Full. Approved. The next Development Control Committee meetings will take place on 9�� Jul and 13�� Aug 2015, the meetings start 2.15 in Committee Room A & B, South Walks House, Dorchester. A full register of all past and present planning applications can be found at: www.dorsetforyou.com/planning applications. Graham Plaice
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