Month: May 2020
The Eta Aquariids Meteor shower peaks 5-7 May
The weather is expected to improve this week with clear skies 🙂 This gives us all the opportunity to watch some shooting stars! The Eta Aquarids is one of two meteor showers caused by debris from Halley’s Comet. (The Earth passes through Halley’s path around the Sun a second time in October, creating the Orionid meteor shower towards the end of the month.) They get their name because they appear to originate from the constellation Aquarius, found in the southern sky. Looking South will therefore give you a better chance – but you can see them from all directions!
Don’t expect to walk out your back door, look up and see them! You need to allow your eyes 15-20 minutes to adjust to the light – so wrap up warm, take a blanket – get comfortable because once your ‘eye is in’ – you’ll see lots. Enjoy!
Nearest Covid-19 testing for essential workers
Local MP Chris Loder has stated: “I’d like to share an important update on testing for key workers in Dorset: As part of the Department for Health and Social Care’s COVID-19 testing for key workers there are two mobile units in Dorset.
From today until Monday these units will be at Weymouth’s park and ride site and West Bay’s main car park. From Tuesday 5 May until Friday 8 May the units will be based at Fairfield car park in Dorchester and Marsh and Ham car park in Blandford.
You need to have an appointment for these drive-through facilities.
Find out more at: www.gov.uk/coronavirus”
Broadwindsor Community Stores receive grant for new freezer.
Chairman Andrew Hookings said “I am pleased to announce, as the video will show, that we have been successful in applying to the Dorset Community Foundation and have received a grant of £2,000. In addition, we have received support from the Broadwindsor Group Parish Council in the form of a grant for a further £2,000. We are now in the process of sourcing a new display freezer.”
Beaminster Businesses operating.
A useful list of businesses in Beaminster, some doing deliveries.
Don’t be afraid to ask for help!
#StayAtHome #StaySafe
Team News – May 2020
May’s edition of Team News is available in pdf format HERE
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Did you know it was Garden Naked Day?
Local butcher, Nick Tett did!
Jurassic Fields festival postponed until 2021
Following suit of many of the summer festivals planned, due to the Covid-19 outbreak, Jurassic Fields have announced the cancellation of this year’s festival with all the announced acts rescheduled to play in 2021. 9th – 11th July 2021. Read their full message below. #StayAtHome
Please support 13yr old Charlie from Mosterton!
“Hello everyone! My name is Charlie Wheeler, I am 13 years old from Mosterton! This month I am cycling 300 miles to raise money for the NHS! I am so grateful for all of the donations I have had so far! If you would like to donate or read more about my sponsered cycle then click on the link below! Thank you everyone and stay safe ❤️“
You can donate to Charlie’s JustGiving page by clicking Here
Donating through JustGiving is simple, fast and totally secure. Once you donate, they’ll send your money directly to NHS Charities Together, so it’s the most efficient way to give – saving time and cutting costs for the charity.
Well done Charlie!
Nat’s Fish ‘n’ Chip van here on Tuesday, 4th.
Nat’s Van will be in Broadwindsor’s Comrades Hall car park on Tuesday evening after visiting Drimpton.
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PRE ORDER ANYTIME from NOW up until 5pm Monday night.
07803 257674
Text 📱 (preferably) or call 📞 (please leave a voicemail)
Natalie will text you the evening before informing you of your collection time 🤩
Very much appreciated Nat – Thank you!
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