Month: May 2021

Dairy Farmer Andrew Frampton Is On TV Again

Only 4 months ago, we watched local dairy farmer and councillor, Andrew Frampton lose his opportunity to win money to buy himself a new plough on Michael McIntyre’s BBC show ‘The Wheel‘. Yesterday on social media, Andrew declared he is at it again: “So having humiliated myself on gameshows its time to branch out and humiliate myself on quiz shows.”

This time he is appearing on Channel 4 in a new afternoon quiz show, ‘The Answer Trap‘ hosted by Anita Rani.

  • Host Anita Rani will challenge the teams to place answers from a series of lists into their relevant categories. However not all the answers belong in the categories, some are devilish decoys – Answer Traps.
  • The Answer Traps have been set by iconic quizzers Bobby Seagull and Frank Paul, with the brainiacs competing to see who can catch the most players in their traps.
  • If the teams can assign the answers to the correct categories and avoid the traps, they get the opportunity to play for a £10,000 jackpot on the final question.

Teams?

Yes! This time Andrew is not competing alone. He has the help and extra brainpower from his sister, Gillian Yeates.  Andrew commented “Expect my usual lack of general knowledge to shine through.”
Tune in or record –

  • Friday 21st May, 3pm on Channel 4

Good luck to you both!

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Moody & Murky Skies Mid-Afternoon

All day today we have witnessed episodes of dark, moody skies and thunder and lightning.  These have been followed by short episodes of sunshine… only to return.  Nothing is forecast to change for the next few days.
The three images used here were captured this afternoon by local resident Molly James, from her bedroom window.

A very dark and moody sky.

More lightning.

Not-So-Sunny Dorset

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Dorset Tourism Awards 2021/2022

The Dorset Tourism Awards are free to enter as they are supported by many Sponsors and Partners.

The 2021/22 awards categories cover the full range of tourism-related businesses including pubs, cafes and restaurants as well as accommodation, wedding and business venues, attractions, events and experiences.  There is a new award for ‘Resilience and Innovation’, as well as opportunities to submit entries for Unsung Heroes, new businesses, dog friendly, accessibility and sustainability.

  • To view the many award categories and their sponsors this year – Click HERE.
  • To create an account to submit your entry to – Click HERE.
  • To submit your entry through their Online Portal only – Click HERE.
    Note: entries cannot be accepted via email or any other format.

There are two workshops to help you with your entry – they will be online using Zoom and can be booked via the links below:

All entries must be submitted online by 31st August 2021 but with the optimistic outlook of a very busy summer ahead, it is recommended that businesses start their applications as soon as possible.

  • May 2021 – 2021/22 Awards, now open for entry.
  • 25th May 2021 – Awards workshop, 2.00pm.
  • 15th June 2021- Awards workshop, 11.00am.
  • 31st Aug 2021 – Awards close for entries.
  • May – Oct 2021 – judging, to include mystery visits (if Govt. …
  • 21st Nov 2021 – Jan 2022 – Finalists announced.
  • 20th January 2022 (TBC) – Dorset Awards ceremony, Lighthouse, Poole.

Good luck to all entrants!

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The White Lion – Open At 6pm, Friday 21st May

Vikki and Spike at the White Lion will be welcoming customers into the pub for a drink next Friday evening 🙂 The kitchen remains closed.

Opening Times:

  • Fridays: 6pm -10.30pm
  • Saturdays: 6pm -10.30pm
  • Sundays: 12 noon – 5.00pm

Covid restrictions still apply:

  • you must wear your mask, unless seated.
  • you must sign in with Track and Trace.
  • you must be seated.

Booking your table is advised.

Tel: 01308 867070
Email: info@whitelionbroadwindsor.co.uk

We look forward to seeing you again!

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Fresh Local Beef On Sale Saturday Afternoon

Fresh Beef is available for collection from Marshwood Country Beef on Saturday 15th May. Orders may be collected after this time but produce will be frozen. This is on a first come first served basis.
Contact: 01297 678362 or email: marshwood.countrybeef@outlook.com

Available products are:

Sirloin Steak:

  • 2kg £75.00,
  • 1.7kg £60.00,
  • 1.5kg £57.00.

Fillet Steak:

  • 650gm £25.00,
  • 800gm £30.00.

Rib Beef: 

  • 2.2kg £35.00,
  • 1.8 kg £30.00,
  • 1.7kg £25.00.

Rump Steak:

  • 2.6kg £40.00,
  • 2.2kg £34.00,
  • 2kg £30.00.

Beef Mince:

  • 500gm £5.00 for 1
  • or 2 for £4.50 each.

DIY Burger boxes (all ingredients to make delicious burgers including 500gm beef mince) £7.00.

Beef Box including:

  • Sirloin Steak £75.00,
  • Fillet Steak 25.00,
  • Rib of Beef £30.00,
  • Rump Steak £30.00 – £150.00

Marshwood Country Beef

Remember, this is on a first come first served basis.
Please email your order to:
marshwood.countrybeef@outlook.com

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Broadwindsor’s Community Film Club Restarts Next Week

Next Friday, 21st May Film Club members will be able to go to the Comrades Hall and watch Dame Helen Mirren & Sir Ian McKellen star in The Good Liar (more below).

It is only £20/year (£15 if you’re over 65 yrs.) to join Broadwindsor’s Film Club.  They are halfway through their subscription year, renewals being in November 2021. New members are very welcome and can join at any time throughout the year.  Due to people moving and leaving the village, the Film Club desperately need some people to join their small team.
Please contact:
Emma Myers by email: broadwindsorem@gmail.com or
Margaret Wing on: 01308 867252.

The Good LiarThe Good Liar (15) – directed by Bill Condon

Dame Helen Mirren and Sir Ian McKellen star together on screen for the first time in this suspenseful drama about the secrets people keep and the lies they live.

The Good Liar sees career con man, Roy (Ian McKellen) set his sights on recently widowed Betty (Helen Mirren), who is worth millions. He means to take it all but as the two draw closer, what should have been another simple swindle takes on the ultimate stakes.

Russell Tovey and Jim Carter also star alongside.

  • Film starts at 7.30pm.
  • No fee for members. Guests not permitted at this time.
  • No refreshments will be served but they hope that will be different in June.
  • Seating is marked out to adhere to Covid-19 regulations and social distancing.
  • Seating is limited to 30 people.
  • Please wear your mask when entering and exiting the hall.

You must email to reserve seats, broadwindsorem@gmail.com, so the hall can be set up accordingly.  Similarly, if you have booked in, please advise if not attending.
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The Knapp Inn – Open At 12 Noon, Monday 17th May

Opening their doors at 12 noon on Monday, 17th May, Lel can’t wait until Monday to welcome customers back to The Knapp in Beaminster.

Landlady, Lesley Waring posted on social media: “It’s been far too long and a tough time for everyone. We have done a few improvements that we hope you all like. Cellar is fully stocked and we are ready to go (I don’t think I’ve forgotten anything but time will tell 😂)

Some restrictions do remain:
  • There will be no entry without a face mask (until your seated).
  • Everyone must sign the book or use the NHS app to register.
  • Table service is still in place.
  • The Rule of 6 still applies.

It is hoped that these restrictions will only be for a month and we can get back to normal drinking.”

Happy Hour!

They are bringing back their Happy Hour (which is infact 2 hours) from 5pm – 7pm,
Monday to Friday.

  • £3.00 a pint
  • San Miguel and Guinness £3.50 a pint
  • Medium wine, £3.00
  • Large wine, £4.00

 

Lel added, “Please stick to the rules coz none of us want to go through this again. On the final countdown and feeling fab. See you on Monday xxxx 😘 🍺“

We look forward to your door’s opening too Lel – Good Luck!

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Chris Loder MP Asks You To Sign His Petition

Chris Loder MP introduced his Animal Welfare (Sentencing) Bill in the House of Commons on 5th February 2020. On 29th April 2021, with the support of Lord Randall of Uxbridge, it became law: the Animal Welfare (Sentencing) Act 2021 (c. 21).
Click HERE to read the full legislation.

Working hard to keep Animal Welfare at the top of the Government’s agenda, he is promoting his new Animal Welfare Action Plan with the aim to:

✅ Recognise animals as sentient in law.
✅ Ban the export of live animals for slaughter and fattening.
✅ Bring in new laws to tackle puppy smuggling.
✅ Prohibit keeping primates as pets.

Banning live animal exports is his priority. He would like your help and support by adding your name and signing his petition.  Click HERE.#Broadwindsor,#Burstock,#Blackdown,#Hursey,#Kittwhistle,#Seaborough,#Drimpton,#Dorset,#BWGPC,#DorsetCouncil,#AnimalWelfareBill,#ChrisLoderMP,#BeKind,#AnimalsDeserveJustice,#ConservativeAnimalWelfareFoundation,#SocialDistancing,#BeSafe,#StaySafe

Ascension Day 2021

Today, Thursday 13th May, is Ascension Day.  It is not a Public Holiday in the UK, Canada, the USA or Australia – but it is a Public Holiday in France, Germany, Austria, Belgium, Finland, Indonesia, Luxembourg, The Netherlands, Norway, Sweden and Vanuatu* (in the South Pacific Ocean). In general, Ascension Day services are positive and uplifting.

*Although 90% of the Indonesian population is Muslim, Ascension Day is a major holiday, and Indonesians who are not Christian often use the holiday to relax. Ascension Day’s traditions are participated in by both Protestants and Catholics in Indonesia. The major Christian event is the 40th day of Easter.

As recorded in the Bible, this is a day when Christians celebrate the Ascension of Jesus Christ into Heaven.  The celebration of the Ascension Day of Jesus Christ always falls on a Thursday as it is celebrated exactly 39 days after Easter Sunday.
The next three Ascension Days shall occur on:

  • 26th May, 2022
  • 18th May, 2023
  • 9th May, 2024

Beaminster Team Churches:

The Beaminster Area team Ministry covers 50 square miles of West Dorset and shares borders with Devon in the Diocese of Exeter and Somerset in the Diocese of Bath and Wells. The Beaminster Team is made up of 14 individual parishes plus the chapel in the grounds of Mapperton House. Their worship demonstrates a wonderful variety of styles ranging from services from the Book of Common Prayer to the child-centred Messy Church, with music a vital part of their activities.
At the helm of this team is The Reverend Canon David Baldwin. With Pioneer Priest Revd Jo Neary, partner priests, licensed lay ministers, and our team administrator, they are supported by their lay pastoral assistants and lay officers. They would be delighted to welcome you to any of their churches.

To read more on Broadwindsor’s St. John the Baptist Church – Click HERE.

Very recently, Rev. Jo led the collective worship in Broadwindsor School’s new outdoor classroom.  Rev. Jo posted on social media:
“It was a joy to see staff and pupils again, to meet the reception class for the first time and to be connected with nature as we worshipped. And even better – we can potentially use the facility for Forest Church. My heart sings. Alleluia.
Lord God, you are awesome and we love you. Amen.”

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360 View From Pilsdon Pen

 

Included on the website’s earlier post on Mental Health Awareness Week is this 43 second video recorded by local photographer, James Dawson. If you turn your volume up – you’ll feel that wind! #ConnectWithNatureDorset

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