Month: November 2025

Broadwindsor Film Club – Friday, 21st Nov.

This Friday, at The Comrades Hall, the Community Film Club will be showing:

The Penguin Lessons

Director: PETER CATTANEO
Starring: STEVE COOGAN & JONATHAN PRYCE

(Running time: 1 hour 50 mins.)

Starring Oscar nominee Steve Coogan, this poignant comedy drama from director Peter Cattaneo follows an Englishman’s personal and political awakening after he adopts a penguin during a cataclysmic period in Argentine history.

Inspired by the true story of a disillusioned Englishman who went to work in a school in Argentina in 1976. Expecting an easy ride, Tom discovers a divided nation and a class of unteachable students. However, after he rescues a penguin from an oil-slicked beach, his life is turned upside-down.

Watch the trailer HERE.

  • Doors open at 7pm for 7.30pm.
  • Film Club members – Free entry
  • Guests – £4 (cash please)
  • Not essential but to help estimate numbers, please book your ticket(s) in advance by contacting: Alex Cook, Admin and membership secretary,
    broadwindsorfilmclub@gmail.com
  • Cash Only Bar – Drinks & Refreshments

#Broadwindsor #Blackdown #Burstock #Drimpton #Hursey #Kittwhistle #Seaborough #Dorset #WestDorset #Community #Village #November #FilmClub #SteveCoogan #ThePenguinLessons  #NightAtTheMovies #OffToTheFlicks #TheComradesHall #BeKind #BeSafe #StaySafe

Lest We Forget…

There appeared to be a little confusion this year over Remembrance services in Broadwindsor.  At the service held earlier today (11.11.2025), Chairman of the Group Parish Council, Rick Dyke apologised and stated communications between the Church and the Council would be better next year.

Many attended Sunday’s service, led by Rev. Jo Neary at the Church and many then walked up to the war memorial at Cross Keys.  Rev. Neary did not accompany them, there was no representation from the parish council but one resident was there, bearing the Merchant Standard flag.  Local resident Peter Davies (pictured)  dipped the flag and all present observed a two minute silence.  Peter then spoke, “We shall remember them“. The attending public thanked Peter.  The White Lion opened half an hour earlier on Sunday.

This morning’s service was led graciously by Rick Dyke with no flag bearers or church representation present and no input from our primary school either. Although only half the number that were present on Sunday, Rick read out the name of the fallen, music was played via a mobile ‘phone and the 2 minute silence accurately observed.
Rick thanked those present and reiterated his apology for any confusion caused.
“What matters is that they HAVE been remembered!” said one attendee.

One doesn’t have to have served or be in service with any of our country’s forces to become a member of the Royal British Legion:


The Royal British Legion is open to membership from 13 years of age.
For 13-18 year old individuals – membership is FREE.
Over 18 years – membership is only £22/year.

Please contact their local Recruitment Officer, Chris Gardner at chrisgardner04@hotmail.co.uk for more information.

 

#Broadwindsor #Burstock #Blackdown #Drimpton #Hursey #Kittwhistle #Seaborough #Village #Community #WestDorset #DorsetLife #Rural #Dorset #RBL #LestWeForget  #Remembrance #WeShallRememberThem #BeKind #BeSafe #StaySafe

Don’t Feed The Birds In Fullers!

Behind Enemy Lines – Friday, 7th November

Starting at the slightly later time of 8pm to accommodate the Cricket Club’s Firework display, the Comrades Hall will be showing Louise Jordan’s incredible story of the women who operated as spies in occupied France during the World War 2 – Behind Enemy Lines.

After the fall of France in 1940, SOE (Special Operations Executive) was established by Winston Churchill to ‘set Europe ablaze’. Transgressing gender expectations, these extraordinary women were trained in sabotage, subversion and silent killing. Thirty-nine women were infiltrated into Nazi occupied France and together their courage, daring, ingenuity and sacrifice helped defeat Nazi terror. Behind Enemy Lines will bring their stories to life through original songs, live music, storytelling, soundscape, acting and choreography 🙂

Whilst the SOE operated across the globe Louise realised that the project had to be more focused and so Louise selected the 41 female agents of ‘F Section’ who worked in France.

Described in the Sunday Express as “Haunting and unforgettable“, this production is recommended for ages 14+ (references to violence against women).

Louise Jordan

The thread that underpins all of Louise’s work is her desire to challenge existing narratives around gender and power.
Her research included a very moving visit to the former concentration camp and memorial at Natzweiler-Struthof in Alsace, France where four of the agents were gruesomely executed. Louise also received generous support from several academics.

This Friday, 8pm at the Comrades Hall.

Book now online at artsreach.co.uk or telephone 07740 949904/email catcymraes58@gmail.com
Please note both tickets at the door and bar are cash only – thank you.

#Broadwindsor #Burstock #Blackdown #Drimpton #Hursey #Kittwhistle #Seaborough #Village #Community #WestDorset #DorsetLife #Rural #Dorset #TheComradesHall #2025 #Artsreach #LouiseJordan #BeKind #BeSafe #StaySafe

Hunted Down!

Our local dairy farmer & councillor, Andrew Frampton together with his friend, Robin Goodfellow, almost managed to evade capture for 21 days and win a share of a £100,000 jackpot! The final episode aired last night (Monday 3rd) and has had many of us holding our breath as situations intensified.

Andrew, who was repeatedly shown in the opening credits saying “Should have done Bake Off!” together with his frend, Robin evaded Chief, Ray Howard and his team while mocking them at the same time, leading the Chief to comment they had “all the charm of a prostate exam!”

Andrew & Robin on the Thames.

Robin Goodfellow was hunted down in the penultimate episode which ended with Chief Ray saying “Without Robin, Andrew is no Batman“.

Unfortunately, Andrew was caught at a service station near Bromley en route to his home where he had to go to collect his extraction details. Chief Ray said to Andrew “You’ve given us a very good run. Hats off to you.  Full respect.”  He also commented that the programmes’ psychologist had taken early retirement! 😀

Well done to both Andrew & Robin! See you in Bake Off?

Click HERE to watch/stream the ‘Hunted’ series on Channel 4.


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Beaminster Community Larder Starts Today

With Broadwindsor & Drimpton volunteers & members, Beaminster is the new focus for FareShare‘s campaign to reduce food waste and help those with a low income or struggling with bills.  This is not means tested – all DT8 residents are welcome.

Registration opened last week but you can register at any time.  Here’s all you need to know…

NEW VENUE – BEAMINSTER MEMORIAL PAVILION

Open every Monday (except Bank Holidays) from 4pm to 6pm for food collection. The Larder is open to DT8 residents on low income. Just bring proof of address when you apply.

✅ Membership fees are paid one week in advance by cash (£2.50 for individual, £5.00 for +2 family members)
✅ If you can’t attend, you may ask another member to collect on your behalf
✅ Remember to bring your receipt for payment (Including if you are collecting on someone’s behalf)
✅ Please treat our volunteers and venue staff with kindness. Abuse will not be tolerated
Thank you to the volunteers who make this happen and to Beaminster Town Council which has been so supportive with the new home and arrangements.

#Broadwindsor #Burstock #Blackdown #Hursey #Kittwhistle #Seaborough #Drimpton #Dorset #DT8 #Village #Community #FareShare #ThankYou #Volunteers #Beaminster #Larder #Support #Food #ReduceFoodWaste #BeKind #BeSafe #StaySafe