”Eat Out to Help Out’ aka “Dosh for Nosh”

Eat Out to Help Out - Rishi SunakAs well as cutting the VAT rate to 5% for hospitality and tourism sectors from July 15 until January 12, 2021, Chancellor Rishi Sunak has said everyone in the country will get the discount in an effort to get customers back into restaurants, cafes and pubs.
There will be a ‘simple website’ for those participating businesses to register on Monday, 13th July.

Meals eaten at any participating business from Monday to Wednesday during August will be 50% cheaper, up to a maximum discount of £10 per head for everyone (Adults & Children).

  • It covers any eat-in meal at any participating restaurant, cafe, pub or other eligible food service establishment across the UK during the month of August.
  • It can be used for food and non-alcoholic drinks.
  • It can be used “unlimited times”

This is only one scheme the Government have introduced to help improve the economy as part of their #PlanForJobs recovery plan.  They are also offering to pay businesses to hire young apprentices, with a payment of £2,000 and introducing a brand-new bonus to hire apprentices aged 25 and over, with a payment of £1,500.

#Broadwindsor #WestDorset #StaySafe #SocialDistancing #Government #PlanForJobs #EatOutToHelpOut #DoshForNosh  #TheWhiteLion

What Should Be Included In The Fantasy Dorset Map?

Fantasy Dorset Map
Fantasy World Maps are saying that it’s time for a new Lord of the Rings style county map! This time it’s the ancient and truly beautiful DORSET!

What else would you like to see added on here? They’ve got most of the main settlements included and now need to fill it with hidden gems – cairns, barrows, anything ancient and wondrous! Any ruins? Places of interest? Even just a beautiful village you think they’ve missed off.
Just let them know and they’ll do their best to get it in 😃 Thank you!

Contact them through their Facebook page HERE or Visit their Etsy online shop HERE.

#Broadwindsor #Dorset #WestDorset #Map #Cartography #Fantasy #StaySafe #SocialDistancing

Alistair Boyd’s Funeral Arrangements

Our Deepest CondolencesMany of you will have heard that Alistair Boyd, late owner of the village shop sadly passed away last week after a long illness.  Our condolences go out to all Alistair’s family. His daughter has requested the following details to be published.

His funeral is being held at Weymouth Crematorium on Thursday 16th July.
In the current climate there will be a small private funeral, but the Crematorium offers a live link to the funeral should you wish to be with the family in spirit as they say their goodbyes.
It will be possible to do so by using the address below and using the log in details and the password as shown.
(Further details from 01308 423 726)

https://www.wesleymedia.co.uk/webcast-view
Login / Order ID: 39891
Password: qzbqqfxp

  • Name:                 Alistair Boyd
  • Location:            Weymouth Crematorium – Default Chapel
  • Date & Time:     Thursday 16/07/2020 12:15
  • Event Number:  791218 – please quote this on all correspondence and when calling
  • Requester:          Amanda Cotterill – A J Wakely & Sons, Bridport

#Broadwindsor #StaySafe #SocialDistancing #Village #Family #Funeral #PayRespects

Ron Frampton’s ‘Beyond The Vale’

Specials at the White Lion This Weekend

In addition to their takeaway menu this weekend, Vikki is offering

  • Homemade Sweet ‘n’ Sour Chicken with Rice  £8.50
  • Homemade Beef Curry (medium) with Rice   £8.50
  • Homemade Prawn Pasta Salad  £5.50

On Sunday, you can book a table to eat in or have your Sunday roast as a takeaway.
This week’s selections are: Beef, Turkey or Pork.

All takeaways must be ordered the day before – call 01308 867070 or message them through Facebook.White Lion Takeaway May 2020

Please observe the rules:

White Lion Reopening 4 July#Broadwindsor #WhiteLion #SupportYourLocal #Takeaway #SundayRoast #StaySafe #SocialDistancing #EatAndEnjoy

Dorset Food, Drink & Farming Awards 2020

Dorset Food Awards 2020

Dorset Magazine have opened their nominations for this year’s Food, Drink & Farming Awards.  There are 30 days remaining to vote.
Dorset Magazine’s Editor Helen Styles said “The Dorset Food, Drink and Farming Awards will celebrate the extraordinary men and women – farmers, chefs, bakers, butchers, tea shop owners to name but a few – who work so hard to put Dorset on the culinary map. Show your support for your local food, drink and farming heroes and nominate now!”
They are calling on their readers and businesses alike to nominate in these new-look awards, with new categories highlighting the current struggles and how businesses have adapted to the changes to the industry due to Covid-19.

The categories are:

  • Best Independent Food & Drink Retailer
  • Best Farm Shop
  • Food Producer of the Year
  • Drinks Producer of the Year
  • Entrepreneur of the Year
  • Community Food/Drink Initiative Award
  • Business Collaboration Award
  • Best Local Food/Drink Delivery Experience
  • Best Dining Experience to go
  • Chef of the Year
Understandably, they have had to adapt how they champion and highlight the region’s food and drink sector but they still want to celebrate the fantastic businesses on our doorstep serving us throughout Lockdown.
However, they have had to reassess their awards evening. For 2020, instead of their ceremony in September, they will be holding a winners’ celebration when it is safe to do so, post the announcement of their 2020 winners’ in the December issue of Dorset Magazine. They hope to come back bigger and better next year! As do we all!
Submit your nominations HERE
#StayAlert #StaySafe #SocialDistancing #Broadwindsor #Dorset #FoodAwards #DorsetMagazine #Drink #Farming

 

Help Magna Design Their New Website

Magna HousingMagna Housing are working on a new & improved website which they will launch in September 2020.
They are keen to involve as many customers as possible so they can provide a website that works for you, the customer.
There is a short questionnaire online – mainly asking which presentations you prefer –  If you have a spare few minutes, you can complete it HERE.

#StaySafe #SocialDistancing #Broadwindsor #Dorset #Housing #Website #Design #CustomerFirst

It’s World Chocolate Day! – July 7th

World Chocolate Day - 7th JulyChocolate is certainly of the world’s favourite flavours, if not the most loved taste across 7 continents. Often referred to as the magic bean, it definitely deserves to be celebrated. Everyone loves it, and the recipes that come with it are nothing less than amazing!
Officially, since 2009 – July 7th is the most commonly accepted date to celebrate chocolate but there is also National Chocolate Day, on October 28th, Christmas and Valentine’s Day – so chocoholics don’t have to wait a year to indulge and celebrate!
Sadly for some, milk chocolate is not dairy-free, as it contains milk and usually other dairy ingredients as well. If you must avoid milk due to an allergy, lactose intolerance, or as part of a vegan lifestyle, you will need to eliminate milk chocolate.

#StaySafe #SocialDistancing #WorldChocolateDay #July7th #Celebration #IndulgeYourself