Broadwindsor’s Post Office Outreach service will be open at 10am today until 12.30pm.
You can stop and enjoy a tea or coffee now 🙂
Also on sale are fresh farm eggs… with beautiful golden yolks… just £1.35 per half dozen.
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Tonight! House Of Gucci (15)
Directed by Ridley Scott and starring Lady Gaga, Adam Driver, Al Pacino, Jared Luto and Jeremy Irons.
House of Gucci is inspired by the shocking true story of the family behind the Italian fashion empire. When Patrizia Reggiani (Lady Gaga), an outsider from humble beginnings, marries into the Gucci family, her unbridled ambition begins to unravel the family legacy and triggers a reckless spiral of betrayal, decadence, revenge and ultimately… murder.
Comrades Hall. Doors open at 7pm.
- Film Club members – Free entry
- Guests – £4
- Refreshments available, including a bar.
- Please wear your mask when moving around the hall.
- Seats can be booked in advance by contacting:
Emma Myers – broadwindsorem@gmail.com or
Margaret Wing – 01308 867252
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The White Lion Broadwindsor Roars Back To Life
The White Lion at Broadwindsor will be reopening as a Community pub on Friday, 29th April at 6pm.
It follows months of negotiations with owners Palmers Brewery, a hugely successful public fundraising campaign and weeks of hard work by volunteers to refurbish the West Dorset village’s only public house.
The campaign had been spearheaded by parish council vice-chairman David Leader, who died suddenly last month at the age of 64.
Rick Dyke, Chairman of the White Lion Management Committee, said: ‘Without David’s energy, enthusiasm and diplomacy, we would not be about to reopen the pub. We hope that The White Lion will become the community hub that David envisaged.’
He paid tribute to the local community which has so generously supported the committee’s fundraising efforts.
He added: ‘I’d also like to thank the many volunteers who have so freely given their time to help with the refurbishment, some of whom have been almost living in the pub in recent months. They know who they are!
‘I am sure everyone who visits The White Lion will agree that the transformation has been remarkable. I’d also like to thank all the committee members who have given so much of their time, knowledge and experience in delivering this project.’
Around £50,000 was raised for refurbishment and working capital through public donations, grants, funding from the Parish Council, a contribution from Palmers Brewery and events, including a band night and two themed food evenings. A pop-up bar in the village hall (The Comrades Arms) has been running since October and raised nearly £10,000.
The tenancy agreement for The White Lion was signed by committee members on 14th February. Work has been going on behind the scenes ever since to get the pub ready to open.
Manager Kate Staff, whose parents live locally, will be running the pub with her daughters, Chloe and Louise. They met the community at an open evening in the pub in February when visitors had the opportunity to find out more about the refurbishment and future plans.
Since then, Kate has been leading the volunteer decorating team in transforming the interior into a lighter and brighter space.
‘It’s lovely to be a part of this amazing project,’ she said. ‘We’re really looking forward to opening the doors and welcoming customers back into the pub.
We want The White Lion to be the kind of place where people can meet up with family and friends or feel comfortable to come in on their own. The White Lion has played a central role in village life over the years so long may that continue.’
Initially, the pub will be open only for drinks until new equipment is installed in the kitchen. But it’s hoped that it won’t be long before the pub is serving food again.
The White Lion aims to be modestly profitable but not for private profit, offering food and drink with an emphasis on local produce. The atmosphere is intended to be warm and friendly and a hub for the community.
The pub will be open from:
- Tuesday to Friday, from 6pm -11pm,
- Saturdays, 11am- 11pm
- Sundays, 12 noon – 10.30pm.
On Tuesday nights, the pub will not be serving food but customers are welcome to take in their fish and chips from Nat’s van that comes to the village every week.
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Watch The Gypsy King At The Knapp Inn
There is much suspense and anticipation, Tyson ‘The Gypsy King’ Fury is set to defend his heavyweight crown against top contender Dillian Whyte on 23rd April at Wembley Stadium,
To watch the match – one would need to have BT Sports and then pay an additional £24.95.
Alternatively, one could go to the Knapp Inn at Clay Lane, Beaminster, enjoy a drink and watch with some sporting atmosphere!
- Tyson Fury (22 KOs), based in Morecambe, has held the heavyweight title since November 28th, 2015, the night he ended the nearly decade-long championship run of Wladimir Klitschko. He fights on home soil for the first time in almost four years.
- Dillian Whyte (KOs), who was raised in Brixton, London, earned a shot at Fury with a seven-year run as a world-level heavyweight.
Around 94,000 fans are expected to pack into Wembley Stadium.
Ring walks for the main event are expected any time between 9.45pm and 10.15pm – although the unpredictable nature of live boxing means this could be subject to change.
Any questions? Contact Lesley at the Knapp Inn: 01308 862408.
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Coffee Morning & Plant Sale – Saturday, 23rd, 10am
Broadwindsor’s Horticultural Society are holding their Annual coffee morning and plant sale at the Comrades Hall this Saturday morning, 10am – 12 noon.
They also run the Best Garden or Allotment competition. You can download the entry form HERE. The closing date for entries is Friday, 26th May. Gardens and allotments are inspected first in June and then again in August. The winner is announced and a cup awarded at their Annual Show on the August Bank Holiday Monday.
Last year, villager Bob Link took first prize with his allotment in Broadwindsor and went on to win the Melplash show too! More HERE.
Please direct all enquiries to Chairman, Brian Stone: brianstone851@btinternet.com.
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Happy Birthday Your Majesty
Our Queen celebrates her 96th birthday today and reportedly will be spending her time relaxing at her home in Sandringham. This is the Queen’s official birthday. Her actual birthday is 21st April.
Most Commonwealth realms release a Queen’s Birthday Honours list at this time.
We wish her all good wishes and many more.
Read more on Broadwindsor Fun Group’s plans for the Platinum Jubilee celebrations HERE.
Photo of Queen: Jacob-King, PA-Wire, PA-Images
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Broadwindsor’s Platinum Jubilee Celebrations, 2nd-5th June
Broadwindsor Fun Group are delighted to be the recipients of a £5,000 grant from Dorset Community Foundation’s Let’s Create Jubilee Fund.
An exciting weekend has been planned but the BFG do need more hands on help, particularly with setting up/clearing down and with children’s games on Saturday, 4th. If you can spend a couple of hours on the day, please contact bwfunday20@gmail.com asap 🙂
A tree has already been planted in Bernards’ Place as part of the Queen’s Green Canopy project and a plaque has been ordered. More HERE.
The full programme of events is published below but the main proportion of the grant is earmarked to update the audio equipment at the Comrades Hall.
Sunday, 29th May will see our village decorated with approximately 750 metres of beautiful hand made bunting, a project led by Jacqui Sewell. If you can help with the bunting sorting on Friday, 6th May or the assembly on Sunday, 29th May, please contact Jacqui on 01308 867145.
Rob Hedditch and Pip Cadwell are collaborating with the BFG to prepare for the Beacon lighting ceremony at the allotments on 2nd June. More than 1,500 beacons will be lit throughout the UK, Channel Islands, Isle of Man & UK Overseas Territories, and one in each of the capital cities of Commonwealth countries in recognition of The Queen’s long and selfless service. there will be a performance from the Platinum Jubilee Choir.
On Friday, 3rd you can visit our beautiful church, St. John the Baptist, to enjoy a Cream Tea, a beautiful floral display and explore some historic memorabilia.
Singing workshops are taking place as Donna Heys and friends become the Platinum Jubilee Choir and are learning the Queen’s song, “A Life Lived With Grace” (Words copyright Ms. L. Kiely, Music copyright Fr. A. V. Chinemelu and arrangement copyright The Commonwealth Resounds). This will be performed at the Beacon Lighting ceremony and repeated over the weekend.
Poetry workshops with the children at Broadwindsor School, are being led by resident poet, , compere and co-host of Bridport Apocathary & the former Bard of Dorchester, Peter Roe.
The children’s poems will be on display on Saturday. The best Jubilee-related poem will win a Book voucher for The Bridport Bookshop, to be awarded on Sunday.
All children of all ages can be creative with their royal costumes for their Royal Parade which starts the celebrations on the Saturday morning. The children will parade from the MUGA to the Comrades Hall.
Linda Paget at the Stableyard Restaurant will be providing the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Beacon Tarts, which will be available to pre-order and on sale both at the event and at the Stableyard Restaurant in Redlands Yard.
Don’t forget your Scarecrows!
Yes! We’d like to see your Royal-themed Scarecrows out on display by 10am on Friday, 3rd June. Judging will take place on both the Friday and Saturday. The winner will be announced at the Great Jubilee (Picnic) Lunch on Sunday, 5th 🙂
Entry is £2.00. Forms are available NOW from Broadwindsor Community Stores or you can download to print out yourself HERE. (Last entries accepted – 25th May). Forms will also be available at The White Lion when it opens soon.
Fun and Games start at 10am:
After the parade, you can look forward to old favourites such as…
- Plate Smashing
- The Human Fruit Machine
- Nerf Guns
- Coconut Shy
- Splat the Rat and more.
Broadwindsor Girlguiding will be providing activities too.
Stallholders will also be open with a variety of products to purchase.
The W.I. will be serving refreshments with their delicious homemade cakes.
Younger children will be delighted to see the return of Holly, better known as Strawberry Jam, on Saturday afternoon.
A short Oral History is being created by village resident Mick Massey: recording people’s memories from the Queen’s Coronation and any celebrations they can recall. If you, or anyone you know who is local and has a memory to share about the Queen’s Coronation – please do get in touch before the end of April to be included: bwfunday20@gmail.com.
Saturday’s bands start at 2pm & include HiDDen, the Rosenburgs, McIntyre and MORE!
When bands are playing outside on Saturday, the official celebrations on television will be live streamed to the big screen inside the Comrades Hall on Saturday afternoon for those who wish to watch.
There will be a BBQ and bar with Baboo Gelato on site too 🙂
Sunday 5th’s Great Jubilee Picnic Lunch – will be in Bernards’ Place (inside the hall if wet) with live music from The Silver Lining Band.
Bring your own food 🙂
The Platinum Jubilee Raffle (tickets on sale next month) will be drawn together with the presentations for the best Royal Scarecrow on the Sunday afternoon.
So much to look forward to…
We look forward to seeing you!
But where are the Classic Cars you ask…?
Following the success of last year’s Classic Cars display last August (view HERE) – it is hoped that the BFG can offer you another great display on Saturday, 6th August… we are just awaiting confirmation. Any announcements will be made on Broadwindsor.org 🙂
All enquiries: bwfunday20@gmail.com
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Get A Tan In Broadwindsor – At The Painted Nail
At the Painted Nail in Redlands Yard, the Sunbed has arrived! Available from Wednesday 20th April………..
They have opted for ONLY THE BEST in the salon giving you premium tanning.
No more driving to Yeovil or Dorchester for a 10 minute tan 
The Luxura X7 Sunbed:- The stylish X7 offers absolute quality in tanning performance and gives consistently great tanning.
- Ambient FlowLight is present in numerous decorative elements, this also gives the sophisticated design an irresistible appeal.
- ContourPlus offers the ultimate comfortable tanning experience. This promises a contoured acrylic, designed to fit the body’s curve.
- Additionally provides tanners with a full colour display with smart touch control.
- SoundAround Plus also includes SmartVoice, Bluetooth and My MP3 for a personalised, relaxing tanning experience, allowing you to choose your tanning soundtrack!
- Smart Cooling provides a comfortable tanning session for all clients.
- Top quality tanning performance, with the best specifications.
- 42 lamps and 4 facials, plus a comfortable tanning area, promise for consistently impressive results.
The sunbed not only has the benefit of a golden tan but can help….
- PSORIASIS and ECZEMA
- STRESS and depression by decreasing adrenaline levels and releases endorphins
- FIBROMYALGIA
- ACNE
- BODYWEIGHT
Sunlight stimulates the thyroid gland and boosts Metabolism
10 minutes in a tanning bed is equal to four hours on the beach.
No need to book! Available…….
- Mondays, Thursdays & Fridays: 9am – 2.30pm
- Tuesdays & Wednesdays: 9am – 7.30pm
- Alternate Saturdays: 10am – 2pm
Cost: £1 per minute
OR ….. Block booking savings:
- 50mins £45 (£50)
- 100mins £85 (£100)
- 150 mins £130 (£150)
- 200 mins £170 (£200)
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Headteacher Leaving Broadwindsor Primary School
The Governing Body at Broadwindsor Primary School have released the news that Mr. Philip Smith, Headteacher has made the personal decision to step back from headship at this time in order to pursue new projects and challenges.
All are sorry to see him go. The Governors commented: “His positive leadership and enabling approach has seen the school progress in many ways both in terms of the open and inclusive environment the school has become and in terms of the learning opportunities the school provides. He leaves the school in a very strong position. I am sure you join us in wishing Mr Smith well on the next phase of his career and future.”
Mr Smith wanted to thank the whole learning community, staff, pupils, parents and wider community for their amazing support they have given him during the time he has been here and especially the challenging times throughout the Covid pandemic. He also wanted to reassure everyone that he will continue to lead the school and support the leadership transition in a professional manner.
The Governing Body has already embarked on the task of recruiting a new Headteacher for the school. Governors are being supported by Dorset Council and the Salisbury Diocese in the recruitment process and it is anticipated that this will be completed in May for a new Headteacher to be in place for September.
Chairman of the P.T.A. Martin Burt commented: “Mr. Smith has had a fantastic influence on the whole school. His hard work and dedication as head teacher has had a positive impact on the children, teaching staff and parents alike. Mr. Smith leaves big shoes to fill and we wish him the best of luck in the future.”
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Last Orders At The Comrades Arms – Tuesday, 19th April
A message from Andrew Hookings:
After six months since we re-opened The Comrades Arms, it is now time to call last orders. So, next Tuesday, 19th April will be our last night.
During that time a number of people from our community have volunteered to help behind the bar, and I thank them for all their time and help.
You, our customers have supported the bar and enabled us to raise almost £10,000 towards the refurbishment of The White Lion – so a BIG THANK YOU to all of you too.
I hope you will all give the newly furbished community pub – The White Lion at Broadwindsor, together with Kate, our manager along with her team of Chloe and Louise, all your support and I trust you will enjoy many happy times there.
– Andrew.
Andrew leaves the village next weekend to spend the next few months in France with Margery. Margery will be providing an update on The White Lion next week, which is expected to include their opening date! Exciting times 🙂
We wish Andrew and Margery (& Edgar) safe travel and to them both…
