The White Lion Sub-Group Now A ‘Community Sub-Committee’

In response to the many questions being asked on several occasions, it would appear that the sub-group have become a Community Sub-Committee and are creating another questionnaire

The White Lion Community Sub-committee:

 

The community sub-committee comprises Sara Dyke, Izzy Masey, Annie Bowman and Dorothy Rowe and has met 3 times to date. Their first meeting involved “brainstorming” every possible community use of the space within the pub both out of and within licensing hours.

From this meeting a draft consultation questionnaire was devised ready for distribution once the pub is open. The farming community was contacted and likewise Rev Jo for feedback and ideas for pub use.

It should be stressed that the intention is to complement the use of Comrades Hall rather than to compete with it. 

The refurbishment of the pub will create a versatile area which can be used as a community space as well as a traditional pub, although the business’s long-term viability depends on it being a successful pub first and foremost and this remains our priority.

The sub-committee have also visited the Axminster Waffle House which runs as a community not for profit cafe and runs community groups and outreach work for community benefit which could be duplicated here in Broadwindsor.

The hope is to release the questionnaire once the pub has opened and have a community notice board within the pub for residents to also have their say. Collaboration with Kate regarding her time and ability to host/facilitate new ventures is also crucial. 

The sub-committee is mindful of getting a community space absolutely right and will be thinking carefully about what can realistically be delivered, to start slowly and then gain momentum. The pub will be a truly community pub to be used by all as we have all worked so hard and donated so generously for this vision.

 

Rick Dyke
Chairman, The White Lion Management Committee

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Fingerpost Sign Considered Dangerous

The more observant of you may have noticed part of the fingerpost directions has been removed.  Local councillor, Dave Chubb has issued the following statement:

“Seeing that the top finger post (Axminster / Marshvale) in the Square was only attached by two bolts and was swinging about I considered it a danger, so I have removed it.

These signs are now the responsibility of the Parish Council so I will progress through them for its fixing and refitting.”

Dave Chumbley
BGPC

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Covid Booster Clinic – Sunday, 10th April

Mike Hewiston of Beaminster Pharmacy has issued the following information regarding his over 75’s clinic on Sunday 10th April…

**COVID Booster availability**

We will be running a booster clinic for over 75s at Beaminster Town Hall on Sunday 10th April.

We have initially set up a morning clinic 0900 – 1300 but will add an afternoon if all of these appointments are booked.
To book you can call 119 or use nhs.uk. Please do not call the pharmacy.

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The Bishops’ Kitchen – April ’22

It’s no April Fool – there are no new recipes from the Bishops’ Kitchen this month.  Richard Childs is having a well deserved rest and we send him all our good wishes.

Broadwindsor.org has been publishing Richard‘s seasonal recipes since August 2020 and you can find them all HERE 🙂

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The White Lion – Update #13

The White Lion Management Committee met yesterday and the following was discussed:

Refurbishment:

  • The refurb is going very well, with work going on this week on painting the bar.
  • Installing the floor in the bar.
  • Creating an upholstered bench seat.

We are in desperate need of people to prep, sand and paint the rear corridor and toilets as soon as possible.
Please call into the pub if you can help.

Kitchen equipment update:

  • All in hand, with a view to using Palmers purchasing power.

Drinks product range:

  • Detailed discussions underway on range and pricing, taking into account price rises from 1st April.

Music system:

Further fundraising:

  • Although the pub’s future is secured, further fundraising will be necessary along the way for other items. For example, Phase 2 will include refurbishment of the courtyard garden.

Furniture:

  • Palmers are swapping some of the furniture to replace it with better quality items.
  • Need volunteers to put felt pads on the legs of furniture.

Celebration Gig, Saturday 2 April, 7-11pm:

  • Committee members helping to set up tables and chairs at 2pm and helping on door and bar.

Community use of pub:

  • Sub-group* recognises we need to get pub open first before organising community group use.
  • Excellent feedback on farmers’ breakfast with offer of organising help from a local farmer.

Membership:

  • 201 requests for membership.
  • Certificates to be issued.

Opening:

It is looking like the pub will be open for drinks by the end of April, with the food offer available at a later date once the kitchen is fully up and running.

The 12 strong Management Committee comprises of:

  • Rick Dyke (Chair)
  • Margery Hookings (Vice-Chair & Minutes Secretary)
  • Charles Ouin (Company Secretary)
  • Elaine Leader
  • Graham Small
  • Teri Small
  • Sandra Burrows
  • Luke Pickering
  • Andrew Hookings
  • Fraser Hughes
  • Chris Edgerley
  • John Heys

*Sub-group – details to follow.

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Last Jubilee Bunting Workshop – Friday, 1st April

Jacqui Sewell needs all bunting triangles back to the Comrades Hall tomorrow please.  Although Jubilee isn’t until June 2nd, she needs to count how many have been made, sort them into colours – with Emma House & her Girl Guides who will be helping with this and who are assisting with the colour themes.

On Friday 7th May, there is the huge task of sewing the triangles on to the header tapes, of which there are many meters – if you can help with this, please go along at 10am on Friday, 7thJacqui will take a couple sewing machines with her to the Comrades Hall.

This will be a remarkable accomplishment and decorate our village at the beginning of June 2022.

Any queries, please contact Jacqui on 01308 867145.

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Easter Bingo – Tuesday, 12th April

Marshwood Vale Young Farmers are holding a fundraising Bingo evening on Tuesday, 12th April in aid of the Dorset & Somerset Air Ambulance.

Refreshments will be provided and the Comrades Arms will be open upstairs.

There will be a raffle and there are lots of great prizes to be won 🙂

Doors open at 7pm for “Eyes down” at 7.30pm.

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David Leader’s Funeral Arrangements

Following the sudden and tragic loss of David Leader, “The family would like to thank you for your great kindness and support at this very sad time.

If you would like the details of David’s funeral and celebration of his life, they are as follows:

Monday, 11th April 2022:

  • 11am – the cortège will pass through Broadwindsor village.
  • 12 noon – funeral service at Yeovil Crematorium (family only please).
    The service will be available to watch live and you are welcome to join others at The Comrades Hall, Broadwindsor, or to use the link provided to watch the service wherever is convenient for you.

Here is the link (watch live at 12 noon and watch again) :-
Visit the Website:  https://watch.obitus.com
Username: hiya4579
Password: 968912

  • 3pm – Celebration of Life. Everyone is warmly invited to join the family at the Comrades Hall to celebrate David’s life.
    We hope you are able to attend and look forward to seeing you.

Please could we request no flowers but appreciate donations to the following organisations, which were closely supported by David : RSPB, Woodland Trust, Cancer Research and Samaritans (Each charity will open it’s own window).

Thank you.”

Elaine Leader.

Addendum:

As you probably know, David’s favourite shop was Oxfam. Please feel free to dress casually, informally and in your everyday clothes with lots of colour. This is what he would have wanted. ♥️
Thank you so much
Elaine xxx

If Someone Dies . . .
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Elaine, Ryan, Rosie and the extended family at this incredibly sad time.

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Temporary Closure Of Seaborough Hill, Seaborough – Thursday, 7th April

Dorset Council have issued a notice under Section 14 of the Road Traffic Regulations Act 1984 as amended. All vehicles will be prohibited from preceding along Seaborough Hill, Seaborough between West Swilletts Road and Henley Cross, a distance of approximately 2,550 metres.

This will enable Openreach safe access to inspect telegraph poles as part of a safety programme of works.

It will come into operation from 9.30am – 3.30pm on Thursday, 7th April. Although in force for five days, it is anticipated that the work will be completed by 7th April.

The alternative route will be signposted: West Swilletts Road – B3162 – B3165 – Higher Folly Road.

For more information on any Roadworks or Closures, please contact:
Dorset Highways Traffic Team01305 221020 or email: trafficteam@dorsetcouncil.gov.uk.
For more information on the Work being undertaken, please contact:
Openreach 03700 500 792 

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Temporary Closure Of Burstock Road – Wednesday, 6th April

Dorset Council have issued a notice under Section 14 of the Road Traffic Regulations Act 1984 as amended. All vehicles will be prohibited from preceding along the B3164, Burstock between its junction with Grange Lane and the junction at Wall Lane, a distance of approximately 1160 metres.

This is to allow Openreach to safely access a telegraph pole.

Although in force for five days, it is anticipated that the work will be completed by 7th April.

The alternative route will be signposted: B3165 – B3162.

For more information on any Roadworks or Closures, please contact:
Dorset Highways Traffic Team01305 221020 or email: trafficteam@dorsetcouncil.gov.uk.
For more information on the Work being undertaken, please contact:
Openreach 03700 500 792

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