Tag: #Dorset

Buy Your Handmade Facemasks Locally

Handmade By LeoniWearing a face covering will become mandatory in all shops and supermarkets in England from 24 July 2020.  Shop workers, however are excluded.
Those who fail to wear a mask will face a fine of up to £100. This will be reduced to £50 if people pay within 14 days. The rules will be enforced by the police and not the shop workers.
There are several people who live in the village making face coverings at home, some as a business and others with their proceeds, or a percentage of, going to a charitable organisation.

  • There is Leoni Rawle at Redlands Lane, who is offering a wide range of 100% cotton fabrics with over 70 different designs to choose from. The photograph shows Toni Rodway from The Painted Nail wearing one of Leoni’s facemasks (with sausage dogs on it!).
    There is a sleeve/pocket in the lining for optional addition of filters.
    There is also a small metal strip to fit the contour of the face for a more comfortable fit and prevents glasses from steaming up.
    Handmade By LeoniMade to order, machine washable, the choice of sizes are: Child, Teenager, Small Adult & Adult.
    They are £5 each with a discount for orders of 10 or more.
    If unable to collect, Leoni offers First Class postage at £1 for one, £1.30 for two or more.
    Message Leoni on Facebook HERE or on her mobile: 07724 612174.
  • There is Jacqui Sewell who has been selling and continues to sell masks at the Post Office on Tuesday and Friday mornings. Masks made by Robin Loudon are £2 each with proceeds to the Post Office Group & Jacqui’s pleated Masks at £2.50 each with 50p each proceeds going to The Post Office Group.
    If you’re unable to get to the Post Office, contact Jacqui through her Facebook page HERE or by email: jacquisewell@me.com.
  • There is Linzi, who operates her Handmade By Linzi business mainly through Facebook.  A selection of her many fabrics are shown below. Linzi offers cotton face coverings,  again, handmade to order – £3 each plus p&p £1.40.  They measure approx 22cm x 12cm (Adults) with Teen and Child sizes available too.
    You can message Linzi through her Facebook page HERE or by email: handmadebylinzi@hotmail.com

Handmade By Linzi

  • There is Lynne Staff  who has been making masks to order for those in need and supplying some to our Community Store for which a donation is requested. You can contact Lynne on 01308 8868584.
  • There is Sheila Deane from Fullers who has been doing an absolutely marvellous job making masks for the NHS and supplying the over 60’s and infirm throughout the village for no remuneration whatsoever.  Well done Sheila!
  • Broadwindsor Community Store will be selling 3-ply masks from Friday, 24th at £1.50.  Shop manager, Kevin Madder-Smith has said that anyone going to the shop without a mask will not be allowed entry but staff can serve them from the door.

#Broadwindsor #ShopLocal #Handmade #Facemasks #Covid-19 #StaySafe #Community #SocialDistancing

Summer Family Fun from Beaminster Team Churches

Beaminster Team Churches - Holiday FunAs an alternative to their usual summer activities which cannot proceed due to social distancing,  Beaminster Team churches are putting together activity packs for families to help ease some of the summer holiday boredom. Each pack contains suggestions and resources for crafts, science experiments, art projects and activities themed around four bible stories. There will be accompanying videos on their website.

Most activities are achievable by children on their own if they can read the instructions. Younger children might require more support and some activities are for the whole family to enjoy. There is a weekly challenge to complete and send in a photo to win a prize.

Free resource packs will be available from 27th July. You need to register to receive one of these. Please complete the form HERE.

They are also putting some suggestions in the pack for the family to pray together and talk about God together. If you are interested in growing faith at home do look at the links below which they believe might give you some suggestions. They are also happy to help support you.

#Broadwindsor #BeaminsterTeamChurches #Summer #StaySafe #HolidayTime #Children #MessyChurch #Fun #Family #Worship

 

 

 

Howzat? Broadwindsor’s Cricket Ground Re-opens This Week

BW CC - New Players Welcome

 

At last, Broadwindsor’s Cricket Club have the all clear to play some cricket.

Road side nets are up and site screens are about to be rolled out.
They have league fixtures in @MWLcricket and also they are running their evening league competition – under strict COVID protocol – starting this week.
To find out more – Message them through their Facebook page HERE or on Twitter HERE.
#Broadwindsor #CricketClub #BroadwindsorCC #Sport #SocialDistancing #MWLcricket #Fun

MUGA Now Open For General Use

MUGAThe Multi-Use Games Area (MUGA) next to the school is now open 🙂
Naturally, because of Covid-19 there are rules to be adhered to:

  • All use the facility at their own risk.
  • No more than 6 people at a time to use the facility.
  • Maintain Social Distancing.
  • Users are responsible for their own hygiene – Sanitiser will be provided at the gate.
  • No food allowed.

Cllr. David Leader commented: “These rules will change fairly shortly as the Government has announced that contact sports will be allowed  but we will change the rules when we have read them in detail.”

On the subject of the children’s play area in Bernards’ Place, Cllr. Leader said: “I will be in touch soon about the play equipment at Bernard’s Place, all of the equipment needs repair work done to make it fit for purpose. We are going to have a work party very soon to get the stuff done and then it can be opened.”

The MUGA can be booked to reserve a time slot – by email: mugabroadwindsor@gmail.com or by text message to: 07867 608652.

#Broadwindsor #WestDorset #MUGA #Multi-UseGamesArea #SocialDistancing #StaySafe #BeResponsible #Play #Fun #Exercise #Community

The BIG Butterfly Count 17th July – 9th August 2020

BIG Butterfly Count on iPhoneToday, July 17th, sees the start of the Butterfly Conservation’s BIG Butterfly Count.

The BIG Butterfly Count is a UK-wide survey aimed at helping to assess the health of our environment simply by counting the amount and type of butterflies (and some day-flying moths) we see. It was launched in 2010 and has rapidly become the world’s biggest survey of butterflies.

They are asking that between Friday 17 July and Sunday 9 August, you choose a place to spot butterflies and moths. Each day, watch for just 15 minutes.
Using the free ID chart – identify and record the butterflies you spot.

It’s very easy for you to take part:

Butterfly ID chartYou can download their FREE ID Chart HERE
(You will have to give your name and email address which you’ll then need to sign in with when you submit your counts).
You then add your counts on their website or using the app.
You can view their  interactive map to see how your data is contributing to conservation science and research.

The BIG Butterfly Count

 

Download for iOS & iPhone

Click to Download from Google Play

#BigButterflyCount  #Conservation  #Broadwindsor #Dorset #Observe   #SocialDistancing  #Butterflies

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Super Saturdays at The Tangerine Cafe in Beaminster

Tangerine Cafe, BeaminsterWeekends are changing at Tangerine Cafe.

An informal cafe with gallery and books, they offer a meal of the day, soup of the day, salads, sandwiches, paninis, cakes, scones and a children’s menu.

They will start off with the first of our brand new Super Saturdays with Kellie and Debs who will be offering mouthwatering homemade beef or veggie burgers with homemade potato wedges and salad, succulent ham, egg and wedges, gooey Brie, bacon and cranberry paninis and lots more including cakes and scones.

Then on Sunday they’ll be making their lovely brunches and lunches to include Cashew nut roast and Roast Lamb with all the trimmings.

To book please ring 01308 281110 or message them through their Facebook page HERE.

They also offer a double room and a family room with a shared modernised bathroom and a lovely garden with secluded places to sit we are COVID-19 secure.
Email your enquiry to hello@tangerinecafe.co.uk

#Broadwindsor #Beaminster #TangerineCafe #StaySafe #SocialDistancing #Food #Snacks #ChildrenWelcome #SuperSaturday #WestDorset #Brunch #Lunch

Specials at The White Lion This Weekend

The White Lion, BroadwindsorThis weekend, you have the option to dine in at The White Lion as well as a takeaway.

Friday: 6 – 8.30pm
Saturday: 6 – 8.30pm
Sunday: 12 – 3pm

The Specials on the menu this weekend are:

  • Homemade Steak & Stilton Pie with Mash  £8.50

  • Homemade Spinach & Ricotta Cannelloni  £8.50

  • Homemade Chicken & Chorizo Pasta Salad  £5.50

Then on Sunday 19th, you have the choice of Roast Beef or Roast Turkey with all the trimmings of course!  £8.50

All takeaway food MUST be ordered the day before collection!

White Lion Takeaway May 2020

#Broadwindsor #TheWhiteLion #Food #Takeaway #Drinks #SupportYourLocal

Communion This Sunday

Rev. Jo - Pioneer PriestA message from Rev. Jo 🙂
“There will be a communion service at Broadwindsor Church this Sunday, 19 July, at the unusual time of 9.30am. Do please join us if you would like.
The church is socially distanced, with strict hygiene protocols in place. You will be asked to sanitise your hands on entry and exit, we will keep contact details for track and trace and the doors will be open to promote good air flow. So dress for a chilly church, even in July.
We would love to see you for worship at 9.30am.
Many thanks  Jo”

Rev. Jo is the Pioneer Priest for the Beaminster Area Team
and can be contacted on: 01308 867816

#Broadwindsor #BeaminsterTeamChurches #Communion #SundayWorship #BeKind #SocialDistancing #StaySafe

Post Office today 10am – 12.30

Post Office

Just a reminder that the Post Office Outreach service is at the Comrades Hall today(Tuesday) as well as Fridays now.

10am – 12.30pm. Peter or John (from Crewkerne Post Office) will be pleased to help you 🙂

Please use the hand sanitiser and register your name at the entrance.

#Broadwindsor #StaySafe #SocialDistancing #PostOffice

Rail to Refuge for those Fleeing Domestic Abuse

Rail To RefugeIn April, Broadwindsor.org posted that since Lockdown, calls re: domestic abuse had increased by 50%.  There has been a huge increase in demand for Women’s Aid services and in March the Rail Delivery Group were quick to respond to women’s needs and launched a temporary, nationwide scheme, ‘Rail to Refuge’.
Women escaping domestic abuse are usually advised to seek refuge services far away from their perpetrator. However, for many women, raising the cash to pay for a train ticket can be very difficult. This is especially true for women experiencing economic abuse, who may have no access to cash.

It’s certainly worth mentioning:
“Covid-19 does not cause domestic abuse, only abusers are responsible for their actions.”

How does the scheme work?

  1. A survivor reaches out for support to Women’s Aid*.
  2. Once a refuge vacancy has been confirmed, the survivor will be informed.
  3. Now that the survivor has a confirmed refuge space, the refuge can book a ticket for the survivor so they can travel for free.
  4. After booking the ticket, the refuge can send the ticket and collection details to the survivor via a mobile phone. The survivor can then pick the ticket up from the station using any debit or credit card; they can travel like normal, on a normal ticket, without having to declare the ticket was free or that they are fleeing from domestic abuse.
  5. After Lockdown, Rail to Refuge will continue on Southeastern and Great Western Rail networks.

    *Their LIVE CHAT operates:
    Monday to Friday 10:00am – 4:00pm,
    Saturday and Sunday 10:00am-12:00pm
    or you can email them on: helpline@womensaid.org.uk. (They say they will respond to your email within 5 working days).

Domestic abuse isn’t always physical, but it is always abuse and just as high risk as physical violence. To read more on what constitutes Domestic Abuse – Click HERE.

If you need to talk to someone – the following support is available by telephone:

National Domestic Abuse Helpline – 0808 2000 247 – www.nationaldahelpline.org.uk/ (run by Refuge)
The Men’s Advice Line, for male domestic abuse survivors – 0808 801 0327 (run by Respect)
The Mix, free information and support for under 25s in the UK – 0808 808 4994
National LGBT+ Domestic Abuse Helpline – 0800 999 5428 (run by Galop)
Samaritans (24/7 service) – 116 123

Samaritans - 116 123

#StaySafe #SocialDistancing #RailToRefuge #WomensAid #DomesticAbuse