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The Bishops’ Kitchen – February ’22

Forcing rhubarb involves preventing light from reaching the crowns of the rhubarb plants, which triggers the production of delicious pale stalks perfect for cooking. Forced rhubarb is softer and sweeter than rhubarb harvested in the early summer. It’s a real treat to eat fresh when spring is still on its way and of course, cook.  This month, Richard gives us two recipes for forced rhubarb. Enjoy!

RHUBARB & GINGER MUFFINS

  • 350g plain flour
  • 1tsp baking powder
  • ½tsp salt
  • 325g brown sugar
  • ½ lemon
  • 250ml milk
  • 1 orange zest only
  • 2 pieces stem ginger  finely chopped
  • 1 large egg
  • 100g butter, plus 1 tbsp extra melted butter
  • 300g rhubarb finely chopped

Method:

In a large mixing bowl place the flour, baking powder, salt and 225g brown sugar. Mix then make a well in centre.
Squeeze a few drops of lemon juice into the milk & set aside for a couple minutes.
Place grated orange zest, ½ the stem ginger, the egg, 100g melted butter & the milk mixture into the bowl & beat thoroughly. Fold in the chopped rhubarb.
Spoon the mixture into the muffin cases, filling each one to the top. In a small bowl place the remaining 100g brown sugar, the extra tbsp of melted butter & the rest of the stem ginger, mix until it looks like a crumble topping, then then sprinkle over the muffins.
Bake for 25 mins @ 180c/gas mark 4 until the sugar turns golden & crispy & the muffins are cooked through.
Serve with warm custard or crème fraiche for a lovely pudding.

RHUBARB & CARDAMON CUSTARD CAKE

  • 160g unsalted butter, softened, plus extra for greasing,
  • 275g rhubarb
  • 190g golden caster sugar
  • 5 green cardamom pods
  • 3 eggs
  • 2tsp vanilla extract
  • 3tbsp custard powder
  • 200 self raising flour
  • 45g soured cream

Pre heat the oven to 170c/gas 3 lightly butter a 900g loaf tin & line the base & sides with baking parchment.

Method:

Cut some of the rhubarb stalks into lengths to snugly fit the width of the loaf tin. Cut the remaining rhubarb into 2cm pieces. Toss all the rhubarb with 30g sugar in a bowl & set aside. Lightly crush the cardamom pods then tip out the black seeds {discarding the husks} & grind to a rough powder in a pestle & mortar.
Beat the butter & remaining 160g sugar together with electric beaters until light & mouse-like. Add the eggs, one by one beating between each addition.  Beat in the ground cardamom, vanilla extract, a pinch of salt & the custard powder.
Fold in the flour then the soured cream & the 2cm rhubarb pieces{reserving the longer lengths} along with any rhubarb juices.
Spoon into the prepared tin & smooth the top. Tightly pack the reserved rhubarb lengths horizontally over the surface.
Bake for 1 hour-1 hour, 10 mins or until a skewer comes out clean. Cover with foil after 50 mins if its browning to much.
Cool in tin for 10 mins then onto a wire rack to cool completely.


All recipes are from village resident, Richard Childs.

Missed a recipe? Click HERE to view Richard’s earlier recipes and other seasonal ideas.

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Nailsiz – A Local Mobile Nail Technician

Broadwindsor village has a new Mobile Nail Technician – Leoni Rawle.

Leoni Rawle
Leoni Rawle

Leoni Rawle has lived in Broadwindsor for 19 years and is Mum to two grown up girls.
“I’ve worked in the care industry for many years and I’ve enjoyed having my nails done for many years too. I realised that many people enjoy their nails being done but are unable to get to salons for many different reasons – so I thought it’s a service I could offer people.”

Leoni  qualified as a nail technician in September 2021 having trained locally under Toni Rodway, owner of The Painted Nail at Redlands Yard.

Operating as Nailslz and with no salon overheads to consider… Leoni’s prices are competitive too,

  • Pedicure with gel polish – £25 (1 hour, 30 mins)
  • Pedicure – no polish – £15 (1 hour)
  • Manicure with gel polish – £20
  • Acrylic extensions – £35 (2 hours, 30 mins)

The FULL LIST of services offered can be found HERE on the Nailsiz Facebook page.

You can contact Leoni by email: leonirawle31@gmail.com or
Call/Text/Whatsapp: 07724 612174
Visit Nailsiz Facebook page – click HERE.

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Broadwindsor Fun Group – Afternoon Bingo – Saturday 19th February

Start the Half Term holiday weekend with an afternoon of Bingo! All are welcome

Organised by Broadwindsor Fun Group, no need to buy tickets – just come along! You pay £3 for your first book of 6 cards and only £2 for your subsequent books. Affordable fun for all.

Your caller will be village resident, John Staff.

Prizes are awarded for winning a line and for a Full House.

Doors open at 1pm. “Eyes down” at 1.30pm

Light refreshments will be available.

Please direct any enquiries to: bwfunday20@gmail.com.

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Restrain Your Dog In Your Vehicle Else Pay A Fine

Rule 57 of the Highway Code states: “When in a vehicle make sure dogs or other animals are suitably restrained so they cannot distract you while you are driving or injure you, or themselves if you stop quickly. A seat belt harness, pet carrier, dog cage or dog guard are ways of safely restraining animals in cars.”

Being in breach of this advice can see drivers facing on the spot fines of up to £1,000, a maximum fine of £5,000, nine points on their license and even a driving ban and compulsory retest.

According to the RAC, the Highway Code itself is not a legal document and the rules outlined in it are not official road laws. However, “A number of the points outlined in the Code are backed up by official traffic laws, meaning you can be fined, prosecuted or disqualified if you ignore them.”

To read the rules on other animals – Highway code rules 47 – 58 – click HERE.

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Funeral Arrangements for Frank Smith

Frank Smith, husband to Brenda and father to Jeremy & Gordon died suddenly and unexpectedly last Monday, 17th January 2022.

Frank and Brenda lived in Broadwindsor for over 30 years, were very much part of the village community and only recently moved to Bridport.  Our deepest, heartfelt condolences are sent to Brenda and all the family.

If Someone Dies . . .Frank’s funeral arrangements have been confirmed for Tuesday, 15th February:

It is hoped that Frank’s Landrover hearse will come to Broadwindsor, leaving at 10.30am for Yeovil, for villagers to pay their respects. This will be confirmed by a separate post nearer the time.

  • 12.00 noon – Yeovil Crematorium.
  • 1pm – Wake at Airfield Tavern (just around the corner).

The family have requested family flowers only please but donations, if desired to Hearing Dogs for deaf people or Young Lives Vs Cancer.

❤ Frank Smith  10.04.1934 – 17.01.2022 ❤

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Local Employment: Home Deputy Team Leader – Weldmar At Home

Title: Weldmar at Home Deputy Team Leader
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Clinical Band 6: £31,732 – £39,027

Closing date: 6th February 2022
Interview date: 23rd February 2022

Weldmar at Home offers end of life care to patients in their own homes, and they’re looking for an experienced nurse who will play a critical role in the co-ordination of the service.

If you are a registered nurse with a drive and enthusiasm for palliative care, and improving the experience of patients and families, they’d love to hear from you.

Your specialist knowledge and leadership skills will enable you to support the Team Leader in the continued development of Weldmar at Home, and the delivery of this high quality, flexible, rapid response and integrated nursing service in people’s homes across Dorset.

You should possess, or be working towards, a degree in palliative care or related nursing subject, with at least three years registered nurse experience, at a senior level.

Since launching in May 2021, Weldmar at Home has delivered more than 2,000 home visits to over 130 patients, receiving excellent feedback, and is already established as an essential part of the end of life services that Weldmar Hospicecare provide.

As this role will be patient facing, and we adhere to the government guidelines given to the independent health sector regarding Covid vaccinations, we would require evidence of vaccinations prior to employment.

To read the full job description – click HERE.

To Apply – click HERE.

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3 Days Roadworks & Diversion From Tuesday, 1st February

Any unauthorised Person who uses or permits the use of the road(s) indicated in contravention of the Notice will be liable on summary conviction to a fine not exceeding £1,000.

All vehicles will be prohibited from proceeding along B3162 Broadwindsor between it’s junction with Redlands Lane and B3163 – a distance of approximately 195 metres. The Order is needed in order to comply with health and safety regulations, which require the provision of safe working areas and to minimise the likelihood of danger to highway users.

It will come into operation frm 09.30hrs – 15.30hrs on Tuesday, 1st February and be in force for 5 days although it is anticipated that the work will be completed by 3rd February.

This Order will enable BT Openreach, safe access to carry out urgent works in the highway to restore customer service.

The alternative route will be signposted: B3163 – A3066 – B3162 – North Allington – Bridport Road.

If you would like further information about the work being undertaken and access arrangements, please call Sunbelt Rentals (Agents for BT Openreach) on 03700 500 792.
For more information on any Roadworks or Closures, please contact:
Dorset Highways Traffic Team – 01305 221020 or email: trafficteam@dorsetcouncil.gov.uk.

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50 Things To Do Before You’re 11¾

As the Half Term Holidays approach, many parents may wonder how they can keep their children both occupied and stimulated.  Expense is frequently a consideration too.

The National Trust have 50 suggestions of what you could do – at no or minimal expense – on their 50 Things To Do Before You’re 11¾. From Welly wandering and flying a kite to setting up a snail race and making a home for wildlife – fun is practically guaranteed 🙂

Print out their chart and get planning! There’s absolutely nothing to prevent those over 11¾ taking part too!


Instructions and guides on each of the fifty activities can be found HERE.

You can download the complete list to view and/or print out for your child’s wall to mark off – Click HERE.

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URGENT Diversion – B3164 Closed ‘Til 3.30pm

Closure of the B3164 between Broadwindsor & Whetley Cross @ 09:30 > 15:30

Summary of Route Alterations:

From Yeovil

Normal route to A3066 Whetley Cross, then continuing on the A3066, then on to Tunnel Road towards Beaminster, then right on to B3163 Clay Lane, then the B3163 towards Broadwindsor, then the B3164, then the normal line of route towards Bridport.

From Bridport

Normal route to Broadwindsor, then on to the B3164 High Street, then on to B3163 Clay Lane, then left on to A3066 Tunnel Road, then the A3066 towards Whetley Cross, then the normal line of route towards Yeovil.

NOTE

09.30 & 12.50 services 6 from Bridport towards Yeovil are affected.

12.55 service 6 from Yeovil towards Bridport is affected.

The service will run approximately 15-20 minutes late.

They apologise for any inconvenience this may cause to your travel arrangements.

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Master Margery With Merit

Congratulations go to village resident Margery Hookings on her academic achievement. Margery recently gained her degree ‘Master of Arts in Creative Writing with Merit’ through the Open University.

Margery is the editor of the Broadwindsor News, the monthly parish magazine for the Beaminster Area Team Ministry and regularly contributes to the ‘People’s Friend‘ publication as Maddie Grigg.  She is on the Steering Group committee and has been campaigning hard, and successfully with many others, for the Save The White Lion Crowdfunder.

Margery is also leading the village project, The Place I Love on Saturday, 12th February which includes the unveiling of our new village map.

Congratulations Margery 🙂

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