Tag: #StaySafe

Melplash Memories

The popular Melplash Show, due to take place on 27th August is unsurprisingly cancelled this year.  However, the Bridport Museum Trust are in collaboration and from the 13th – 27th August they are sharing Melplash photographs and objects from their collections online.  They are inviting locals to do the same.
There are old photographs already being submitted to their Facebook page including the black and white one below where they are asking for identification of the prize winning lady in the photograph!

Melplash Lady

“You can share your favourite memories, anecdotes, memorabilia, photos or videos…. anything at all. We want to see your fluffy sheep, handsome cows, massive tractors…..just post on our Facebook page, Twitter or Instagram @bridportmuseum using the hashtag #MelplashMemories.”
Thankfully, if you’re not a fan of social media – you can simply email your images to  director@bridportmuseum.co.uk and they will post it up for you.

Melplash Safe 2020Cancellation of the show does not mean no show badges! For 2020 they have produced a limited edition badge which is available to pick up from Bridport Tourist Information Centre.

#Broadwindsor #WestDorset #MelplashShow#MelplashMemories #BridportMuseumTrust #Bridport #Farmers #Festival #Memories #Photographs #Summer #Covid-19 #StaySafe

Dorset Jobs for Young People on Twitter – Thursday, August 13th

Are you or do you know a young person looking for work? Despite the disruption caused by the coronavirus outbreak, there are still jobs out there to apply to.

On Thursday, August 13th at 3pm – login to Twitter to take part in the #DorsetYPJobsHour.
You’ll have to Follow them on Twitter to engage in conversation.

They’ll be tweeting between 3pm and 4pm.

For more information on starting out in work, job search ideas, advice for job seekers and those in redundancy – click HERE.

#Broadwindsor #WestDorset #Twitter #DorsetYPJobsHour #Work #Apprenticeships #Advice #BeResponsible #SocialDistancing #StaySafe

Local Employment: Sundorbon Front of House

There are two positions available.

  • 30-40 hours week.
  • Competitive hourly rate + tips.
  • Staff meals and discounts.
  • Flexible shifts.
  • Hospitality experience preferred.
  • Full training provided.

Opportunity to progress onto becoming a Restaurant Manager is available.

Message us on Facebook HERE for further information or
Email: info@sundorbon.co.uk.

#Broadwindsor #Bridport #LocalEmployment #Jobs #Work #SocialDistancing #StaySafe

 

Dog Owners: Be Aware of Blue Green Algae Poisoning

Blue Green Algae (or ‘cyanobacteria’), is a type of bacteria, most commonly found in stagnant water. It is dangerous and deadly to dogs!  This is a seasonal problem but so dangerous that dog owners need reminding!
It’s called ‘algae’ because it often forms a green scum on the surface of water. Not all types of blue green algae are dangerous, but some produce toxins that spread throughout the water and if swallowed, can cause organ damage and potentially death.

Your dog is at risk of blue green algae poisoning if they swim in, or drink contaminated water. Blue green algae can be difficult to spot and its toxins can’t be seen by the naked eye. However, the bacteria does produce a potent odour has been compared to rotting vegetables – so it’s very important to know what to look out for before allowing your dog to swim.

This is alarming but the British Veterinary Association has stated that dogs and other pets exposed to the algae could experience vomiting, diarrhoea, disorientation and seizures, potentially leading to liver damage and death.

Symptoms, which usually arise anywhere from 15 minutes to several days after exposure may include:

  • Diarrhea or vomiting
  • Drooling
  • Neurologic signs such as:
  • Weakness
  • Disorientation/confusion
  • Collapse/unconsciousness
  • Seizures
  • Breathing difficulties

If any of these signs occur, contact your vet immediately. If caught early enough, your vet may be able to flush out the toxins before your dog becomes completely affected.

Lunar @ HurseyIf you become aware of a location with Blue Green Algae – please report it to the Environment Agency on 0800 80 70 60. They will be able to test the water and put a sign up to warn other people if blue-green algae is found. It’s better to be safe than sorry so if you’re worried, report it.

#Broadwindsor #BlueGreenAlgae #BritishVeterinaryAssociation #Dogs #Summer #EnvironmentAgency #StaySafe

 

Photo Credit: Morgan Fleming

 

 

Local Employment with Baboo Gelato

🍦 🍦 Baboo Gelato are hiring! 🍦🍦

Love gelato? Love the sea? Have a passion for customer service? Baboo Gelato have got you covered!

They’re looking for a Seasonal Supervisor to join their team at West Bay.
You need to be reliable, organised, friendly and hard-working.
Experience in customer service and cash up procedures essential.
Interested?
Get in touch via Facebook HERE or
email: frenchie@baboogelato.com.

Please share! 😊

#LocalEmployment #SupportLocalBusiness #BabooGelato #Broadwindsor #WestDorset #WestBay #IceCream #Sorbet #Gelato #Summer #SocialDistancing #StaySafe

 

Beccas Fabric Larder Relocating From Redlands Yard

The Fabric Larder, originally Beccas Quilt Emporium started in 1999. Becca was hoping to celebrate 21 years with a Walk About exhibition in September. This will have to wait. Here is what Becca had to say:

A letter from Becca:

“The Craft Centre [Redlands Yard] notified us all that they are making changes. This includes major development of the centre, and due to their changes they have asked me to give up StudiOne which many of you have enjoyed mine & other craft classes.
I was so looking forward to getting back to teaching in September and making exciting plans to celebrate 21 years of business.
As you know the teaching is a huge part of The Fabric Larder and I am afraid one doesn’t survive with out the other. With all the changes & disruption to come on the site and with out teaching space, running solely a shop isn’t viable so I am looking to relocate!!
I am not in a hurry to relocate but will only be open at the centre [Redlands Yard] until 25th August.
I have viewed a few places but also with the virus still lurking & economic hardship to many I have decided not to rush anything.

Beccas's Fabric Larder

In the mean time. . .

I have a trusty van called Florry. She is currently a van with a bed & cooker, but how about I change that around to shelves & fabric! I will mail you about that later. OR, if you would like to express interest on me visiting your group with a mobile shop in your area please email me HERE.

Classes:

I am sussing out town & village locations for pop up classes & patchwork surgeries! Help with on going projects will be at hand! Keep signed up to the news letter to wait for more information & dates.

OPEN HOURS UNTIL 25th AUGUST.  (L A S T  D A Y in Broadwindsor)

Tuesdays – Friday 10:30-4pm
Saturdays 10:30-3pm

CAFE OPEN.
I have a small 1/2 price Fabric Sale & bargain baskets. Stock up with your wadding / calico/ plains / essentials”

Beccas Fabric Larder

BECCA’S ONLINE SHOP CONTINUES – Click HERE.

#Broadwindsor #BeccasFabricLarder #AllThingsFabric #Relocation #Bargains #RedlandsYard #OnlineShop #Covid-19 #SocialDistancing #WearYourMask #Stay Safe

National Allotments Week 2020 10th – 16th August

With lovely sunshine forecast, the theme for 2020’s National Allotments Week is Growing Food for Health and Well-being, a reflection of the many benefits of growing, cooking and eating your own fruit and vegetables.

Broadwidsor Allotments Cow on hill.
Broadwindsor Allotments 2020. Photo credit: Irish Macc

National Allotments Week started in 2002 as a way of raising awareness of allotments and the role they play in helping people to live healthier lifestyles, grow their own food, develop friendships and bolster communities. The campaign week is still thriving 18 years later and interest in growing your own fruit and vegetables has never been stronger since the WW2 Grow for Victory campaign.
They ran a competition last month asking for ‘My Allotment Story‘ from entrants in the form of videos and storyboards, the winner will be announced on August 10th.

Get a Bee Kit To Help Save Our Bees

Friends of the Earth are running another campaign promoting the necessity of bees in our human and our planet’s life.

Click on the link HERE to get your own Bee Saver Kit – a minimum of £5 donation is requested.

What’s in the kit?

  1. Wildflower seeds – grow bee food so your neighbourhood bees don’t go hungry.
  2. A garden planner – to help you create a bee-friendly garden all year round.
  3. A bee spotter guide – so you can identify your new garden visitors.
  4. Step by step guide – full of useful hints and tips for saving bees.
  5. A bee postcard – to send to your loved ones.

Bumble Bee on flower

If you’d like multiple kits please call their Supporter Care Team on 0800 581051. Monday – Friday 9am-5pm.

#Broadwindsor #WestDorset #FriendsOfTheEarth #SaveOurBees #BeeSaverKit #Crops #Food #Flowers #Summer #StaySafe

 

Murder and Mystery in Marshwood

Tomorrow morning (6th August) at 10am on BBC1, there will be a broadcast of Murder, Mystery and My Family (S4Ep9) examining the infamous case of Martha Brown, resident of Birdsmoorgate and the last woman to be publicly hanged in Dorset.

In the early hours of the 6th of July 1856, Martha Brown, a resident of Birdsmoorgate in rural Dorset, called on her neighbour begging for help. She believed her husband John had been attacked by his vicious horse and was lying in a critical condition in their home.

When Martha returned with assistance, John was found dead having succumbed to multiple head wounds. After a hasty investigation, Martha was charged and convicted of the murder of her husband. She continued to maintain her innocence, but on 9 August 1856, she was executed at Dorchester Prison.

Now, over 160 years later, sisters Fran and Irene, relatives of Martha Brown, have been researching the case. They are keen to separate fact from fiction, as the story of Martha famously inspired Thomas Hardy’s classic novel Tess of the D’Urbervilles, a tale in which Tess is executed for the murder of her husband.

Top criminal barristers Sasha Wass QC and Jeremy Dein QC re-examine and review the hasty investigation, consider the pathological evidence, and undertake a psychological evaluation of Martha and John’s relationship. Will they be able to prove that Martha Brown was wrongly convicted? Watch and find out!

#Broadwindsor #Dorset #Birdsmoorgate #MarthaBrown #1856 #Execution #ThomasHardy #TessOfTheDUrbervilles #BBC1 #StaySafe

Happy 150th Anniversary to the British Red Cross

Inspired by Swiss businessman, Henry Dunant and originally called the British National Society for Aid to the Sick and Wounded in War in 1870, it would be renamed the British Red Cross in 1905 becoming part of an international movement of humanitarian organisations offering aid in disasters and health crises.

Granted its first Royal Charter in 1908 by HM King Edward VII, Queen Alexandra then became its president. Our Queen has been a patron of the organisation for 65 years and Prince Charles has been president of the Red Cross since 2003.

All Red Cross programs and activities are guided by their 7 Fundamental Principles:

  1. Humanity
  2. Impartiality
  3. Neutrality
  4. Independence
  5. Voluntary Service
  6. Unity 
  7. Universality

The British Red Cross refuse to ignore people in crisis. They help people cope with disasters, conflicts and personal crises.
To donate to their UK Coronavirus Response Appeal, by card or PayPal – Click HERE.
To learn more of the history and work of the British Red Cross, visit their website – HERE.

#Broadwindsor #WestDorset #UK #BritishRedCross #CrisisAppeal #Donate #Coronavirus #Community #Volunteers #StaySafe