Back British Farming Day – Wednesday, 15th September

Today is Back British Farming Day and MPs are being encouraged to show their support for British farming as part of an annual initiative which aims to celebrate agriculture and its importance to the UK economy.

Now in it’s sixth year, the NFU’s Back British Farming Day shines a spotlight on the work that our farmers do.
The initiative gives producers an opportunity to promote their commitment to high production and environmental standards. It also aims to highlight the importance of the industry to the UK economy, contributing over £120bn each year and employing four million people. Prominent farming accounts on social media have started to encourage farmers, the public and MPs to join in. Read more HERE.

Village resident & poet, Peter Roe wrote the following poem in 2017.

Factor in the Tractor

In Dorsetshire we’ve got it all
The landscape and attractions
For adults to children small
We have the best distractions

Our little lanes and scenic views
Are the best beyond reproach
But satnavs driving time it skews
When you’re stuck behind a coach

Factor in the Tractor
If you’re on the road, on your way
Factor in the Tractor
Because we don’t have motorway

If you live life at the speed of light
Then Dorset’s not for you
But if you feel our pace is right
Then here’s what you should do

Factor in the Tractor
If you’re on the road, on your way
Factor in the Tractor
Because we don’t have motorway

Thank you to all our Farmers!

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Neil Maya Quartet: 1959 Golden Year of Jazz – Sunday, 31st October

Broadwindsor Comrades Hall, together with Artsreach invite you to a 4pm Sunday matinee performance…

Let the fabulous Devon based Neil Maya Quarteret take you back to 1959 and the cool sounds of one of the greatest jazz bands in existence, the Dave Brubeck Quartet. Playing such classics as Blue Rondo Ala Turk, Unsquare Dance and Take Five, the quartet delivers its performance with a light, skilful touch and an air of frivolity. Saxophonist Neil Maya is joined by some of the most exciting jazz musicians working in the South West today. Expect an afternoon of Brubeck classics, interwoven with original compositions too. The quartet’s music is crisp, colourful, sassy, smooth, atmospheric, intricate, cool, very imaginative and always highly entertaining!

“Electrifying performances from a band that has everything” – Teignmouth Jazz Festival.

Tickets, which must be booked in advance:

£10 Adult
£5 Under 18 yrs.

Available from: www.artsreach.co.uk or broadwindsorem@gmail.com or by calling 01308 867252.

A bar and refreshments will be available.

Please note – although not mandatory, we encourage our audience to continue to wear masks, particularly when moving around the hall. Hand sanitiser will be available and please be conscious of social distancing during your visit.

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Broadwindsor Cricket Club Celebrates On Saturday, 18th

Broadwindsor Cricket Club are having a party at 1pm on Saturday, 18th September. With drinks and a BBQ – all are invited. The Club announced their party on Twitter earlier today…

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Additional Volunteer Drivers Needed – Beaminster Country Cars

Beaminster Country Car Scheme is a voluntary driving organisation run by Dorset County Council, locally organised by Mike Bateman who lives in Beaminster. It’s non-profit making and mileage/driving expenses are covered.

Mainly, you would be taking elderly people to NHS medical appointments. Usually to local surgeries/hospitals. It can be further away but only if the driver is happy to do longer trips. The driver is paid cash by the passenger to cover the recorded mileage for fuel etc.

Drivers use their own vehicles.
The passenger pays: 45p per mile.
Days of operation: Monday to Friday (9am—5pm) – you choose your time.
Serving: Beaminster, Broadwindsor, Melplash, Mosterton, Seaborough, Netherbury, Drimpton, Waytown, Blackdown and Hooke.

Drivers can do it as often as they wish, there is no obligation or pressure to commit to any particular drives if it’s not convenient. It’s really enjoyable, rewarding and you meet some lovely people who are always very grateful.

Mike is currently short of drivers so it would be great if a few more drivers could help, especially with the Covid vaccine booster jabs being rolled out soon.

If you are interested or you would like further information, please contact Elaine Leader on 07796 981364.

Thank you very much.

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Macmillan Coffee Morning – Saturday, 2nd October

At 10.30am on Saturday, 2nd October – go along to the Comrades Hall in Broadwindsor to be part of the Macmillan’s World Biggest Coffee Morning .

Delicious cakes and fresh produce will be on sale as well as a raffle.
£5.00 entry. Please support this worthy cause.

Contact Jenny Curtis for more info on: 01308 868293.

You’re politely requested to wear a face mask when moving around the hall.

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Drimpton’s Fundraising Fashion Show – 7pm, Friday 15th October

Travelling Trends Fashion will be at Drimpton’s Village Hall on Friday 15th October. The show starts at 7pm.

Enjoy a fashion show followed by a sale of top quality high street and branded womens clothing at discounted prices.

All clothes are available to try on and buy on the evening – no ordering required.
Their sizing range goes generally from 8-20 but some lines come in sizes 4-6 and 22-24.
Changing rooms and mirrors will be available for trying on clothing before you buy.

A bar will be available 🙂

Tickets are £6, which includes a free glass of Prosecco upon arrival.
Contact: Lesley Tibballs on 01308 867241 or tibbals55@outlook.com.
or through other members of Drimpton Village Hall Committee.

All proceeds to Drimpton Village Hall Development and Maintenance Fund.

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Letter Of Thanks To Fun Day’s Community

Good afternoon, my name is Kate Staff and I held the cake raffle at Broadwindsor’s Fun Day.
I would like to thank everyone that supported me in raising money.

My aim was not only to raise funds but also to raise awareness. I had never heard of TS (Turner Syndrome) until my daughter Louise was diagnosed at the age of 18yrs.
As a child she suffered and encountered numerous difficulties both physical and emotional some of which will be with her for life and if an earlier diagnosis was made she would have had a completely different childhood/education and friendships would have been a lot easier as she wouldn’t have felt as if she didn’t belong or fit in.
It was just by chance that our GP suggested she should be tested for TS and after reading all the signs and symptoms of TS, I was stunned to realise that Louise had roughly 80% of them. All of which were not detected by doctors/nurses/ENT specialists but most of all me!
I carry a strong feeling of guilt, that as her mother I didn’t do enough, as I always knew she wasn’t like other children her age and thought she may be on the lower end of the spectrum scale but then again no 2 children are the same are they?!
I have questioned myself over and over again “Why didn’t I know? Why didn’t I do something?” I can only put it down to lack of knowledge across the board so raising awareness has become very important to me. It won’t change things for Louise but if the signs and symptoms are known and talked about it might help others to get diagnosed earlier.

Thank you everyone x

Turner syndrome is a rare genetic disorder affecting girls and women. The cause of Turner syndrome is a completely or partially missing X chromosome. Treatment for Turner syndrome may include hormone therapy.

The Turner Syndrome Support Society is a national charity caring for the needs of those with Turner Syndrome throughout the United Kingdom.

You can make a donation HERE.

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Comrades Hall 100 Club

The Autumn draw took place on Tuesday 7^th September 2021 at the Comrades Hall Post Office. The numbers were drawn by John, the Post Office Outreach Clerk.

The winning numbers and names are as follows:

1^st £75 No 02 Winner Rita Haggett
2^nd £50 No 75 Winner Helen Guppy
3^rd £25 No 42 Winner Mike & Judith Hahn
4^th £15 No 61 Winner Brenda Smith
5^th £10 No 62 Winner Andrew Hookings
6^th £5 No 48 Winner Liz Studley

The next draw will take place on Tuesday 7^th December 2021 at Comrades Hall. This will be the first draw of the new season with a first prize of £100. Just in time for Christmas! Keep your eyes & ears peeled for details about renewing your subscription for the next season.

Any queries or questions, please contact Joyce Chumbley (868286) or Sally Sarling (867672) for details.

Thank you to all the Members for your continued support for Comrades Hall.

Joyce & Sally

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Sheep Grazing At Hursey Common’s Sport Field

Attention Dog Owners & Walkers

This summer there has been terrible trouble with the mower and it is currently not working. As a consequence the grass at Hursey Common has got too long to be cut, in order to reduce the grass length sheep are grazing the field and will stay there until it is eaten down in a few days.

Please share this information with other dog owners you know/see as not everyone uses the internet and/or social media.

Thank you.

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Anneliese Devere’s Yoga Classes

With classes starting early next month at Clapton & Wayford Village Hall, Anneliese Devere invites you to:

CHAIR YOGA.
Monday, 6th September: 10.30am – 11.30am £8

A relaxing class designed for seniors and those with limited movement. It is a gentle yoga class where you will have the support of a chair instead of being on the floor. The movements will greatly help with flexibility, balance and strength.

BEGINNERS AND RETURNERS.
Sunday, 5th September: 9.30am – 10.30am £8
Monday, 6th September: 7pm – 8pm £8

This class is a combination of Hatha yoga and gentle flow poses to help with flexibility, strength and balance. It is suitable for all levels and is a wonderful way to reconnect with your body and relax your mind.

To reserve your place and for further enquiries, please contact Anneliese,
by email: anneliese.therapies@gmail.com
Tel: 07795 968085
or Message her on Facebook HERE.

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Back British Farming Day – Wednesday, 15th September

Factor in the Tractor

Thank you to all our Farmers!

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Neil Maya Quartet: 1959 Golden Year of Jazz – Sunday, 31st October

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Broadwindsor Cricket Club Celebrates On Saturday, 18th

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Additional Volunteer Drivers Needed – Beaminster Country Cars

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Macmillan Coffee Morning – Saturday, 2nd October

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Drimpton’s Fundraising Fashion Show – 7pm, Friday 15th October

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Letter Of Thanks To Fun Day’s Community

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Comrades Hall 100 Club

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Sheep Grazing At Hursey Common’s Sport Field

Attention Dog Owners & Walkers

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Anneliese Devere’s Yoga Classes

CHAIR YOGA.
Monday, 6th September: 10.30am – 11.30am £8

BEGINNERS AND RETURNERS.
Sunday, 5th September: 9.30am – 10.30am £8
Monday, 6th September: 7pm – 8pm £8

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Factor in the Tractor

Thank you to all our Farmers!

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CHAIR YOGA. Monday, 6th September: 10.30am – 11.30am £8

BEGINNERS AND RETURNERS. Sunday, 5th September: 9.30am – 10.30am £8 Monday, 6th September: 7pm – 8pm £8

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Attention Dog Owners & Walkers

CHAIR YOGA.
Monday, 6th September: 10.30am – 11.30am £8

BEGINNERS AND RETURNERS.
Sunday, 5th September: 9.30am – 10.30am £8
Monday, 6th September: 7pm – 8pm £8