Tag: #WestDorset

Proposed Development South Of Fullers, Broadwindsor

The photograph above shows the view from a village resident’s window in Fullers.  The photograph below shows details of the 22 dwellings and associated works, including the formation of access, surface water attenuation pond, landscape and ecological enhancements proposed to go on the same piece of land.  Resident, Ruth Stevens commented  “How sad will it be..to see this lovely view being replaced by the new housing development!”

With reference to Planning Application: WD/D/21/000123 

Proposed Development

You can comment, support or object on this development HERE until 22nd March 2021. The comment box they give you has a 1000 character limit.  (If you wish to enter more than 1,000 characters, please type your response in a text document and add it as an attachment.)

Proposed site of development. Photo credit: Ruth Stevens

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Covid 2nd Vaccine Update From Barton House Surgery

Barton House Medical Practice in Beaminster have released an update:

They started vaccinating in late December 2020 and the 12 week intermission until the 2nd vaccine dates are fast approaching.  They are now receiving information about their next delivery from the NHSE.  They will be inviting patients in order of clinics – data is on the Central National Database.
They need confirmation from NHSE centrally of vaccine delivery before they can put clinic dates on; dates are not known far in advance.

The clinics will be running in March once dates are confirmed.

When they began, they did not have an IT solution that allowed patients to book their own appointments online.  They do now, and so if they have your mobile number, they can send your invite via a text and you can book a vaccine appointment directly online.
Please make sure they have your mobile details as they send a text message to book you into the clinic directly.  If you do not have a mobile – they will telephone you.

Patients do not need to contact the surgery.

Upload your details to their website HERE.

“Thank you for your patience – we will get to everyone as soon as we can; as you know – we have a fantastic healthcare and community team who have worked hard to bring this together and make it happen. Stay safe.”  – Dani Farrell

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Footpath blocked By Trusthams

Due to the continual rain, the footpath just before the bench at the top of Back Lane, at the corner of Trusthams has become blocked.

Magna have been informed.

Please exercise caution at Hollis Hill too as large stones and boulders have been slipping there onto the road.

Stay Safe!

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Broadwindsor Welcomes The Wagon House

Coming very soon to Attisham Farm, nr. Broadwindsor – a Milk Vending Machine.

Calf - The Wagon House

Stuart & Louise Hayball will run this small family business, producing quality, fresh, pasteurised whole milk, from their lovely herd of British Holstein cows.

Attisham Farm is located at Templemens Ash, just before Birdsmoorgate on the B3164, shown below.

Cows @ The Wagon House
Cows at The Wagon House

Asked whether they had a favourite cow . . . Louise commented “..there are many!…..Daisy, Annabelle, Angus, Snowy, Louise, Millie, Olive, Lofty, Bluey, Exclamation, Bubbles, Jess, Cinnamon, Pepsi, Poppy, Eve….to name but a few!“

They arrival of the machine is imminent so hopefully they will be up and running in the not too distant future.

Look out for their delicious milk, milkshakes, and more!

Email: thewagonhouse@hotmail.com
or Message through their Facebook page HERE.

The name Hayball is already familiar to many local residents. The Hayball family have been milking at Attisham Farm for nearly 100 years. 

Specketts Knapp LambProud to be working in British Farming is Stuart’s cousin Neil Hayball, who with his wife, Rachel and their 6 children, have their sheep graze in a few of Neil’s parents’ fields which are just below Pilsdon pen.  Neil & Rachel sell their Speckets Knapp Lamb locally, advertising on their Facebook page and local groups. Please Tel: 07710 608951 with any enquiries.

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Dorset Community Action’s Newsletter

Dorset Community Action are a charity that exists to support charities, voluntary groups and social enterprises across the Dorset community. Their mission is to bring people together to develop community based solutions that deliver better services for the benefit of all.
There is a Funding Event next month too!
Read their 8 page newsletter below. 

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​Dorset Community Action is a member of Action with Rural Communities in England (ACRE) and as part of the ACRE network they support local rural communities in Dorset.
DCA is funded by and works in partnership with DEFRA, Dorset Council and other statutory and grant-making bodies.

​Dorset Community Action (Head Office), The Little Keep, Barrack Road, Dorchester, Dorset DT1 1SQ
Telephone: 01305 250921
Email: info@dorsetcommunityaction.org.uk

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LIVE Landing Broadcast: Perseverance Rover Lands on Mars

Launched on 30th July 2020, NASA’s Perseverance Rover is due to touchdown onto the surface of Mars, some 33.9 million miles away at 20:55 – 21.15 hours GMT this evening if all continues to go to plan.

Watch Live HERE. Update: A successful touchdown @ 20.56hr GMT

Other Channels that will carry the live broadcast include:
(each one will open in a separate window)

The first successful flyby of Mars was on 14th–15th July 1965, by NASA’s Mariner 4.
On November 14th, 1971, Mariner 9 became the first space probe to orbit another planet when it entered into orbit around Mars.
The Soviet probes Phobos 1 and 2 were sent to Mars in 1988 to study Mars and its two moons, with a focus on Phobos.#Broadwindsor,#Burstock,#Blackdown,#Drimpton,#Hursey,#Kittwhistle,#Seaborough,#Dorset,#WestDorset,#2021,#NationalLockdown,#NASA,#PerseveranceRover,#WatchLive,#Space,#Mars,#Wow,#BeSafe,#StaySafe

New Awards At Bridport Food Festival

Bridport Food Festival are pleased to announce their new ‘Lockdown Hero’ awards devised to recognise and say a BIG ‘Thank You‘ to the local food & drink businesses: cafes, restaurants, pubs, butchers, bakers, greengrocers, farm shops, market traders, etc., who have risen to the challenges of the pandemic and continued to feed us and provide us with much needed treats. Many have increased what they offer and have set up new, or adapted their services, to provide delivery and collection services.

Awards will be presented to six categories:

  1. Restaurants, Cafes & Tea Rooms
  2. Pubs & Bars
  3. Takeaway shops
  4. Food/Drink Shops, market stalls, Farm Shops
  5. Producers, wholesalers, Caterers
  6. Special Award for an outstanding service or offer from any of the above categories
You, their customers, are asked to nominate the businesses you feel have gone the ‘extra mile’ to offer either an extra or special delivery, service or product to keep everyone supplied with all those essentials or treats during the lockdown periods.
You are invited to nominate a businesses in each of the six categories. Voting is open now and will finish at midnight on 31st March 2021.
Cast your vote HERE.
There will be a winner and runner up in each category, judged by the number of votes and quality of comments received. The winners will be announced in April 2021.

Bridport Food Festival was originally conceived by the West Dorset Food and Land Trust, with support from the Countryside Agency, The Marshwood Vale Magazine, Denhay Farms and Bridport Town Council, and was launched with the help of Hugh Fernley-Whittingstall in 2004.

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Potholes

An ongoing problem in our area.  Dorset Council received their share of the £500 million the Government have allocated for the fixing of potholes. To be paid in instalments, this amounts to a total of £7 million. The South West region has been allocated £90,031,000, more than any other region of England.
This is the second of 5 equal instalments from the £2.5 billion Potholes Fund, providing £500 million a year between 2020/21 and 2024/25, announced by the Chancellor in the 2020 Budget – and is part of wider funding the Dept. for Transport provides for road maintenance, totalling over £1.1 billion across England in 2021/22.

Dorset Council report that the average pothole costing around £50 to fill in, the funding will ensure that the equivalent of 10 million potholes can be repaired across the county.

There is an alternative!

Plastic – we must make sure we are reducing, not increasing, the the supply.

In March 2018 in Scotland, Fife Council were in negotiations to use a bitumen-substitute material called MR6 to repair damaged road services.  The company behind the idea, Carlisle-based MacRebur, won financial backing from Sir Andy Murray and billionaire Virgin boss Sir Richard Branson and had already undertaken a £200,000 resurfacing scheme on the A7 in the Lake District.
Read more about MacRebur’s revolutionary products HERE.

On the other side of the pond, a Californian company, Technisoil Industrial believe they have the solution with plastic too. To learn more about their products – Click HERE.

To report a pothole to Dorset Council – Click HERE.

To report any other kind of road problem to Dorset Council such as: dead animals; drainage/flooding  problems; street lighting; weeds/moss; abandoned vehicle; footpaths and more – Click HERE.

Baroness Vere of NorbitonBaroness Charlotte Sarah Emily Vere, who took office in April 2019 as the Transport Minister & Member of the House of Lords said:

“We know potholes are more than just a nuisance – they can be dangerous to drivers and cyclists alike, and cause damage to thousands of vehicles every year.
“The funding allocated today will help councils ensure roads in their area are kept up to standard, and that the potholes that blight road users can be dealt with promptly.”

As Parliamentary Under Secretary of State, Baroness Vere has responsibility for:

  • Roads (including Highways England)
  • Motoring agencies (DVSA, DVLA, VCA)
  • Buses and Taxis
  • Light rail (including Tram, Underground and Metro systems)
  • Devolution (including Union connectivity and London transport)

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Chinese New Year – Friday 12th February – Year of the Ox

The Chinese New Year festival officially begins on February 12th, 2021, and ends on February 22nd. It will become the year of the Ox (牛). In China, it is known as the Spring Festival as the holiday marks the end of the coldest days. People welcome spring and what it brings along: planting and harvests, new beginnings and fresh starts.  The Chinese New Year always occurs with the New Moon and it is called the Lunar New Year, because countries such as North and South Korea and Vietnam celebrate it as well.

Fireworks and firecrackers are normally set off at the stroke of midnight to bring in the new year and drive away any potential misfortune. Some families ignite firecrackers on Chinese New Year’s Day morning when they open the door or before they go out, to bring good luck through the year. There will not be the firework displays and the great noise of firecrackers this year.

The years of the Ox are 1937; 1949; 1961; 1973; 1985; 1997 and this year 2021. The Ox is the second of the 12-year cycle of animals which appear in the Chinese zodiac related to the Chinese calendar. According to one myth, the Jade Emperor said the order would be decided by the order in which they arrived to his party. The Ox was about to be the first to arrive, but Rat tricked Ox into giving him a ride. Then, just as they arrived, Rat jumped down and landed ahead of Ox. Thus, Ox became the second animal. Here are all the twelve animals in their cycle:

In Chinese culture, the Ox is a valued animal. Because of its role in agriculture, positive characteristics, such as being hardworking and honest, are attributed to it. Oxen characteristics in humans are they are the hard workers in the background, intelligent and reliable, but never demanding praise. This often hides their talent, but they’ll gain recognition through their hard work.

Beyond the cycle of twelve animals, there are then sub divisions depending on what Elements are attributed to your year.

Elements & alleged fortunes for the Ox:

Element Year Fortune
Metal 1961, 2021 These Oxen face obstacles early on, although there are no financial worries. Friends and family aren’t much help, but they will be able to enjoy a comfortable retirement.
Water 1973, 2033 These Oxen have a comfortable early life and are respected their entire life. They will have a loving family, but it’s recommended to marry late.
Wood 1925, 1985 These Oxen are multitalented and live like a breeze. There are some difficulties in the beginning, but everything smooths out.
Fire 1937, 1997 These Oxen are friendly and social. There are no financial worries their entire life.
Earth 1949, 2009 These Oxen are detailed and like being the leader. They’re usually are make a lot of money, but can’t seem to hold onto it. However, they are able to slow down and enjoy their later years.

Men born in the Ox year are said to be reliable and trustworthy. They put their entire heart into everything they do. They feel great responsibility towards their family as well. However, due to their confidence (almost arrogance), they don’t allow anyone to go against their rules. They hold your children to high expectations, even though it might be unrealistic.

Women born in the Ox year are said to be calm and gentle. They will never surrender to fate and rarely think of choosing an alternative. This no doubt leads to a life of struggles. But no matter what, they will walk down the road they choose until the end. Despite this stubbornness, they think and react quickly.

Compatibility

Most compatible with Ox: Rat, Snake, Rooster

Rat’s fixed Earthly Branch is water, while Ox is earth. They have complementing personalities and hold the same goals in life.
Snake and Rooster fit Ox nicely as well. Not only will Snakes give warmth and romance, they offer help and support in work too. Honest and loyal, they can also be attracted to the Rooster’s soft and loving heart.

Least compatible with Ox: Goat, Horse, Dog

The Earthly Branches of Goat and Ox clash strongly. They can tolerate each other’s differences, but there will always be tension.
Horses have a free and wild spirit, and may not have a serious attitude toward life. This is the opposite of an Ox’s personality. With Dogs, it’s hard to find common ground.

Careers Fit for Oxen:

Oxen often group family and work together. They look for long-term and steady work. Because of this, they are studious in school and perform well in every subject. This helps build a strong support for any future career path.
Because of their low-key personality, a stable job is the best for Oxen. Their strong sense of responsibility also makes them the perfect candidate for professional and stressful jobs. These include doctors, lawyers, businessmen and teachers. With their technical skills and effort, they can receive society’s recognition and reach their own standards.
No matter what career they choose, it must something they are really interested in. Though they may be okay with any job that fits their skills, they should take the time to find something they love. Only in a stable environment that matches their passions, are they able to find their true calling.

Health and Lifestyle:

Like the wild oxen that run freely in the fields, people of the Ox year are healthy and fit. Hospital visits are rare, but this sometimes leads to overconfidence. Neglect during youth will result in problems in the later years.
As workaholics, Oxen will sometimes go days with minimal food and rest, then binge on both. Irregular diets will lead to indigestion and problems with the digestive system. Irregular exercise is what causes you to fall ill with “random” ailments.
Once they reach the middle ages, there is high risk of heart disease. Strokes are another risk. In addition, they commonly suffer from joint pain.
Most of these issues stem from irregular exercise. For a healthy life, they need to remember to take breaks from work, stretch and relax.

Local Employment: Clerk to the Governors – Broadwindsor Primary School

Broadwindsor Primary School seek a Clerk to the Governors. A permanent, part time position, the Clerk is responsible for convening an average of 9 Full Governing Body meetings per year. This is a rewarding position, providing essential assistance and guidance to the Governing Body of the school. Employed by Dorset Council –

  • Job Reference: REC/21/00160
  • Occupational group: School Support Staff
  • Salary details: Grade 5 SCP 4-6
  • Job term: Part time, Term time only
  • Appointment type: Permanent
  • Contact: Mrs Sally Dawson, sdawson@broadwindsor.dorset.sch.uk
  • Contact telephone: 01308 868376
  • Closing Date: 25 February 2021 12:00 pm

Meetings take place in the evening or late afternoon or virtually using MS TEAMS during Covid restrictions. Administrative duties such as typing up minutes may be carried out more flexibly at home or in school to suit the successful candidate. Experience in a similar post would be advantageous but training can be given and support is provided by Dorset Governor Services and via the National Governance Association (NGA).

They  are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic individual to be Clerk to the Governors. You will play a vital role, supporting the Governors with the guidance they need. It will involve working closely with the Headteacher and Chair to ensure the smooth and effective running of the Governing Body.

You will have excellent administrative, organisational, ICT and literacy skills, working under your own initiative. You will oversee the organisation of meetings, record accurate minutes and advise on changes in legislation, policy and governance issues (ongoing training and support provided). The ability to remain impartial, comply with data protection legislation and maintain confidentiality is essential.

Visits to school during Covid restrictions cannot currently take place but please do contact the school office for further information. If you are interested in this role, please apply via the ‘Apply for this job’ link on their page. CV’s are not accepted.
(You have to log in to the Dorset Council website to apply)

They value the diversity of their workforce and welcome applications from all sectors of the community.

Broadwindsor Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people; this is a commitment which they expect all staff and volunteers to share. The successful candidate will be required to have a Disclosure and Barring Service check in line with the Governments safer recruitment guidelines.

The pro rata salary shown is based on the number of hours and weeks worked and paid annual leave entitlement for an employee under 5 years’ service.

Interviews: week beginning 1 March 2021

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