Marlborough Town and Country March 19 by Marlborough Town and Country

TOWN & COUNTRY

People

• Hayley Lambert Packaging NOT included

Local News

• Council News • Michael Grey appeal

Features

• Spring de-clutter • Mother's Day • Beating fleas

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Spring is here! I am writing this on a very wet and windy February day – but I hope by the time you are reading it there will be signs of Spring, with crocuses brightening up the place and daffodils starting to flower. It’s surprising how a bit of colour lifts the mood, I love it. When Spring sunshine hits those nooks and crannies, often our thoughts turn to cleaning and de-cluttering – Sammy from Strictly Organised has some great tips to help you put some order back into your home. With Mother’s Day around the corner (30 March for those who need a reminder), regular columnist Fiona ruminates on what being a mother is all about. Our inspirational interviewee this month is Hayley Lambert, who has been causing a stir with her brand new Zero Waste shop in Hughenden Yard, Marlborough. If passion and enthusiasm are any sort of measure, it’ll be a huge success. Hope you enjoy!

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Hayley Lambert Hayley Lambert is the proud owner of Packaging NOT Included, the zero waste shop that opened on 23 February in Hughenden Yard, Marlborough. Hayley lives in the town, with her husband Ed, a musician. Are you from this area? No, I’m from Essex originally. We’ve been in Marlborough about eight years, having moved from London. Tell us about yourself I grew up in a small village in Essex, which I liked, but as I got older found quite limiting, as you had to travel to do anything. I was always musical, and so applied to study music in London after my A levels. Music College was a shock to the system coming from such a provincial background. I felt out of my depth at first, as many of my fellow students came from specialist music schools and I felt I had a lot of catching up to do. Eventually I settled in, and in the end had a great experience – it really helped me build resilience, and a strong work ethic. I feel I really grew up whilst there, and learned a lot about the world and myself. After leaving, I built up work as a musician – hard work, but I quickly had a full timetable of teaching, orchestral gigs and concerts with a saxophone quartet. Subsequently I focused more and more on teaching, as I tired of the travelling and waiting around involved in performing. I have really enjoyed teaching saxophone and trying to inspire the next generation of young musicians. We moved to Marlborough when I got a teaching job at Marlborough College. Ed is a musician and jazz composer/arranger, working freelance. Luckily, nowadays you don’t have to be in London to get work, as more and more musicians are living away from the city – not really surprising as it is so expensive to live there. We’ve been very happy here. It’s quite some career switch from musician to shopkeeper – how did that happen? It was almost unintentional! About 18 months ago I happened to be searching on the internet for “nuts in bulk” (I was baking biscuits which needed ground almonds and walnuts, and could

only find them in small, expensive packets in the supermarket). I came across Earth.Food.Love, the first zero waste shop in the UK, which is in Totnes, Devon. I was immediately captivated by what they were doing and impressed with what they had achieved. The idea of selling product to people who brought their own containers really appealed. I spent a while researching it on the internet, but initially dismissed the idea of doing it myself as pie in the sky – I’m a musician not a retailer. However, I found that the idea just wouldn’t go away, and the more I thought about it the keener I became. Earth.Food.Love have had a lot of interest from others who want to do the same thing, and as they have no interest in franchising, they produced a guide for others on what to consider when thinking of opening a similar shop. Having gone through it, I decided that I would see if I could raise the money through the Government Start Up loan scheme. It’s a great scheme to help people get businesses off the ground, and provides help with writing a business plan and so on. It was a real thrill when I heard that the loan was approved. Since then I’ve been working hard to pull everything together, finding premises, suppliers, planning and fitting the shop etc. Now I am just a couple of weeks from opening and very excited!

Essentially it is an organic grocery shop, with no packaging. Everything is sold loose or from dispensers, and people will bring their own reusable containers to buy the goods they want.

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People Tell us how the shop works Essentially it is an organic grocery shop, with no packaging. Everything is sold loose or from dispensers, and people will bring their own reusable containers to buy the goods they want. The majority of items will be long shelf-life products – rice, pasta, nuts, seeds, cereals, beans, chocolate, flour, sugar etc. We will also have a selection of fresh fruit and vegetables, and fresh bread every day from Rudies, the new artisan bakers. There will also be a peanut butter maker, and a machine that produces nut milks. In addition, we’ll have a range of natural cleaning products and toiletries, and some containers/reusable packaging (eg beeswax wraps). In all there will be around 150 products. When buying, you first weigh your container, and label it with a barcode. You then fill it with your chosen produce (one type per container), and then take to the till to pay, where the weight of your container is taken off the total weight. How have you chosen the products? It’s not just about lack of packaging, there is also a real focus on local, organic, Fairtrade and ethical products. It’s the only place locally that you will be able to buy unwrapped organic fruit and veg, refill cleaning products, refill shower gel and shampoo. Initially there won’t be any refrigerated or frozen products, although they may come later.

What have you enjoyed, and what have you found difficult about preparing to open? Time management has been something of a challenge, as I have continued my two teaching jobs whilst getting ready to open! There’s so much to do, I have been known to be in the shop until midnight on occasion. On the whole I have loved every minute of it – researching products and suppliers and discovering that there are lots of likeminded people out there, pursuing their passions and challenging what is perceived as normal. It’s been a huge learning curve, but I’ve enjoyed finding solutions to problems that have cropped up as we’ve gone along. I’ve been careful to ensure that you don’t have to compromise on quality to buy ethically – all the cleaning products have been tested for effectiveness and they are great. People keep asking me if I’m nervous, but honestly, I’m just excited – it feels right. It’s wonderful to be doing something I have such a passion for. What do you think your main challenges will be once you are open? I think it will take a while to get the amount of fresh food right, as I am determined that there won’t be any wasted produce. This might mean that we run out of the odd thing before the end of the day, but I’m sure we’ll get the balance right in the end. Hopefully people will be understanding. Other than that, I’m sure that there will be issues we haven’t thought of, but that we will deal with as they arise. Ed has been a fantastic

support through all of this, and together I think we can resolve anything unexpected. What are you looking forward to the most? Meeting all our lovely customers - we’ve had a lot of interest already, and I am excited for all the people that have been so supportive either in person or on social media to come into the shop. I’m also looking forward to seeing how the shop develops over time, as I’m sure there will be lots of tweaks to suit our customers. What do you enjoy doing when not in shop mode? My main interest is going to the gym. I go to The Fitness Space in Marlborough, where everyone is fantastic. When I first went it was because I thought I needed to get fitter, and I wasn’t expecting to enjoy it so much. I love my workouts there, they are a good distraction from work, as you can’t be thinking about dried goods or shopfitting while weight lifting! I enjoy reading, although not much time for that at the moment. The last book I read was the latest Philip Pullman, the first in The Book of Dust series. Ed bought me a “How to be an entrepreneur” type book for Christmas, but I haven’t had time to read it yet! As a musician, I have a very wide ranging taste in music – from classical, to choral and rock and pop. I don’t play so much at the moment, but I’ll always love the saxophone. Packaging NOT Included is in Hughenden Yard, Marlborough – why not pop along with your containers and check out what’s on offer? You’ll find more info at www.packagingnotincluded.co.uk, and you’ll also find them on Facebook and Instagram

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New Zero Waste Shop Opens Marlborough now boasts its very own zero waste shop Packaging NOT Included, based in Hughenden Yard, Marlborough, next to Café 38. (Opening day is February 23) Everything sold has a focus on local, organic, Fairtrade and ethical products, and without any packaging. Customers bring their own containers, or if necessary, buy reusable ones at the shop. Owned and run by Hayley Lambert, the shop is part of a growing movement in the UK towards minimising the amount of waste we send to landfill. Hayley is our interviewee this month, read all about her on pages 6/7.

Michael Gray Memorial Appeal As many of you no doubt know, Michael Gray, who was crucial to the inception and development of the Merchant’s House and who held the House close to his heart for thirty years, died in November last year. The Merchant’s House Trust is now exploring ways of marking his special place in the project, and as well as writing to all the Friends of the Merchant’s House is appealing more widely to reach those who would be interested in contributing. Clyde Nancarrow, Chairman of Trustees explains, “Michael’s greatest love was English furniture, especially that of the 16th and 17th centuries, and so we would like to buy a significant piece of furniture in his memory. It would be displayed in the House with an acknowledgement of why it was purchased. Michael’s family are generously donating the sums collected at his funeral to the Trust and we are asking people to kindly

contribute in his memory. All contributions will be most gratefully received” If you would like to contribute, payment should be made by cheque to The Merchant’s House Trust or by bank transfer to: Barclays Bank PLC, Account Number: 50635065 Sort Code: 20-84-58 Using the reference MG fund.

Do you use Children’s Centre Services? Wiltshire Council is asking for people’s views on proposals to expand what it says is its successful model of providing children’s centre services in local community venues. It says more vulnerable families are being reached as many of the services for under 5’s are now provided at the heart of communities. Currently the services are provided in a mix of venues, including dedicated buildings or community sites such as libraries, church halls and community centres. More people are also accessing information online so future provision will have to meet that need. Now Wiltshire Council is keen to expand its model by finding more community spaces including halls, libraries, campuses and leisure centres. People are being consulted on alternative venues so underused buildings can be closed and more sessions can be held for children and families in well-used community sites. The services for families with under-5s provide a range of support and advice around parenting, home learning environment, domestic abuse support, employment and training opportunities and healthy lifestyles. Children’s centre services would continue to work in collaboration with health visiting and midwifery and other colleagues who support housing and employment. There would also be a greater emphasis on providing help earlier for families before they reach crisis point. If you think there should be services more local to you, or changes to the existing ones, you can have your say at http://consult.wiltshire.gov.uk/ portal/education/childrens_centre_proposals until 20 March 2019.

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At January’s Full Council meeting, our Mayor, Councillor Lisa Farrell, was delighted to present a cheque for £440 to David Brown, Vice Chairman of the Marlborough Branch of the Royal British Legion. This represented the proceeds of a Town Council commemorative ‘Roll of Honour’ event held on 10 November in the Town Hall, a tribute to all those in Marlborough who played their part in the Great War. This contribution will be towards the Poppy Appeal 2018 for which the local RBL branch raised a record breaking £17,000 – a magnificent effort for this worthy cause.

Green Tokens

At the same meeting, Cllr Farrell was able to thank Waitrose for its continued support under the Community Matters Green Tokens Scheme where shoppers can decide which local cause to donate their tokens to. Ian Burdekin,

Branch Manager, handed over a cheque for £342 raised to help towards the costs of staging the Christmas Lights Switch-on event and Lisa Wakeham, Community Lead for the scheme, then presented a cheque for £250 towards the Mayor’s 7 charities. The Mayor also thanked all of those who donated their tokens.

Tree Planting

On a windy February morning, around 60 volunteers met to plant trees on Marlborough Common to create a Centenary Wood to mark the end of World War 1. Les Trute, General Manager of Marlborough Golf Club, helped spearhead the project discussing it with the Woodland Trust to make sure that the best site was selected. In time, it will form

an avenue beside the fairway at the 15th hole. It’s hoped that an interpretation board will be added later to help explain the importance of the wood to future generations. The trees are all indigenous species including Goat Willow, Silver Birch, Wild Cherry, Field Maple, Rowan, Oak, Whitebeam, Hazel, Dogwood and Holly. So not only year-round interest, but a wildlife friendly habitat too. Thanks go to Club members and local volunteers as well as the Town Council Grounds Team who all helped with planting.

Jubilee Centre At a farewell event at the end of January, the Mayor was able to say a big thank you to Carole Walker who has managed the Jubilee Centre for just under 15 years. The Centre, which is in the High Street, provides a vital service for elderly people in the area offering them a stimulating and safe environment with a host of varied activities. Over the years, Carole and volunteers have transformed the centre into an invaluable facility. We send her all best wishes for the future.

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Lifestyle

Mother’s Day Mother’s day will, for me, be a poignant day this year. My Mum and my Mother in Law are both very much alive and kicking and I am so grateful to have them around. We aren’t really a family that makes a big fuss of Mother’s day, but I’ll get them each a card and a little something to show that I care. These will either be popped in the post or handed over when we meet near the time. Nothing fancy on the day itself. Similarly for me, as a mum, the day is usually a couple of cards, jokey from son and pretty from daughter signed by them and the menagerie of pets, of course, then off we go. The rest of the day on a cold rugby pitch in the morning cheering on the Marlborough U15’s and home for chores, enforcement of homework time and build up to a roast dinner - and that’s how I like it. I don’t need to be wined and dined and showered in chocolates or flowers. (Well, flowers are nice occasionally…) Saying that though, appreciating happiness, whilst we have it, is an understated art. I am at an age now where friends and family are losing their mothers and, whilst life has ticked away nicely for them, the loss of their mother, sudden or otherwise is immense. Sadly, a young colleague of mine passed away days before Christmas leaving a small child. My Mum lost her mother at an early age too and I cannot begin to comprehend the impact that losing a mother must have on a child. Fitting in calls to my parents around the general hustle and bustle of life is not my best skill. I generally speak to my parents once a week. Sometimes, if technology permits, we even manage to Face Time. This is always hilarious as I get the view of a thumb, the ceiling or the top of Mum’s head. Then there’s the “I’ll hand you over to Dad now” and we have a few minutes more of ceiling, shots of ears, even the carpet and a quick catch up before Call the Midwife takes priority and off they go. My sister has recently set up a family WhatsApp group which fills the gaps a little and has resulted in some more single sentence chatter and exchanged snow pictures or

naughty puppy pictures. Whilst I assume that this is enough, is it? Although my parents are retired, they are busy people and quite often, one or the other isn’t around when I call. This all seems fine and the accepted norm, but how am I going to feel when, in September, my daughter goes off to university some four hours away from home? I have no doubt that there will be the odd text – usually for money, and the odd call, but how would I feel if this was once a week only? I can’t quite comprehend it. Mind you, with teenagers, there are quite often days when you wonder why you’ve bothered speaking at all. Life is different now to when I was at university and had to queue to use a telephone in my student halls. Her phone is very much glued to my daughter’s hand, so that shouldn’t be a problem. Will she call, will she miss me? Who knows? What I do know is that the key is to making each of those moments that you do share the best version of a moment that they can be. We don’t need to be hearts and flowers to our mums and as mums all the time. It’s about what makes you feel loved that counts. Happy Mother’s day Mum x Fiona Kellow Fiona Kellow is a working mum of two. When she isn’t running around after her family she is a Partner at Thrings Solicitors, specialising in family law.

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Organisation

Spring de-cluttering Longer days, warmer weather, daffodils appearing – Spring must be around the corner. I love the word spring. It conveys that feeling of a positive burst of energy - a good word describing how the world wakes up from those sleepy winter months. It is therefore not surprising that people are motivated to have a good spring clean to freshen things up. Clients often say they imagine I live in a minimalist haven of nothingness, which makes me laugh as that isn’t the case. However, what I do believe, and what I tell them, is that the things you have in your home should help not hinder how you live. Like everyone else, Spring is a good reminder for me to go through a declutter process. Over the past few months I have had the perfect opportunity as we have been doing some building works which meant I had to clear some rooms. So here are some of the things I used to help me: • I put a recycle/donation box near the front door, and I added to it as I went along. • I removed everything in my wardrobe that didn’t fit/hadn’t worn for a while. • I invested in some ‘thin’ hangers and created about a third more hanging space. • I thought I had a pretty organised kitchen but those out of date jars and spices still lingered and there were old saucepans buried at the back of the cupboards. Out they all went. • I cleared out all the cosmetics and creams that I hadn’t used for a while – they can be one

of the biggest germ traps. • I took some old medications to the pharmacy so they could be disposed of properly. • I thinned out the bookshelf of paperbacks and managed to create more space in the landing by getting rid of a fiddly bookcase. • I discovered the Tardis that was the garage. Boxes we had stored waiting to unpack once the work had been done were more than I remembered! However, having lived without the contents for over a year it became easier to let go of a lot of things and not bring clutter into the newly decorated space So how am I feeling now? A lot calmer. Everything has its place and managing the house has become much easier. There were times when it was all a bit daunting, so I set up a simple routine where I did an hour of focussed clearing each night and after a week it was done. I now have a bit of a ‘spring’ in my step! Sammy Ryan, Strictly Organised

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What’s On

What’s On March 2019 Ramsbury Roxy The Children Act (12A) Date: Friday 1 March Venue: Ramsbury Memorial Hall 1h 45min. Drama As the demands of her job cause her marriage to Jack to reach tipping point, Fiona is asked to rule on the case of Adam, a brilliant young boy who is refusing a life-saving blood transfusion on religious grounds. Stars: Emma Thompson, Stanley Tucci

Friday March 15th First Man Cert 12A Date: Friday 1 March Venue: Ramsbury Memorial Hall Biography, Drama, History A look at the life of the astronaut, Neil Armstrong, and the legendary space mission that led him to become the first man to walk on the Moon on July 20, 1969. Stars: Ryan Gosling, Claire Foy, Jason Clarke

Brilliant Young Pianist Recital Date: Sunday 17 March, 7.30pm Venue: St Peter’s Church Marlborough Ryan Drucker, winner of the Brant International

Competition and the Royal Northern College of Music’s Piano Recital and Concerto Competition Prizes, performs a varied programme of classical music (see church noticeboard for details). Tickets £10/£8 from Sound Knowledge, the White Horse Bookshop, or on the door on the night.

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History Society Date: Thursday 21 March, 7.30pm Venue: St Peter’s Church Marlborough Chris Danziger, formerly Head of History at St Edward’s School in Oxford, talks about the end of the Romanov dynasty in Russia: Death in Ekaterinberg - Assassination or Execution? Non-members welcome at £5.

Art Exhibition Date: Saturday 23 - Saturday 30 March, daily 10-4.30 (Sunday 3pm) Venue: St Peter’s Church Marlborough The annual spring exhibition by the Wiltshire Artists featuring works by a number

of local artists covering a range of subjects in a range of media. Free entry

Marlborough Concert Orchestra Spring Concert Date: Saturday 23 March, 7.30 pm Venue: St Mary’s Church, Marlborough Programme Beethoven: Symphony No 5; Warlock: Capriol Suite; Holst: Brook Green Suite; Elgar: Pomp and Circumstance March No 4. Tickets on sale at Sound Knowledge, Hughenden Yard, Marlborough and on the door - adults £10, students £2

Jumble Sale Date: Saturday 30 March, 10am – 12noon Venue: Ogbourne Primary, Ogbourne St George

bric-a-brac, refreshments Admission 50p Raising funds for Ogbourne Primary School and local village causes Donations gratefully received – please leave at school on Friday 29 March or phone 07771 733326 for collection

Marlborough Choral Society Spring Concert Date: Saturday 30 March, 7.30pm Venue: St Mary’s Church, Marlborough Mozart “Solemn Vespers” and John Rutter “Feel the Spirit” with guest soloists. Tickets £10 /Students £1/ under 16s free From choir members, Sound Knowledge or on the door www.marlboroughchoralsociety.org.uk

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Local Societies and Groups Air Cadets (2293 Marlborough Squadron) Marlborough Air cadets welcome all young people aged 13-18 who are interested in Aviation and Adventure: Parade nights Tues and Fri 1900-2130 Follow us on Facebook www.facebook.com/ 2293MarlboroughAirCadets Email 2293@aircadets.org 01672 516811 Dance Classes in Marlborough Ballroom and Latin American dance classes, and for those with no partner Dancersize sessions. Please contact Amanda on 07882-882030 or email learntodance@mac.com for more info Depression Alliance The Marlborough and District SELF-HELP GROUP meets the first Tuesday of every month. If you’ve got depression, or know someone who might benefit from being part of our group, please get in touch. Call 0845 123 23 20 for location details. Stained Glass Lessons. Wed.& Thurs morning 9.30-11.30. Mon.Tues.& Wed evening 7-9. Suitable for all, learn stained glass or kiln-formed glass. Held at; Ogbourne St. George. Contact jeannette 07977 053363 or jet@jeannettetherrien.com Girl Guides Meet Tuesdays during term times at Manton Village Hall 1st Marlborough Rainbows, 4.45-5.45pm, Contact fryrachel@yahoo.co.uk 1st Marlborough Guides, 6-7.30pm Contact firstmarlboroughguides@gmail.com Jubilee Centre Day Centre (Mon, Tues and Fri) and Drop-in Centre (Wed and Thurs - Lunch served 12.30pm £5.00) for over sixties. For more information phone Carole Walkeron 01672 513087 Kennet Accordion Orchestra Meets on Monday night from 7.30pm, in Froxfield and has a wide playing base of players from Swindon through Marlborough to Newbury and encourage accordion players of all standards to join and enjoy a varied selection of music from pop through to classics. The current Southern Area Champions and established throughout the region for its diverse repertoire. Contact Nigel Pasby A.B.C.A.(t.d.) L.B.C.A. on 07894032757 or email nigelpasby@gmail.com For more information go to www.kennetaccordionorchestra.com

Kennet Badminton Club We are a friendly club fielding six teams in the Swindon and District Badminton League. We have accredited coaches, a competitive player base and a friendly social aspect. Club nights are held on Mondays from 7.30 pm to 9.30 pm throughout the winter at St. John’s Academy, Marlborough. New members are welcome. For more information please visit www.kennetbc.co.uk or contact Kennet Badminton Club Secretary on 01672 515526 Kennet Community Transport KTC runs a minibus with tail lift for people for whom normal transport is impractical. Contact the driver on 07850 356572 or Alexander Kirk Wilson on 01672 513861 Kennet Valley Driving Group RDA carriage driving for adults (16+) with physical disabilities. New volunteers and participants welcome. Sessions on Tuesday and Thursday mornings at Rockley. For more info call the Secretary, Maggie Lewis, on 0846 241 5396 or email kennetvalleydrivinggroup@gmail.com Kennet Valley National Trust Association Monthly meetings with speakers on a variety of subjects, summer outings to interesting places and social events. For more information please call Ann King (Chair) on 01380 727130 or Rhona Wilkinson (Membership Secretary) 01380 726433 Learn To Play Bridge Lessons for Absolute Beginners & Improvers Friendly club sessions also available Marlborough Area, No Partner needed Friendly relaxed atmosphere Please contact Andy Hill for further details and availability 01380 724725 Line dancing Meet every Tuesday (except August) at St John’s School, Marlborough Class runs 7-10 pm and covers beginners through to advanced Contact Natasha on 07917 806019 or natasha67@hotmail.couk Marlborough Accordion Orchestra Rehearsals on Monday in Wesley Hall Marlborough. Training Orchestra 6.30p.m. / Main Orchestra 7.30 p.m. New and experienced players of all ages welcome. M.D. David Watson. Contact 01672 512634 Marlborough and District Link Scheme Marlborough Link is a charity dedicated to assisting the disadvantaged members of our community, whether because of age, physical or mental disability, poverty or absence of public transport.If you need us, or if you would like to help please telephone 01672 288007. Marlborough Brandt Group MBG is best known for its 30 year link with and support for the Muslim community of Gunjur in The Gambia, West Africa. If you are interested in becoming a friend, volunteering or visiting Gunjur for an extraordinary experience please contact us 01672861116, or info@mbg.org or visit www.mbg.org

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Community Information Marlborough Choral Society Rehearses on Monday 7.45 to 9.30pm in Christchurch, New Rd, Marlborough. New members welcome, for more information Tel 01793 812175. Marlborough Concert Orchestra Rehearsals take place on Tuesday evening at Christ Church, New Road, Marlborough, 7.30 pm Anyone wishing to join is invited to make contact with the orchestra through the website www.mco.org.uk Marlborough Gardening Association Welcomes anyone with an interest in gardening. Meetings or visits most months throughout the year. For more information call Tricia Hayllar on 01672 512435, www.marlbga.org.uk. Marlborough & District Farming Club Meets every third Thursday of the month, September through to June, with a Ploughman’s Supper and a varied programme of interest to members. Meetings in Oare Village Hall 7.30 pm and four times in the winter at All Cannings. Open to anyone interested in country life Secretary Diane Strong 01672 563371 email dianemstrong@aol.com. Marlborough and District Concert Club Marlborough and District Concert Club was founded in 1980 in order to take advantage of some of the many first-class professional musical events available within coach distance of Marlborough. We arrange visits to concerts in Basingstoke, Bristol, Bath, Cheltenham, Southampton and Reading and occasionally London and Birmingham. We normally go to 11 concerts each year: orchestral, chamber music, recitals and opera. For more information call Tom Massey, 01672 516610. Marlborough and District Dyslexia Association The MDDA is a small, independent charity which has for the last 22 years supported local schools, hundreds of dyslexics and their families. Helpline 07729452143, website www.marlboroughdistrictdyslexia.org

Marlborough Floral Club. Please come and join us....we meet at 2pm the first Thursday of each month at Mildenhall Village Hall. Guest demonstrators, and the arrangements are raffled at the end of the meeting. For more info please call Mary Throup - 01672 861279. Marlborough Freemasons Meet once a month in the Masonic Hall in Oxford Street. Far from the myth of being a “secret” organisation, members are openly proud of their membership, and of the work that the Lodge does to support local organisations and charities. More details from Secretary Steve Aubertin on 01672 513316 or e-mail him 1533@pglwilts.org.uk Marlborough History Society Founded in 2001 the Society celebrated its tenth anniversary in 2011. Meetings are held at St. Peter’s at 7.30pm on the third Thursday of most months. New members are always welcome. For more information call 01672 519338. Web site: www.marlboroughhistorysociety.co.uk Marlborough Macular and Low Vision Support Group This group meets on the last Thursday of each month in the White Hart – formerly Conservative Club- 116 High Street, Marlborough, from 3pm till 5pm. All aspects of financial and personal support are discussed, and also social activities take place. Open to anyone with sight problems and their family/carers. Details from Gordon 01672 514925 Marlborough Penguins Amateur Swimming Club. Swimming teaching/training for ages 5years to Masters. Tues/Thurs/Sun at Marlborough Leisure Centre. Please contact Alan Crook 01672 512757 for details.

Marlborough and District Rotary Club Rotary is an International Organisation of professional and business people who meet every week for fellowship and service. Meetings every Monday evening at Marlborough Golf Club. For more information visit www.marlboroughrotary.org.uk

Marlborough Police Station Enquiry Office is now only open Tues 0900 - 1700 (closed 1245 1315), Weds 0900 - 1230 and Thurs 0900 - 1700 (closed 1245 - 1315). Please call in to check if your lost property has been handed in, as well as report crime, traffic collisions, produce driving documents, and much more.

Marlborough Big Band Rehearsals on Fridays 7pm to 9pm at Mildenhall Village Hall. We play a wide range of popular, swing and jazz music and have members aged 16 to 80+. New members of all ages welcome. For more information contact David on 07500 635870 or email: david@baker30.co.uk

Marlborough Tennis Club Marlborough Tennis has 6 new courts and floodlights. We are based at Port Hill, Marlborough SN8 1DU. (Entrance via Marlborough Golf Club) Everyone is very welcome to join us for social & league play, cardio-tennis, coaching etc. Contact Barbara Jones 516635

Marlborough Bowls Club Tel: 07747 833436 Secretary Mrs A. Watts 01672 511335 Outdoor season April - October. New members always welcome, coaching and advice available Monthly networking breakfasts, see www.chambernews.biz for more info.

Marlborough WI Meetings take place on the 1st Wednesday of every month at Wesley Hall, Oxford St from 7.30-9.30. New members very welcome. For further details call 01672 514177

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Community Information Pewsey Tennis Club A friendly club with first class facilities and coaching groups for all ages and abilities. Private coaching available. For more info please see our website https://clubspark.lta.org.uk/pewseytc or contact Martin Wright Head Coach 07855 887 568 Phoenix Brass Band Rehearsals twice weekly in Froxfield. Training Band on Saturday mornings. New and experienced players of all ages welcome. Contact Musical Director David Watson 01672 841315 Pottery Lessons Adults:Mon.7-9pm, or Thurs.7-9pm Children’s: Wed. 3.45-5.15. Beginners and more experienced welcome. At Wagon Yard Artists, off London Rd, Marlb. Contact Jacqui 07773 271572 or jacqui.melhuish@btinternet.com Sarsen Songmen A small male voice choir rehearsing in Aldbourne (1st, 3rd and 5th Thursdays 7.30 pm), wide repertoire including Barbershop, occasional performances in the local area. New members welcome: contact MichaelReynolds on 01672-511199. Savernake Badminton Club Savernake Badminton Club is a small friendly club that is long established and affiliated to Badminton England. We meet on Tuesday evenings between 7.00 and 9.00pm at the Sports Hall at St John’s School, Granham Hill, Marlborough. For further details telephone Roy Turner on 01672 810208 or Barbara Jones on 01672 516635 School of Tae Kwon Do (P.U.M.A.) Classes are held at Marlborough Leisure Centre on Tuesday evening (7 - 8 pm), and Friday evening (6 -7 pm), and are suitable for all ages from 7 years upward. Please phone John or Carol on 01793 850410 / 07799 566805 for further information. Scottish Country Dancing Manton Village Hall - Wednesday evenings Beginner session followed by more experienced dancers.Contact Jennifer Parker 01672 515151 St Peter’s Church Marlborough A redundant church now managed by a Trust, featuring a Coffee Shop and a Craft Shop. The church is open daily 10 am - 5 pm, except Saturdays when it opens at 9 am, and on Sundays from March to December 11 am - 4pm The church is available for hire for exhibitions, meetings, lectures and concerts. For bookings please contact David Du Croz on 01672511725 or email at du.croz@btinternet.com T’ai Chi at Burbage Tai Chi is an excellent exercise designed to strengthen the back and improve general well-being. Open to men and women. New members and beginners are most welcome. Sessions every Thursday, 10-11am and 11.30-12.30 in Burbage Village Hall More details contact Louise on 01672 810421 or email taicburbage@gmail.com.

The Friends of Savernake Hospital and the Community – A local charity helping people with health-related issues both at Savernake Hospital and in the Marlborough Community Area by providing grants of up to GBP10,000. For information on applying for a grant or on becoming a volunteer at the Friends’ Shop at Savernake Hospital, visit the Friends’ website at www.friendsofsavernake.org or contact the Friends’ Chairman, Janet Louth, on 01672 513868. The Merchant’s House This historic 17th century silk-merchant’s house at 132 High Street is being refurbished by a charitable trust. Regular lectures and concerts are held and there are opportunities for local people to work as volunteers or house guides. The House and garden are open to visitors from 1st of April to the end of October on Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturdays 10.30am-3pm and by appointment at other times. Become a ‘Friend’ and enjoy enhanced membership benefits. For more information contact Sophie Costard 01672 511491 Web site: www.themerchantshouse.co.uk Transition Marlborough aims to inspire and motivate people to work together, and support each other, in reducing their reliance on fossil fuels, building a stronger sense of community and so increasing our communities’ resilience. This will strengthen the local economy to create livelihoods for local people and provide a greater level of wellbeing for all. Our Hub group meets on the second Thursday of the month, usually at the Green Dragon, at 7:30pm. Do join us. For more information, contact Alexandra on 07771 347 379 email secretary@transitionmarlborough.org, www.transitionmarlborough.org University of the Third Age U3A provides learning and leisure opportunities in the Marlborough Area for those who are retired or semi-retired. For information on interest groups and membership please visit www.u3ainkennet.org.uk or email membershipsec@u3ainkennet.org.uk or call the Membership Secretary, Nick Swan, on 01672 519331. Watercolour Painting Classes Classes on Wednesdays 10.30am – 12.30pm and Tuesdays 7.30pm – 9.30pm With professional artist Colin Palmer at his studio in central Marlborough. Suitable for beginners and the more experienced. Call Colin on 07835 039 812 or colin@colinpalmer-illustration.co.uk for more details. Yoga classes for all abilities. Enjoyable Yoga classes in and around the Marlborough area. Please contact Lizzy Hawnt on 01672 841553, 07821 396 430 or e-mail hawnted.house@btinternet.com Yoga for Men Tuesday evenings 7.30pm -9.15pm for all abilities including beginners at Minal Village Hall, Mildenhall Please contact Jonathan Heath on 01672 513738 e.mail: jonathan@samtosha.co.uk

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Community Information Aldbourne Village Green A voluntary organisation managing a community orchard and running a twice yearly market for local bakers, makers and growers on the Green. New volunteers and traders welcome. For details contact Lesley on 01672 540180

Parents & Toddlers

Chilton Chicks Toddler Group Join us for a variety of crafts, toys, snacks, a cuppa and a chat. New faces are always welcome. Mondays 9.30-11.30am in the Chilton Foliat Village Hall (Next to the Wheatsheaf pub). Adults £1, Toddlers £1 & under 6 months are free. Call Liz on 01488 684526 for further details. Creepy Crawlers meet Fridays 10 – 11.30am at the Scout Hut, Marlborough Tel: 01672 811495 Great Bedwyn Playgroup Ofsted Outstanding Playgroup for 2 to five year olds, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday during term-time. Toddler group for 0 - 5 years olds, every Wednesday during term-time. Sessions include crafts, snack, story and music time, and outside play area. Great Bedwyn Village Hall, Frog Lane, Great Bedwyn, near Marlborough SN8 3PB Tel. 01672 870 179 or visit www.greatbedwynplaygroup.org.uk Home-Start Calling all volunteer parents....Could you help make a difference for young families? Many parents need help, friendship, advice or support during those early years when children are young. Your experience as a parent can help others. For more details contact Home-Start Kennet 01672 569457

Marlborough and District NCT We have an active group in Marlborough, with courses, events and ‘Bumps and Babes’ cafes. The cafes are an opportunity to meet other parents, grandparents and parents-to-be for a coffee and a chat. For more information contact nctmarlborough@yahoo.co.uk or go to www.nct.org.uk/branches/marlborough. Ramsbury Parent and Toddlers meets Wednesdays 10 – 12 in the Memorial Hall Tel: 01672 520961 St Mary’s Under Fives We provide preschool education for children between two and a half and five in a building on the site of Marlborough St Mary’s Primary School. We are a “Good” Ofsted setting and also Bristol Standards Accredited. Sessions run in school term times and we are open 9am-3.30pm Monday to Thursday and 9am-1pm on Friday. For more information please email stmarysunderfives@gmail.com or ring 07593928949 Sunflowers at Grafton is a Nursery & Pre school for children aged 0-5 situated in beautiful East Grafton. Open from 8am-6pm, 51 weeks each year, morning & afternoon sessions are available. Sunflowers is community run on a not-for-profit basis. For more information see www.sunflowers-grafton.co.uk or call 01672 810478

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Ramsbury Surgery Tel:01672 520366 The Marlborough Surgery Tel: 01672 512187 Wiltshire Out of Hours Service Tel: 0300 111 5717

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Little Dabchicks Parent and Under 4’s group, meets Thursday mornings 9.30 - 11.30 Term time.In the Aldbourne Methodist Hall, Lottage Road Zoe - 01672 540439

Local Government

Little Dragons Pre School Ogbourne St George Village Hall All children aged 2 - 5 years welcome at our well established pre-school held in a quiet village setting in Ogbourne St George. It is a warm, friendly environment where we are open Monday to Friday for mornings 9.05am to 12.05pm or 1.05pm (if staying for lunch) and all day Wednesdays until 3.05pm. For more information email linda@littledragons.org or call 07855 026083. Alternatively do look at our website at www.littledragons.org. Manton Preschool. Based in the heart of the beautiful village of Manton our well-established friendly Preschool provides exemplary education for 2-5 year olds. We are a “Good” Ofsted setting providing Rising Fives sessions as well as healthy snacks, crafts, singing, story time,

French, outdoor play and much more. For more details, please ring 01672 516675.

Herongate Leisure 01488 682000 Marlborough Leisure Centre 01672 513161 Marlborough Town Council 01672 512487. See www.marlboroughtowncouncil.gov.uk for full details of council meetings Wiltshire Council 0300 456 0100

Schools

Marlborough St Mary’s Tel: 01672 513101 Ogbourne St. George & St. Andrew C of E Controlled Primary School Tel: 01672 841318 St Michael’s CE Aided School, Back Lane, Tel: 01672 540434 Ramsbury Primary School Back Lane, Tel: 01672 520244 Preshute Primary School Tel: 01672 512754 St John’s School and Community College Tel: 01672 516156 Stepping Stones Pre-Prep School Tel: 01488 681 067

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Vet’s Column

Parasites: the unwelcome guests As winter draws to an end and the weather slowly starts to get warmer, parasites become more active and eager to begin bothering our pets! So we feel it is the perfect time to remind all pet owners to make sure their pets are protected against these unwelcome guests. There are two major groups of parasites that can affect our pets: ectoparasites, which are external parasites, and endoparasites or internal parasites (most of them are worms!). The first like to settle in our pets’ skin and hair and the later like to make themselves comfortable inside our pets’ bodies, settling in different places according to their type. Most worms live in the intestines, positioning themselves in the perfect spot to steal our pets’ nutrients, causing gastrointestinal upset, and, in most severe cases, anaemia and bowel obstructions. However, others are bolder in their invasive ways and establish themselves in the heart (heartworm) or lungs (lungworm) causing bigger and potentially life-threatening problems. As for ectoparasites, these are the ones that you’ll be able to notice more quickly as they keep themselves busy on the outside! We’re talking about fleas, ticks, mites, but also flies and mosquitoes. These can cause allergies and skin conditions, either by irritation or because our pets scratch themselves so much, and can be the carriers of worms and other dangerous infectious agents. It is very easy for our pets to get parasites as these tiny creatures are everywhere, and can effortlessly make their way through our homes uninvited, especially fleas. Being carried by our pets, fleas will march through our doors and before we know it, they’ll start laying their eggs all around their environment. This is why it’s so important to cover all angles when treating for fleas,

treating the affected pets, other household pets (including indoor pets), and the home environment. The good news is you can (and should) keep your pets protected from these little creatures at all times! There are a number of products available on the market to protect your pets, but different products have different effects on the parasites depending on their composition. Some have a repellent effect that keeps external parasites at bay, others only kill adult parasites, and others won’t kill the parasites but will keep them from growing into their adult forms, preventing their reproduction. Some Products have long-term effects, but others don’t. There are also some products available for dogs that are not safe to use in cats (and other pets) and can even be fatal if inadvertently applied to our friendly felines. For these reasons, you should always seek veterinary advice to keep your pets protected. Your vet will be able to recommend the best product (or combination of products) to protect your pets and formulate a prevention plan specifically tailored to their needs that takes into consideration their routines, their environment and their interaction with other pets. Remember: prevention is the best medicine! Drove Vets

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