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The Sun has got it's hat on - hip hip hip hooray! Yet another month has passed.Can you believe how time flies when you are having fun? If you have walked past the Town Crier offices recently you will notice our window display is all about 'Mad Hatters' - as we are a crazy bunch here! Which leads me nicely into choosing the perfect hat, should you have a wedding or perhaps graduation to attend? See our feature on page.. Travel seems to be on everyone's lips at the moment too...so if you don't have a holiday booked yet at 'Home or Away' see page 6 for lots of inspiration. Us ladies in the office, have planned a trip over to the Isle of Wight to meet with our designer, to keep him on his toes...only joking Richard! Really looking forward to that, I think if you can just step away from the usual routine, that's a holiday in itself! Cocktails have been a favourite with us lately, so as always see our Food and Drink section for ideas.

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This year I’ve spoken to countless people heading to Portugal, and I was one of them! With good weather, stunning architecture, idyllic beaches, sumptuous food, extravagant wine and cheap accommodation, Portugal is a great budget choice with so much on offer. We chose Porto for its blend of museums, outdoor spaces and port wine culture, but there are many great locations around the country. Don’t pass up a tour of the famous wine cellars and make sure you try the bacalhau – salt dried cod.

Croatia

Gaining popularity, Croatia will soon be a natural choice for British holiday makers, particularly in summer. We went in September when the crowds had mostly dispersed but the weather was still warm. Dubrovnik is steeped in history – a great place for walkers, architecture fanatics and fans of Game of Thrones. From there, escape to somewhere a bit more rural – we recommend the island of Korčula with its historic city and wonderful beaches. On the way, stop off in Mali Ston for the best oysters you’ll ever eat.

Greek Islands

Greece goes in and out of fashion with holidaymakers, but if you’re looking for lazy days on the beach and 6

HOME gentle strolls in gorgeous surroundings, you can’t go wrong with choosing the Greek islands. A great choice for families as there are numerous waterparks to visit in Crete, a great way to cool off from the heat. Mediterranean cuisine is light and delicious, leaving you plenty of room to indulge with an ice-cream. The Old Town of Corfu is also worth visiting if you want a break from the beach.

Malta

If you want a foreign holiday but don’t like getting flustered with foreign languages, how about a holiday in Malta? The former British colony is a home away from home for UK holidaymakers. Enjoy warm temperatures as you go snorkelling or swimming in the clear blue waters. Diving is also popular and you can book lessons if you haven’t done it before. Nature trails provide entertainment for hikers and mountain bikers, and there are numerous bars, restaurants and cafés to relax in when the evening draws in.

Hungary

Looking for an adventure on a shoestring? Hungary is a perfect destination for holidaymakers wanting a cheap trip abroad. Don’t just visit Budapest – Drebecen is an often-overlooked destination where you’ll find prices much cheaper. Hungarian food is hearty and exciting: try Halászlé (fisherman’s soup),

Töltött Káposzta (stuffed cabbage leaves), Lángos (deep fried flat bread, best with a sour cream topping), and Kürtös Kalács (known as chimney cake, a perfect sweet treat).

& Cardiff

If you’re looking to get away for a few days without too much hassle, Cardiff is an easy location to reach from Wiltshire and has so much on offer. Cardiff Castle is a fairy tale setting with much to see. The Norman Keep and the wartime shelters are highlights of the grounds, and pay extra for the house tour – it’s absolutely worth it. The National Museum and Gallery of Cardiff has something for everyone and is a top free attraction for rainy days. The Cardiff Market and Arcades will provide you with whatever you need; lunch, coffee, vintage clothing, bespoke art, vinyl records, Welsh cakes and more.

West Yorkshire

For those who enjoy looking at sculptures, there are few places in the UK as worthy of

your time as West Yorkshire. Leeds Art Gallery, The Henry Moore Institute, The Hepworth Wakefield, and Yorkshire Sculpture Park are all places where you can view stunning works of art. The Yorkshire Sculpture International is a new celebration of the artwork on offer, so look out for special events. The nearby Salts Mill has a fascinating history behind it and is a great place to indulge in some retail therapy.

Scottish Highlands

Want to get away from it all but can’t afford to go abroad? With stunning views on offer across the highlands, who needs exotic travel? The Scottish Highlands offer unrivalled vistas and bracing walks in unadulterated fresh air. If you’re finding the summer heat a bit much to bear, you’ll find the highlands much cooler, especially if you’re into mountain climbing. The Caledonian Sleeper Experience isn’t cheap, but there are reclining seats available that are still a stylish way to travel.

vegan and vegetarian options. If you’re into arts and crafts, hippie attire, healing crystals or quirky jewellery, you’ll find much of interest in Glastonbury. Yoga retreats are a popular getaway in this area, and you’re just a stone’s throw away from Cheddar Gorge. If you like cheese, what more could you ask for?

Channel Islands

Not quite exotic and not quite local, the Channel Islands offer a refreshing break you can reach from Bristol airport in under an hour. Jersey has Durrell zoo, Guernsey has Victor Hugo’s house, and both have gorgeous sprawling beaches, historic castles and museums on wartime and military themes. Hop across to Herm – the whole island is basically a beach. Or go further afield to Sark where you can enjoy clifftop walks, horse and carriage rides and starry skies at night. Alderney is a top pick for bird watchers wanting a quiet getaway.

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Let’s not forget the reason we work so hard to bring the Carnival and Festival to Malmesbury, not only to continue the 90 year history and bring the community together, but also to raise funds for local good causes. Last year Summer surely isn’t summer without a village some £17,000 was donated by Carnival to local fete. Part country fair, part a sale of home-grown organisations including Sunny Days Preschool; and locally made produce, part a celebration of Heals; Malmesbury Youth FC; Wiltshire Mind and INCLUDES: community, the English village fete is a PROGRAMME social Luckington School. institution, barely changed since the 1920s.

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NowFAMILY wouldFUN be a good time to mention the The Village fete is enshrined in our literary history,BLAST OFF! support and financial INTRODUCING CARNIVAL 2019 input of our major sponsors from The Famous Five, to PG Wodehouse and without whose interest and enthusiasm many of Agatha Christie, the Village fete has provided the the key events of the carnival and festival would perfect backdrop against which to set a drama4TH AUGUST be difficult to put on. The committee, and the OPEN GARDENS or two, and never attend any fete in Midsomer volunteers too, deserve a special mention, as so which is also attended by Inspector Barnaby! much depends on their hard work and enthusiasm 25THin AUGUST ensuring that everything goes smoothly. If you want a measure of how well a village isPETTICOAT LANE thriving in 21st Century Britain, take a look at its So, this year’s Carnival and Festival is upon us and summer fete. More of us are looking for a sense31STisAUGUST heavily dependent upon your good selves and of community in a Britain that seems in dangerPROCESSION your interest and participation. Nearly everyone of fragmenting. To that end tenth generation turns out for the carnival procession which marks WITH PRIZES locals will rub shoulders with commuters, secondGRAND theRAFFLE end of the monthMAJOR long celebration in our homers and young families, to discuss the merits wonderful town. of Bert’s onions, Sharon’s Victoria Sponge, In this our first year as your new Carnival and whether young Tyler will win the talent FOR MORE INFO VISIT committee we would like as many of YOU competition with his street dance routine. WWW.MALMESBURYCARNIVAL.CO.UK as possible, to wear something on your heads to show that you are part of Let’s face it, where else can you buy a pot of CARNIVAL !! rhubarb and ginger preserve, enter a competition to guess the weight of a cake, bounce on a SO COME ON - DRESS IT UP A BIT and bouncy castle and throw a wet sponge at the support CARNIVAL. Let’s fill the streets with: vicar…or scoutmaster…or head teacher, or all Toppers, Cowboys, Policemen, Berets, Feathers, three if you’re lucky? Village fetes are alive and well in Britain, and I for one am very happy about that. I have just moved from the town to a village and intend to enter my scones in the baked goods competition this year. I doubt I’ll win but it’s the taking part that matters. Now I wonder if there will be a murder… 10

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September 21st 2019 brings the opening of Calne’s very own theatre school. A.C.T.S Theatre Arts School aims to give young people aged 6 – 17 years “A Chance To Sparkle”. They’re flagship school has been running in Warminster since 2011, and following its success, Calne has been chosen as the town in which the second school will open. Students of the new school will be given professional tuition in drama, singing and dance classes every week. There will be plenty of opportunities to throw all three elements together giving them the full theatre arts experience. Fynamore Primary school provides the venue giving the students plenty of space in which to rehearse. Families can see progress in action through end of term demonstrations and performances. Alongside all the experience gained, students get the chance to gain qualifications in musical theatre to go on their CVs. A.C.T.S will be looking to get students out in the community performing and Chris is already in discussions with many local groups for this purpose. A.C.T.S is currently enrolling students for September full details of the enrolment process see our website: www.actstheatreschool.com

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Tobiah in Concert Avebury Chapel - 14 September 2019

'Beautiful and moving. When the world starts to get too much, this album is the one to play' Folking.com Janet Jackson and Will Smith vied to record her songs and she has worked with music legends including Rod Argent, Derek Bramble (David Bowie, American Idol) and Robin Black (Paul McCartney). Are We Angels has been featured across the BBC network and as well as garnering wide coverage in the press. Doors 7:30pm for 8pm Tickets £20 Donation Bar: Drinks will be served before and after the concert. For tickets:https://www.nationaltrust. org.uk/events/f8220a18-c9b6-4151-a3166bf66a8fa990/pages/details

Singer-songwriter Tobiah is delighted to be invited by the National Trust to give the first-ever concert on 14th September in the beautifully restored 1670 chapel overlooking the stone circle at Avebury. A magical evening of songs and stories from her new album Are We Angels will feature twice AllIreland award-winning Colette O’ Leary (piano accordion), Rowan Piggott (fiddle) and Simon Callow (piano and percussion). Tobiah’s original songs draw on her own life and her poignant lyrics touch hearts with life-affirming stories of love and endurance. BBC’s Doug Welch has described her voice as ‘outstanding’. Tobiah has performed on stages and diverse venues that include ancient churches, medieval halls and historic houses. Performing at Avebury is a dream come true and the perfect venue for her music.

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Make a Will and help local Charity A new scheme this Summer offers local people the opportunity of making or updating their Will with Goodwills and helping local registered charity, Fairfield Farm College, at no additional cost. Fairfield Farm is a Wiltshire based Specialist College for students with learning disabilities offering young people flexible residential, day and weekend courses. Goodwills Legal Services Ltd is a well-established regulated law firm that has been assisting local families for many years. Goodwills offers a helpful and professional home visit service to assist people with Wills, Home Protection Trusts, Lasting Powers of Attorney, Prepaid funeral plans and a range of other related services. Goodwills will make a substantial donation to Fairfield Farm College for each person who books their appointment on 01225 683062 and mentions the charity at or when arranging their home visit appointment. A donation will also be made to Fairfield Farm College for other work such as Lasting Powers of Attorney, prepaid funeral plans and Home Protection Trusts. Your local service for: Wills & Trusts Home Protection Trusts Prepaid Funeral Plans Lasting Powers of Attorney

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Michael Rhodes of Goodwills with Fairfield College Students at the launch of the charity will scheme There is no additional cost to local people who will still benefit from low prices such as only £88 for a standard Single Will or only £148 for two standard Mirror Wills for a couple. Michael Rhodes, local Senior Consultant with Goodwills, said: “I have been impressed with the work Fairfield Farm College does with young people and the facilities it provides to the local community. We offer an individual, caring and professional service to local people and I am delighted that we can also support Fairfield Farm College in its valuable work.” “I am sure local people will be pleased to know they are helping to support this great local charity whilst also gaining the peace of mind and protection of a professionally drawn up Will, Trust or Lasting Power of Attorney.” Tina Paget, Principal of Fairfield Farm College, said: “The valuable support from Goodwills will help to fund our work with young people and enable us to develop our facilities and the range of courses that we are able to offer.” More information on the work of Fairfield Farm College can be found at: www.ffc.ac.uk Goodwills appointments can be booked by calling Michael Rhodes on 01225 683062 or contacting him by email at info@goodwillslocal.co.uk or via the website www.goodwillslocal.co.uk

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This international award, now into its third decade, is a sign to the public that the space boasts the highest possible environmental standards, is beautifully maintained and has excellent visitor facilities. John Coles Park is a beautiful green space in the heart of Chippenham regularly attracting 1,500 people on a sunny, summer weekend. The park offers a large area of open space and a circular

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Former Children’s Laureate Chris Riddell OBE is renowned for his illustrations in his own and other children’s books including the Goth Girl series, The Edge Chronicles, Ottoline, Muddle Earth, The Emperor of Absurdia and The Tales of Beedle the Bard. His own latest book is Guardians of Magic, the first in a new series, The Cloud Horse Chronicles, in which three ordinary children, with extraordinary gifts, come together to defeat the enemies who threaten the mysterious cloud horses. Riddell will be appearing at Marlborough Town Hall on Sunday 29 September at 12 noon. Suitable for 9-12 year olds.

26 - 29 September, 2019 www.marlboroughlitfest.org Marlborough LitFest aims to promote a love of books and reading to its younger audience and this year’s children’s line-up is more packed than ever, with a host of headlining children’s authors including Cressida Cowell, David Baddiel and illustrator, Chris Riddell, as well as events and new outreach programmes to cater for all ages at this year’s 10th Anniversary Festival, from 26 – 29 September.

Bestselling children’s author Cressida Cowell of How To Train Your Dragon, is no stranger to Marlborough. A former student at the college, she entranced audiences at the inaugural LitFest in 2010. Since that appearance, her Dragon series has sold more than eight million copies and become a major DreamWorks movie franchise – the third film came out earlier this year. Cowell has also written a new bestselling series, The Wizards of Once

and will be talking about the latest instalment, Knock Three Times, as well as her Dragon books, and offering tips on how to become a children’s author. Cressida will be appearing at Marlborough Town Hall on Saturday 28 September at 4.30pm. Suitable for 9+ years old. Following on hard in the footsteps of David Walliams last year brings another comedian, TV presenter and writer to Marlborough, David Baddiel. His debut children’s novel, The Parent Agency, was a bestseller in 2014 and since then, he’s written four more bestselling books aimed at 9-12 year olds. His latest, Head Kid, is about the naughtiest boy in the school swapping bodies with his ultra-strict headmaster. Baddiel has also written four novels for adults and continues to tour as a stand-up comedian. He will appear at the Memorial Hall, Marlborough College on Sunday 29 September at 3pm. Suitable for 9-12 year olds.

The bestselling author of Sir Charlie Stinky Socks, Kristina Stephenson will be leading a lively interactive event with music and theatrics for her young fans at this year’s LitFest, talking about her picture book, Why Are There So Many Books About Bears? Stephenson’s career as a producer and writer for the BBC led to the zany world of Sir Charlie and she will be appearing at St Mary’s Church Hall on Saturday 28 September at 10.30am. Suitable for 4+ years. Free Events for Schools Every year, LitFest is proud to offer free events with popular authors for invited local schools. Since its launch in 2010 the Festival has reached more than 3,500 children with these author talks. This year John Dougherty, poet and author of Stinkbomb and Ketchup Face, will be entertaining children from local primary schools and the prolific local author Geraldine Mccaughrean will be this year’s Big School Read at St John’s Academy for local secondary schools, talking about her most recent book Where the World Ends. Free Under 5s Storytelling returns for another year at Marlborough Library – join in for 30 minutes of stories and laughter on Friday 27 September at 10.30am. Older brothers and sisters are welcome too. For the full Festival programme, tickets and more information, visit www.marlboroughlitfest.org 23

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Rainbow Kebabs Choose a variety of fruits and skewer for a bright fun fruity kebab

Mini Quiche Use a muffin tin to create mini quiche with a variety of your favourite fillings.

We all love a picnic, but do you ever get stuck for ideas? Are you fed up with the same old boring sandwiches? Well here at the Town Crier we have some great little ideas to 'pep up' your picnic on days out this summer!

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SCOTCH EGGS & pork pies Easy enough to make if you have the time, but you can also buy these ready made and the mini variety are ideal.

VEG BATTONS & DIP An ideal healthy addition to a picnic. Chop finger sized veg and a pot of your favourite dip.

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Change from regular sandwiches to a wrap, you can get large or small wraps which are great filled with the usual cold meats & salad, or try some refriend beans, rice and cool sour cream for something different.

Invest in some reusable plates, cups & cutlery. Lightweight, easily transported in a bag and less waste to throw away when out & about too.

DON'T FORGET THE DRINKS! Flasks aren't just for hot beverages. Try mixing an iced tea before you go and it makes for a refreshing change with your picnic feast!

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Easily confused with a peppercorn, allspice is distinguishable by its heady aroma of cinnamon, nutmeg and juniper. It is the dried berry of the Jamaican pepper tree, called the Pimento tree. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be confused by some spice companies who may sell a mixture of spices with an Allspice label - make sure youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re getting the real thing! Salmon fillets Olive Oil 1 Lime 1 Lemon Garlic Coconut water Can of coconut milk

Jasmine rice 1 mango 1 red pepper 1 red onion 1 avocado Corriander Salt & pepper

1. Make a marinade with a slug of olive oil (approx 3 tablespoons), 3 crushed garlic cloves, a squeeze of lemon and some lime zest. Rub over your salmon and chill for a few hrs or overnight. Oven cook when ready. 2. Cook your rice according to the packet instructions replacing water with 1/2 coconut water and 1/2 coconut milk. Fluff with a fork once the liquid is absorbed. 3. For the salsa, chop the mango, avocado, red pepper and onion into bite sized chunks and put into a bowl. Chop your corriander and stir in. Mix a tablespoon of olive oil with the rest of the lime juice and a splash of coconut water. Season with salt & pepper and toss to combine into a chunky salsa. Serve the rice, topped with the refreshing salsa and grilled baked salmon for a lovely summer meal!

Allspice is a wonderful addition to dishes from its native Caribbean such as beef patties and jerk but it is also an important ingredient in many pickles and chutneys, vegetables, stews, curries and soups. With its sweet flavor it is also well suited in cakes and cookies and can also be sprinkled on the top of desserts or porridge. Indeed it is often the main flavouring used in barbecue sauces and sausages. For grinding allspice at home, make sure you use a metal grinder since the oil found in the spice can damage plastic.

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No alcohol allowed? No problem. Enjoy a mocktail instead.

People don’t drink alcohol for many reasons: pregnancy, medication, religious reasons, designated driver status…or because they just don’t drink alcohol (like me!). It used to bug me at social gatherings when people asked me what I wanted to drink, reeling off a whole list of possibilities: gin and tonic, vodka and orange, rum and coke, and I’d say, ‘Do you have anything non-alcoholic?’ and the choice would be tonic without the gin, orange without the vodka or coke without the rum!

I became adept at creating my own non-alcoholic drinks which felt ‘special’. Along the way I discovered that lots of my friends drink alcohol at parties because of the lack of alternatives! People who do drink alcohol would LOVE to have a non-alcoholic option too, and recently the mocktail (mock cocktail) has been gaining popularity. Here’s how to turn any cocktail into a delicious mocktail and delight your non-alcohol-drinking friends. The key element in most good mocktails is something sparkly. This elevates the drink and makes it feel more special than glass of juice. Any cocktail recipe which uses club soda, tonic water,

ginger ale, or ginger beer will probably translate to a good mocktail. Some nonsparkly drinks translate well too. These tend to be the spicy ones like Bloody Marys, where you don’t miss the alcoholic component.

Flavour is everything. Mocktails should be special, so try something different. Start with the syrups. Buy good quality ones (Bottle Green cordials work brilliantly and come in a range of amazing flavours - I love Rhubarb and Ginger) or make your own, it’s simple. Combine one-part sugar (white or brown), honey or agave syrup, and one-part water with fresh fruit, herbs, or spices to add flavour.

Hour Simmer over medium heat until the mixture is completely liquid. Strain, cool and use to flavour your mocktails.

Try infusing your drinks with fresh fruit and herbs. A bunch of mint or basil, or a sprig of lavender or rosemary takes a mocktail to the next level, as does fruit. Layer on more flavour with the garnish. Dip the rims of glasses in flavoured salts or sugars, and use citrus slices, pineapple, olives or other fresh ingredients to add flavour and fragrance to your drink to make it a sensory experience. Cocktail umbrellas and decorative sparklers won’t add flavour, but they do make any drink look more celebratory.

Totally Tropical Tea-zinger A refreshing iced tea-based mocktail full of tropical flavour, with added zing from the ginger beer and fresh-squeezed orange juice. Serves 1 but will scale up

Ingredients Tropical fruit tea bag (use your favourite, Peach is lovely, or Mango and lychee...or mix them up a bit), brewed in 90ml water, then brought to room temperature and chilled. Splash of fruit syrup – something with tropical overtones. 60ml good quality ginger beer (try Fever Tree) 30ml fresh-squeezed orange juice. orange wedges and cocktail umbrella for garnish.

Don’t forget the ice. Lots of ice. You can buy bags of it for a party if making it ahead of time is too much hassle.

You can scale up the ingredients but don’t scrimp on the teabags. You need all the flavour!

Does every cocktail translate to a mocktail?

Instructions

Well no…drinks with only two ingredients don't really work, because as previously stated, a rum and coke without the rum is just coke right? And I find the sweet ones can be a bit cloying for me and taste too ‘desserty’ but if you have a sweet tooth knock yourself out.

Put plenty of crushed ice into a tall glass. Pour over the syrup; add the tea, ginger beer, Stir gently to combine. Garnish with an orange wedge, lychees on a cocktail stick, and cocktail umbrellas.

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Le-Ki-Pi Ingredients 1 kiwi 3 pineapple cubes (tinned is fine and yo can remove them from the can and freeze them to use as required!) Good quality lemonade (Fever tree is excellent) or lemon sparkling water. Honey to taste. Mint to garnish

Instructions Peel and slice the kiwi and place into a small food processor or blender. Warm the honey very slightly until runny. Add the pineapple chunks and honey to the kiwi. Pulse blend to make a thin, wellblended puree.

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Place crushed ice in a tumbler, and fill half full with the lemonade or lemon sparkling water. Divide the puree and pour in each glass. Stir gently and garnish with mint and slice of kiwi.

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A brief history of cider Cider is a popular and delicious summer drink, but have you ever wondered who first thought about turning apples into alcohol? Apple trees have been cultivated since around the 5th century AD and cider, or something similar, seems to have been around for almost as long, although sometimes it was known as ‘apple wine.’

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It was brought to Britain by the Normans in around 1100 AD and was originally a drink for the poor. Ale was made from malted barley and using grain for alcohol could mean going without bread, so cider provided a good alternative. People drank it instead of water because sanitation was so poor, and water was often not safe to drink. It is believed that children were even baptised using cider because the water was so risky! The first settlers in America planted lots of apple trees simply so they could continue to make cider to drink. Originally, they crushed the apples in a trough, until a genius named John Worlidge produced the first apple-mill in 1676. In the 1800s The Temperance movement killed off the cider industry. Fired up by speeches from ministers and politicians, many farmers destroyed their ‘demon orchards,’ sparing only the trees used for sweet non-alcoholic juice. During the Prohibition years, American cider production fell by 76%. Today the best English cider is cask-conditioned; dry and fruity, with low carbonation. Normandy cider is sweeter and more effervescent with a complex flavour. Both drinks are perfect chilled, served on a warm summer evening, with friends.

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BRADENSTOKE VILLAGE FAIR Saturday 24th August 2019

Jazz band, classic car show, stalls, raffle, bbq, dog show, garden show, tractor train, childrens tent and more. Entrance to the abbey is by donation. Car parking is limited. Please make use of the train where you can. Scarecrow Trail Sat 17th to Sat 24th august. we hope you enjoy the day.

PURTON ANNUAL FLOWER ARTS CRAFT & PRODUCE SHOW Saturday 31st August 2019 Village hall

Open to the Public from 2pm In aid of The Royal British Legion Classes for everyone: Vegetable, Flowerarranging, Arts & Crafts, Photography, Industrial and Children’s Classes For further information contact: Lorna Robinson-Wardle Tel: 01793 778013 or 3rwardles@gmail.com

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