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We discover the latest trends, ideas & local suppliers Outdoor Living - Our guide to a stylish outdoor space Home Comforts - How to upcycle using our local suppliers

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We highlight Devizes Hilworth Park events & carnival Trowbridge Focus - The Gin Festival comes to Trowbridge!

Health & Beauty 68 73

8 Tips to look pretty with no makeup - give it a go! Skincare & makeup tips for women over 50

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What's on in your area Fetes, Concerts, Festivals & More! Summer Fun in Corsham Malmesbury Carnival & Festival - Over 4 events throughout the summer More what's on in your area and dates for your diary! A Good Read - Book Review

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Places to eat and recipes to tempt you this summer It's a scoop! Try our icecream recipes to make at home

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A week or two ago, I received a phone call – 'Is that A Harling' Have you lost something?'I frantically searched around to see if I was indeed missing something, only to find it was my purse. I had dropped it on the way back from shopping. Luckily a lovely gentlemen who had just come back from holiday and decided he needed milk for a drink had popped down town and spotted my purse sitting in the middle of the car park. I forgot to ask the mans name but know he lives at Wessington Park, so if you are reading this a huge, huge thank you. This kind gesture certainly restores your faith in human nature.

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Enjoy the fruits of your labour Ideas for your outside space Ready, Steady, MOW! Our tips to find the right lawnmover

Flaming June it has not been! According to the news however, July is going to be a heatwave, so maybe we can finally get those BBQ out and eat Al Fresco after all!! I wouldn't suggest visiting Paris any time soon, they are moving into a 41 degrees heatwave!! Moving forward, we have a packed magazine this month with food, home décor and travel. If you are looking for a holiday this year and not sure where to go, we have a feature on Romania, Ukraine and Moldova, maybe that will give you some inspiration. Me – well I am off to York for a few days. I have never been before but am assured the architecture is beautiful and I need to take my camera. Apparently they have a lovely cafe called Betty's so I am heading there to treat my friend to afternoon tea! One of my favourite shops, Rafi's Spice shop will be a must on my list!! I am addicted to them, my husband has banned me from buying anymore but who listens to their husband!!! Ha Ha Ha. Hence the new monthly 'Spice of Life' edit in the magazine.

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F CUS ON... DEVIZES A Month of Sundays in the Park!

Hillworth Park, Devizes, SN10 5HR Fantasy Radio will once again be hosting four mini concerts in Hillworth Park across the whole of July. Free, family friendly events supported by Devizes Town Council. Held every Sunday in July from 2pm to 5pm, the ‘Month of Sunday’ events will feature a mix of live music, chat and top tunes! For further information contact 01380 722160 or www.hillworthpark.org.uk

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Devizes Carnival 13th July 2019

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During the two-day extravaganza, local and national distillers will be on hand to showcase their expertise and knowledge in a series of master classes and tasting sessions. There will be three exclusive gin bars hosting the best of world, British and fruit gins, plus a Cocktail bar with expert mixologists and non-gin based drinks including Prosecco, rum and bottled ales. Throughout each of the 4 hour sessions, there will be live entertainment, and street food and snacks will be available to purchase.

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Trowbridge spectacular lantern PARADE Trowbridge Town Council are delighted to announce a new and exciting event for Trowbridge this winter - a magical, spectacular lantern procession to form part of the Christmas Light Switch On Event on Saturday 30th November. Scores of beautiful, handcrafted willow lanterns will be paraded through the Town Centre led by a lively and colourful samba band! Creating a carnival feel and bringing the community of Trowbridge together! Trowbridge Town Council will be hosting a number of fun and instructional workshops in schools and the wider community, teaching traditional willow craft techniques and more. All of the lanterns will then culminate in a parade through the centre of Trowbridge on the evening of 30th November. We are currently seeking funding to enable us to host as many lantern making workshops as possible within schools and community groups in the local area. We hope for all of the workshops to be subsidised to enable all members of the community to get involved and showcase community creativity. If you would be interested in supporting this project financially or sponsoring this new and exciting event, then please get in touch – we would love to hear from you! If your school or community group would like to create lanterns for the parade, or if you would like to learn more about the event and workshops, or if you have space or venue to host a workshop then please get in touch. For any further information about any aspect of the lantern parade, please contact Victoria Spriggs, Event and Admin Support Officer, Trowbridge Town Council on 01225 765072 victoria.spriggs@trowbridge.gov.uk.

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Pieces from around the World. Extracts from:Swan Lake (Tchaikovsky), Aida (Verdi), The Capriol Suite (Warlock), Slavonic Dances (Dvorak), Lord of the Dance and more. Tickets £12 (£10 concessions, £5 under 16). Available from Devizes Books, www.wco.org.uk, or on the door.

July INSTRAGRAM WORKSHOP WITH MATT INWOOD 8th July, Bowood House

Matt Inwood is holding an Instagram workshop tailored for foodies, bloggers and for anyone who wants to enhance their Instagram presence. For more information visit: https://www.bowood.org/event/ category-house-gardens-instagram-workshop-withmatt-inwood/

SHAKESPEARE LIVE - ROMEO & JULIET CLEEVE HOUSE, SEEND, 8th - 13th July with seven performances, six at 8pm and a Saturday matinee at 2pm. Tickets are £17.50 / Gala £22.50, with £5 discount for students and under 19s. All details available from www.shakespearelive. com / 07780 938107.

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A flap-tastic factfilled family comedy by The Last Baguette, a Wiltshire-based theatre company who are bringing their new playful family comedy The Bird Show to Chippenham as part of Chippfest. Live music, puppetry and lots of silly bird puns feature in this heart-fluttering physical comedy about conservation, migration and imagination. Suitable for ages 4+ More info and booking on thelastbaguette.com

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recreation ground next to Springfield Campus on Beechfield Road, and you’ll find BMX displays, a parkour (free-running) demonstration (from 1-3pm) and training on the outdoor gym equipment from 2-7pm. As well as the BMX track, parkour facility and outdoor gym, Springfield is home to the town’s skate park and a great play area. You’ll find entry forms and more details of all the events on the Town Council’s website, www.corsham.gov.uk.

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LIFEGUARD COURSE AT ST MARY’S SPORTS CENTRE, CALNE St Mary’s Sports Centre is running a weeklong National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ) with additional AED and Anaphylaxis modules at the recently re-developed Sports Complex at St Mary’s School, on the week beginning 29th July 2019. The NPLQ is the most awarded qualification in the United Kingdom and is a recruitment requirement for a number of jobs within the leisure industry. This course enables candidates to become a fully qualified lifeguard and students will learn CPR, rescue techniques, first aid including AED and Anaphylaxis as well as lifeguarding health and safety.

The NPLQ course is open to anyone aged 16 or over with an interest in lifeguarding and will run from 29th July - 4th August 2019, costing £230.00. The Sports Centre offers courses throughout the year during school holidays, with the next NPLQ and Rookie Lifeguard courses being held in the summer, as well as the upcoming Easter and summer children’s sports camps. To apply for a place on this course, please pick up an application form from the Centre, or visit our website www.smcsports.co.uk and email it to sportscentre@stmaryscalne.org.

The places for this course will be sought after, so get in touch while they remain available. For further information, please contact Craig Ewles, cewles@stmaryscalne.org or call us 01249 857335

Time to think made in Lacock Exploring the stone vaulted cloister at Lacock Abbey this summer, you'll find a cool tranquil pause from those balmy days. These are the places that make us. nationaltrust.org.uk/lacock

Calne Evangelical Church Sunday Service times: Family Service 10.30am (crèche available) Evening Service 6.00pm Weekly activities: House Groups Tots 'n' Dots - toddler group Tuesday Club - primary school age Glow - 9-12 years Lazer - senior school age See church notice board or website, or contact us via email calneevangelicalchurch@yahoo.co.uk or ring 821754 for more information. www.calneevangelicalchurch.org.uk

Malmesbury & District Branch of Parkinson’s UK Malmesbury & District branch of Parkinson’s UK has been providing friendship and support to people with Parkinson’s, their families, friends and carers since 1991.

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FOOD There are some fabulous foods out there to jazz up your table this summer. So make it a real feast and try something new.

Homemade Fruit Icelollies

Here are 10 ideas to get you started!

Watermelon Lemonade

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Butternut Squash Feta & Chorizo Salad New Potato & Chive Salad

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THE GREENHOUSE COFFEE SHOP & RESTAURANT New Coffee Shop at The Greenhouse with a range of delicious sandwiches and paninis, homemade soup, cakes and pastries, accompanied by Lavazza Italian coffee. Loyalty Card - collect 10 hot drink stamps and enjoy one free on us Passionate about using high quality, local produce COFFEE SHOP & BAR - OPEN DAILY

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UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT

THE LYSLEY ARMS offers you a lovely warm welcome Karen Brewster, landlady of just 3 months, has settled in with her team and is ready with her inspirational plans to ensure The Lysley Arms becomes a local family friendly favourite!

Along with an already great menu, Karen will be organising 'themed' nights (keep an eye out), steak nights are already available, with coffee mornings/high tea afternoons for our more mature in the community, this local pub has which already has a lot to offer, will have even more! With a great kids play area and free parking, The Lysley Arms is not a pub to be missed. Come along to meet Karen and her fantastic team soon!

Karen felt it was important to listen to what her customers had to say, taking on board their feedback, whether positive or not, to ensure moving forward, The Lysley Arms, fulfilled the needs of her clientele, new and old.

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With facilities available for private parties/dinners, baby showers, conference and meeting rooms, along with a Marquee for wedding functions, (with private bar and bathroom facilities), I feel Karen has achieved more than most in her short time as landlady.

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QUICHE Ingredients:

You will need: Large mixing bowl, large round baking tin.

For the pastry:

110g plain flour 25g butter 25g lard Pinch salt and pepper A little cold water

For the filling:

4slices bacon, chopped 75g cheese of choice 2 large eggs 1 large egg yolk 275ml double cream Small tin sweetcorn Sprinkle of chives

METHOD:

Simple and Delicious!

The key to a beautiful quiche is in great shortcrust pastry. You can either make your own as shown below or you can buy some ready-made if you prefer. In a large bowl, add the flour and the softened butter and lard. Using your fingers, blend the butter through the flour until you end up with breadcrumbs. Pop in the salt and pepper and mix up.

Slowly add a small amount of cold water to the mixture, using your hand to stir as you go. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t let the mixture get too sticky otherwise you may need to add a bit more flour. Knead gently to create a dough. Once the pastry has been left to chill for half an hour, roll it out to about 30 cm in diameter. Carefully using a rolling pin, transfer the

disc to your tin. With your hands, press the pastry into the tin to fully cover the base and the sides. Trim off any excess with a sharp knife or scissors. Pop the oven onto 180c/gas 4 with a baking sheet on the middle shelf. Whisk the eggs, yolk and cream with a little salt and pepper. Start to fill the pastry case with the cheese, leaving some for the top, the bacon and the sweetcorn and chives. Pour the egg mixture all over and then add the remainder of the cheese. With a brush, remove the remainder of the egg mixture and brush the pastry where visible. Put the quiche in the oven and bake for 35 minutes or until the surface is golden brown and the filling has set. Leave to cool and then enjoy with a mixed salad and new potatoes. 23

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Meet . . .

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After giving up smoking in 2008 I found myself replacing my nicotine habit with shortbread! Before long I hated the way I looked. I was lacking confidence and had such low self esteem I was stuck in a cycle of self destruction. My size was affecting my ability to get involved and play with my children. I hit rock bottom and decided something had to change. I walked through the doors of Slimming World and immediately felt a sense of relief. I was surrounded by people who understood how I felt and didn’t judge me for the way that I looked. It all sounded too good to be true I could eat food and lose weight but sure enough before I knew it the lbs were dropping off. I enjoyed all my favourite meals and couldn’t believe that nothing was off limits I was enjoying spaghetti bolognese, lasagne, and the Sunday Roast with my family but still I was losing weight! I never felt deprived and I loved how it fitted into our household so easily. Having struggled to play with my kids prior to joining I found myself joining a gym and loving body magic. Before I knew it I was picking up awards and dropping dress sizes. I no longer recognise the woman I once was I have a new zest for life. Slimming World has changed my life so much that, 3 dress sizes smaller and almost 2 stone lighter, I now have the confidence to become a consultant and help others just like me. Donna relaunches the Thursday 5.30pm and 7.30pm Slimming World group at St Michael’s Church Hall in Lyneham contact her on 07596 241480

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Al Fresco for Foodies and Drinkies

Some suggestions for places to visit in the Calne area from Chef at The Talbot Inn The Greyhound

Tara and her team know their stuff. The building itself has beautiful features. Look out for the wonderful and fully safe glass capped well in a cosy dining room. The star for me though is the wonderful outside garden, great for listening to birdsong whilst trying some of the delicious, food and drink on offer.

The Lansdowne Arms

Seating for a 100 outside at the back with wonderful views outside. Perfect spot to eat after a morning in Bowood estate?

The Black Horse

Under new management, Kay a seasoned, passionate and highly trained chef has taken the horseâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s reins and is driving the food and

drink offer forward. Wonderful outside space to watch the world go by over a pint or a glass of wine whilst trying their food from pub classics to tapas based treats.

The Lansdowne

Wonderful space and polished, attentive team. A great chef and a menu that is as contemporary as it is comforting. At the rear is a quiet enclave in the centre of Calne. As great for a coffee and cake, as it is, for a decent meal.

For those who donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t like eating outside OR who are looking for a cute spot for a date, how about eating inside of a safe? Try the Safe Room at The Old Bankhouse in Calne for cocktails ...

The Talbot Inn

If you are into proper British pubs, locally sourced, tasty affordable food, a great atmosphere, delicious gins, well kept pints, and great value, this might be your place. A genuine welcome from Mer and her team. An added bonus is eating outside in the sun in a sizable garden that your kids can enjoy as much as you do.

Dog and Fox Inn (Bradford-on-Avon)

An olde worlde charm seeps through every beam of this 18thC (and possibly older building). A snug bar, well appointed dining room and a genuine welcome from the landlord. A lovely outside space, in a beautiful location. The food is lovingly crafted and the menu is appealing.

the kitchen @

SAMPLE LUNCH MENU £10 one main course / £12 two courses / £15 three courses STARTERS Crab and prawn cocktail Soup of the day (v/vg) Scampi, brown bread, tartare, lemon Truffled garlic mushrooms on brioche toast (v) Roast beef, dripping toast Mussels in cider with garlic and onions MAINS NYC Strip steak served rare or medium rare, fries, rocket, red wine jus (gf) (double your steak + £4 supplement) Sauces - £2.50 each, Peppercorn, Béarnaise, Stilton Fishcake, leek and cheddar mornay, broccoli Warm salad of Salt Marsh lamb, new potatoes and mint dressing (gf) Local cheese and herb “crustless” quiche, mixed salad, coleslaw (v,gf) Mussels and fries, white wine, garlic & parsley DESSERTS Talbot Mess (v) Ice Cream OR sorbet (v) Cake of the Day (v) Crème Brule Cheeses, chutney, biscuits (v) Ask about our Giant Baps or check the bapometer at the bar Please see boards for chef’s whims and fancies

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July

is National Ice Cream Month.

BASIL A super culinary herb, basil is versatile and widely used in many dishes and comes in over 60 varieties incorporating scents reminiscent of lemon, cinnamon, pineapple or cloves. Many people associate the combination of basil and tomato as classically Mediterranean in flavour as well as Pesto which is made from basil leaves and pine nuts.

Basil plants look a little like peppermint and this is because they belong to the same plant family. Choosing fresh over dried is preferable as the flavour is far superior and donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be put off as it keeps well. If it is cut it can be wrapped in a slightly damp paper towel and kept in the fridge. You can freeze whole or chopped basil in airtight containers, or pop some into ice cube trays and cover with stock for use when preparing stews or soups.

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You will need:

Celebrate with these homemade icecream recipes!

Large and medium sized mixing bowls, blender, medium saucepan, electric mixer, freezer-safe container.

Preparation time: 20 minutes Cooking time: 10 minutes Servings: 12 Ingredients: 250g raspberries 225g caster sugar 2 large eggs 4 egg yolks 600ml double cream Raspberries or other fruit for serving

IT'S A SCOOP! Ingredients: 4 cups of ripe peaches 1/2 teaspoon of lemon juice 1/2 cup granulated sugar 2 cups double cream 1 can sweetened condensed milk. Method: Start by creating the peach puree, which is super simple. Soak the peaches in the sugar and lemon in a medium bowl for about an hour which helps to soften them by drawing out the moisture. Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll see a syrup beginning to accumulate in the bowl during this time. Blend with a stick or other blender until pureed...

Raspber Ripple ry

Heat gently for about 5 minutes to reduce the liquid. This will assist in making a stronger flavour as well as thickening it up a bit. Put back into the bowl and refrigerate for a couple of hours, until cold. Add the heavy cream to a large bowl. Using an electric mixer, beat the cream until stiff peaks form. Then, on a low speed, slowly pour in the condensed milk then turn high and beat until thickened. Add 2 cups of the whipped cream to the puree and mix well until combined. Fold in the remaining cream. Transfer to a freezer-safe container and freeze for at least 6 hours.

Method: Place the raspberries in a pan with 2 tbsp of the sugar. Cook on a medium heat until sugar dissolves into the pulp. Simmer for 5 mins until thickened, then push the pulp through a sieve into a bowl and discard the seeds. Place the eggs, egg yolks and remaining sugar into a bowl. Whisk with an electric whisk hand whisk to combine everything, then place over a pan of gently simmering water â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the bowl should not touch the water. Beat with the electric whisk for 3-4 mins until thick and pale. Remove from heat and continue beating with the whisk until cool. In another bowl, whisk the cream until it forms soft peaks, then gently fold into the cool egg mix until just combined. Pour the mix into a shallow container or dish that can be frozen. Just before you freeze the mixture gently swirl the raspberry puree through, cover with cling film and freeze for at least 6 hrs. Remove from the freezer about 20 minutes before serving. Place scoops of the ice cream into bowls with extra raspberries or other fruit. It's also gorgeous in cones.

Smoky e u c e b r Ba Sauce 2 litres ketchup / 170g chipotle peppers in adobo sauce / 125ml apple cider vinegar 175g black treacle 1.5 tsp onion powder 1.5 tsp garlic granules 1.5 tsp ground mustard 1.5 tsp smoked paprika 1.5 tsp ground coriander 1 tblspn sea salt 1.5 tsp freshly cracked black pepper 220g dark brown soft sugar 250ml whisky 2 tblspn hickory flavoured liquid smoke

Combine the ketchup, chipotle peppers in their sauce, apple cider vinegar, black treacle, onion powder, garlic granules, ground mustard, smoked paprika, coriander, salt, black pepper, dark brown soft sugar, whisky and liquid smoke in a large saucepan and bring to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring frequently. Cook the sauce for 15 minutes, then reduce heat to low and simmer 15 more minutes, stirring often. Use immediately or refrigerate.

Chipotle peppers in adobo sauce can be purchased online at www.mexgrocer.co.uk. Liquid smoke can be purchased online.

Fabulous Hampers

Our fabulous hampers are tailor made to your requirements; there are a huge range of hamper baskets ready to be filled to the brim with goods of your choice. We have an extensive range of locally produced goods on sale from local cheese, chutneys and biscuits, fine wines, local ales and ciders, preserves, cakes and chocolates and much much more! To design your special hamper or to see our range of pre-made hampers visit us at Allington Farm Shop. Likewise, email us sales@allingtonfarmshop.co.uk or phone us 01249 658112

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Wood is the traditional favourite and can come in everything from easy fold-away chairs to huge, bespoke centrepieces. Cost escalates quickly, but so does quality – wood is susceptible to rot, cracking and splintering if not properly cared for. Research what wood treatments your piece will need. On the plus side, wood is sturdy and can last a long time if cared for correctly.

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An alternative would be an artificial ivy attached to a trellis style fence which can be attached to two secure posts in the ground to create a quick, yet attractive, wind break.

We know it can be tricky to sit back and try to ignore that little weed that’s just poking it’s head up underneath the hydrangea, or the pruning that needs to be done in the hanging baskets, but it’s worth taking the time to put your feet up and take a look at everything you, and the wonderful world of nature, have achieved. So how can you do this without feeling too stressed or fidgety? First of all we recommend setting aside some space that is totally dedicated to relaxing. If you know that this is your place to just chill out, you may be less likely to keep jumping up to ‘fiddle’. Pick a place that is reasonably sheltered if possible. If you have quite an open garden you can create shelter using various methods. A simple patio umbrella will provide shade from the afternoon sun and these come in different styles. You

This isn’t a job for the faint hearted though so you may need to employ the help of professional landscapers. That said, you can really change the look of your garden and use many different finishes to achieve the end result.

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Many American homes create additional living space on their front porch. Agreed the weather is often kinder than it is in the UK, but we do have times when we could readily enjoy a living space to the front of the house. If you think about it, most homes with front gardens are there simply for show. They generally serve very little purpose (apart from to allow parking space occasionally) and oftentimes become a chore to create something that is only enjoyed on the walk in through the front door. No matter how small the front of your house is,

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Melissa McCarthy stars as Lee Israel, the bestselling biographer who made her living in the 70’s and 80’s profiling celebrities. When Lee found herself unable to get published, she turned to deception. Abetted by her loyal friend Jack (Oscar nominated Richard E. Grant), she applied her talent to forging and selling letters. Tickets £6 adults from Lesley on 01249 783157 or email l_palmer@btinternet.com. Doors open 7pm, programme starts 7.30pm Moviola takes a break in August and returns in September. www.moviola.org http://www.grittleton.info

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Weds 24 July at 7.30pm Calne Town Hall A comedy/drama where a recently paroled convict Kevin Hart, strikes up an unlikely friendship with a paralysed millionaire Bryan Cranston, Nichole Kidman star with two strong winning performances Doors open at 7.00. Tickets £6.00 in advance from the information centre or on the door (entrance by the Lansdowne Arms) Refreshments available (no bar) This will be our last film we show for the Summer. We shall be back with you all again on Sept 18th.

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