November 2021 No. 340

WRIGGLE VALLEY MAGAZINE No 340 November 2021

In this issue: Remembrance services and events Marathon efforts across the villages Walking the Wriggle Valley footpaths

valued uccessful. ther and porting CONTENTS Chetnole Flower Show AGM and get-together p13

Leigh Climate Group p25

EDITORIAL 3 NEWS FROM THE VILLAGES

Batcombe 4 Beer Hackett 6 Chetnole 10 Hermitage 18 Leigh 20 Ryme Intrinseca 29 Yetminster 30

CLUB NEWS Yetminster Fair grant applications p33

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POGLES WOOD EXPLORERS 45 NATURE NOTES

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OTHER NEWS

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DATES FOR YOUR DIARY

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OUR CHURCH COMMUNITIES 59 Chuckers Championship results p43

PLANNING 62 REGULAR EVENTS

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Congratulations to all the runners taking part in the marathon last month, both in London and on mapped out routes around the Wriggle Valley; it was a really tremendous effort to raise funds in support of the charities. Getting out and about in our local area is something of a theme in this issue, with features on footpaths in Leigh, dates for upcoming walks with the Yetminster & Ryme Walking Group and, for those interested in learning to navigate further afield, the possibility of joining Tania Deacon, a Navigation Award Scheme Tutor, on some guided walks.

Remembrance services and events will take place this month, as always a time to honour, and to reflect upon, the sacrifice of those fallen in the service of their country. There is a talk by former First Sea Lord George Zambellas in Leigh on 12 November, in aid of the Royal British Legion, and Steven Gilmore has taken over co-ordinating duties for the Poppy Appeal for Chetnole, Yetminster and Ryme Intrinseca – see p53 for details.

Happily, the Dates for your Diary section is fuller than ever now and it is such a pleasure to read reports from the clubs, societies and community groups back in full swing again.

The 14th Chuckers Petanque Championship enjoyed a nail-biting finish! Do please send Judith Palmer the dates for any future events – ja_palmer@btinternet.com

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BATCOMBE

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Batcombe Church

The church is now back to its normal schedule of two services a month, on the second and fourth Sundays. With several regulars away, there was a small congregation on 26 September for the Holy Communion service kindly organised by Dawn Andrews.

Looking back to the Harvest Lunch, many of us enjoyed the welcome at New Court Farm (see below):

Photo: Johnny Gibbs

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Batcombe International Airport: departure lounge

Who can forget that Sunday in early October with its incessant rain and gusts of wind? Here, the whole dark sky was a swirling mass of small birds, with many tightly packed and shivering on the electricity and telephone lines at the back of the house. It was of course a gathering of swallows, like holidaymakers at an airport, awaiting their departure.

The cat (with his 00-licence for rodents, though not feathered things) ventured out through the French window and suddenly saw the swirling masses and the perched ones. In all his ten months of life he’d never seen so many birds: he was transfixed, both with the unreality of the scene and the knowledge that he would never, ever catch one.

The swallows were there only briefly, then suddenly gone, almost as if they’d never been.

Batcombe in autumn

In Hendover Coppice, with its dormice and deer, close to the boundary between the parishes of Batcombe and Hilfield, I took this photograph.

We’ve had a family of swallows which returned to the same spot in the garage rafters for many summers but this year, to our great sadness, they didn’t turn up. Perhaps we’d fallen off their airbnb list but it’s more likely that (with their new family members) they either didn’t survive the return journey home last year, or the outward journey in this year of violent climatic change. But the image of those tiny creatures shivering together on the power lines, waiting for some mysterious signal before launching themselves into the turbulent sky for the journey thousands of miles southwards, remains in the mind’s eye, as another reminder of the magnificence of Nature.

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Batcombe Jumble Sale

Many thanks to those who donated, helped and came to the Batcombe Jumble Sale on Saturday 9 October, it was very much appreciated. A great day was had by everyone, and we hope we have raised a good amount of money for our church.

Photo: Johnny Gibbs

Batcombe Church Lottery The prize-winners were: August 2021 1st

No. 30 Marion Fudge

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No. 61 Hugh Vere Nicoll

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September 2021 1st

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No. 21 Margaret Studley No. 38 Will Shelford

Wilfy Isles

Thought from the Rise of the Wriggle: “Money changes all the iron rules into rubber bands.”

Ryszard Kapuscinski

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BEER HACKETT

St. Michael’s Church

Harvest Festival at St. Michael’s We held our Harvest Festival service at 3pm on Sunday 10 October in the current glorious autumn sunshine. Our church was cleaned, polished and decorated beautifully by many volunteers including new neighbours who have kindly agreed to join the flower and cleaning rota. We do appreciate their help and are glad to welcome them.

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Despite several families suffering from illness, a congregation of 34 shared the service led by Revd. Tony Gilbert, assisted by Brother Hugh from Hilfield Friary. Brother Hugh gave a fascinating sermon by reference to the assurances of the prophet Joel and the teaching in Matthew’s gospel of how to approach and act on all our current environmental concerns. He explained the reasoning and purpose of the international Eco Church initiative and encouraged our community to share and be involved here in Beer Hackett.

After the service we moved outside into the sunshine and shared delicious refreshments and the tasting and judging of our bread making competition. Eight top class loaves were baked and given, each one a different style and several wrapped to keep warm. They were sliced, tasted and shared by everyone and later numbered and voted on by a show of hands.

They all deserved to win but the winner was Mengxi Gibson, with her white loaf with a garlic and olive filling.

Well done Mengxi and thank you for doing all the loaf slicing.

The service offering of £125 will be given to the Sherborne Food Bank and the food tins donated will be given to the Lord’s Larder in Yeovil via Thornford Church collection.

Thank you to everyone who helped and came to enjoy the festival.

John Bingham

Why did the caterpillar cross the road?

Pale Tussock moth caterpillar

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A Marathon Effort

I was thoroughly overwhelmed by the amazing support I received in raising my target for the Children’s Hospice SouthWest. Our village cake sale and raffles raised an amazing £200. It was lovely to see so many of you and created a real sense of community spirit. I really appreciated all the messages of support on our village WhatsApp group also.

Thank you so much, each and every one of you.

were preparing ourselves for our physical challenge the next day, but suddenly it became clear that there was so much more to this – the sheer number of volunteers involved, without whom this event would not be possible.

It wasn’t just about the runners, it was about people working together, supporting each other, finding strength in each other; this was how it happened and was a success.

Ready, steady I tried to get a good night’s sleep in preparation for the race, but I wasn’t used to city noise. I felt a million miles away from home, I missed the familiar sounds of sheep and cows. The excitement and general buzz of London got me to the start line; though my taxi couldn’t get to me and by the time I got

The Big Day On Saturday 2 October I made my way to London’s Excel centre to drop off my ‘after race kit bag’ and receive my bib and race number. It was busy but well organised – much was going on behind the scenes and I felt grateful to be a part of this amazing act of humanity. We 8

to where I needed to be, I had already walked five miles! I felt like a child at Christmas, I didn’t know where to look first, there were so many people and so much noise, the energy around me felt electric. This was it, our time to focus, to get through the next 26.2 miles.

And go!

We started in glorious sunshine. It was difficult to run initially as there were so many people, some of whom stopped in front of me with no warning! People of all ages and sizes, dressed up – I just wanted to take in everything and enjoy the experience. I was fine at first but around mile 8, I began to feel unwell.

I don’t usually have much sugar in my diet, but I had started using dextrose tablets and jellybeans on longer runs during my training. I think a combination of nerves and adrenaline running

high, the heat and the sudden burst of dextrose all made me feel nauseous and faint. I stopped to walk for a bit, I knew I needed to listen to my body. I had started the race; I needed to finish it and feel strong!

The crowds were fantastic; when previous runners of the London marathon tell you the crowds get you through, they are exactly right. They all make an enormous effort to support the runners; I regretted not having my name on my t-shirt as the crowds cheered you on, especially if they could read your name!

At around mile 16 the skies went grey and dark, there was a heavy downpour of cold rain which refreshed us. It passed quickly and left behind the warm smell of tarmac and rain. We passed Morris dancers, street discos, bands, drummers, choirs, adults and children with banners and cheerleaders all giving up their time to help us get through. It was uplifting and helped so many people keep going.

Nearly there

My family were there to cheer me on at mile 23 and at mile 25, it was like instant fuel when I heard my name being called out after so long, I felt re-energised with love and determination and it was thoughts of my beautiful family, with me and in Heaven, that got me through to the finish line.

And finish

What an amazing, exhausting and exhilarating experience, which I will never forget. Incredibly, I have managed to raise around £4,000, which will make such a difference to the work of the Hospice. I’m so very grateful for all the donations and support. Thank you.

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CHETNOLE with

Hamlet, Melbury Bubb & Stockwood

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Mill Lane to Stockwood Road

A warm welcome goes to Rachael Rudd who has moved to Eranford House from Hermitage. Rachael is busy renovating at the moment and we wish her many years of happiness in her new home.

Welcome to the de Metz family: Geoff and Jane have moved into The Old Parsonage with cava-poo Mabel, and their son Freddie, along with Rom and children Max and Emmie, have moved into Orchard Cottage with black lab Max. We are looking forward to meeting you all.

We bid a fond farewell to Jackie Boulter and Tony Jones as they leave Thurlands for a new life somewhere in the West Country and thank them for all their great work in the village over the years: the cricket club and flowers show are just two examples. All the best with your home search and we will miss you both. Welcome to Molly and Mark 10

Photo: David Wallace

Watson and we hope you have many years of happiness in your new home.

Congratulations to Gary Sturgess who ran the route from home to the bottom of Cuckoo Hill and back again which was 8.5 km. He ran and walked this route five times with a support team of Chris and Julie Hardy, and wife Eileen. Jane Read was in Hamlet with her football rattle, giving him much needed encouragement too. He is raising funds for Weldmar Hospicecare. If you would like to donate here is the link: www.justgiving.com/ Gary-Daphne-Kim and well done!

Finally, a big thank you to everyone who supported our Macmillan Coffee Morning in the Village Hall, the final total raised was £254.

Diary dates: Showing now Christmas Linda Carroll Art Exhibition – Old School Gallery, Yetminster 03 November Chetnole Chuckers AGM – Village Hall, 7.30pm 06 November Poetry and Prose evening – Village Hall, 7.30pm 10 November Parish Council Meeting – Village Hall 12 November Flower Show AGM – Village Hall, 7pm 20 November Chetnole’s Got Talent Part Deux – Village Hall, 7.30pm 03 December Artsreach presents Bowjangles – Village Hall, 7.30pm Enjoy November!

Liz Tebbatt

Ride + Stride 2021 Many thanks go to Di and Dan Murphy, Gwen Adair and Richard Charrington for their magnificent efforts in this year’s Ride + Stride for Dorset Historic Churches Trust. Sponsorship and donations came to £843 plus Gift Aid, taking the total to over £1,000, a record for Chetnole. As half of the money raised goes to St. Peter’s directly, we are grateful for everyone who took part, manned the church, and donated funds. Thank you.

The Friends of St. Peter’s Chetnole

Penelope’s Christening Day – 19 September 2021 Family and friends gathered at St. Peter’s Church on a sunny Sunday morning in September to attend the christening of

Penelope Grace Lloyd, daughter of proud parents Jade and Tom. Penelope smiled and gurgled happily throughout the service with only a slight, and very brief, whimper when Rev George Moody gently wet her head with water from the font; she looked exquisite in her christening gown. A lovely celebration followed in the family’s garden.

Chetnole Village Hall Chetnole Village Hall bounced back to life by hosting the excellent Wriggle Valley Jazz Band on the evening of 11 September. The stage was fully occupied by a total of seven musicians playing Trad Jazz in all its splendid formats. Once the show was under way the audience could be seen tapping feet, and other parts, in time to the many favourite numbers being played. It was a really good evening and what a wonderful way to recommence live quality entertainment in the Hall.

The management however failed. We ran out of beer with five minutes of the evening to go! We will not do so again and that’s a promise.

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There are follow up live music events.

The Artsreach sponsored bluegrass band, Flats and Sharps, played on 8 October and to finish the musical year we have, on 3 December, the eagerly awaited return of Bowjangles. The band have performed at our Hall in the past to universal acclaim and are not to be missed. A great start to the festive season.

Numbers for events are restricted. Do not miss out; call John Head (01935 873555) or Ian Lingwood (07966 177789) to reserve tickets for your seats.

Chetnole Village Hall presents …

An informal evening of Poetry and Prose, Saturday 6 November at 7.30pm Please bring your favourites, or pieces you have written, or just come along to listen and enjoy the evening. Rick Baker will ‘organise’ the event.

There will be a paying bar and entry is by donation. Numbers are limited to 60 and there will be an entrance list by the door. To book, please email chetnolevillagehall@gmail.com

LOGS, LOGS, LOGS For some years we have bought bagged logs at a discount. They come kiln dried in two sizes, suitable for all stoves/ grates. Beautifully packed in large bags, they can be delivered to your log store in mid-November. The more bags we order, the better the discount per bag.

Present price is c.£55 per bag but we would expect a discount off that. Each bag weighs c.80 kilos and measures 45 x 52 x 95, a tall cube in shape. Open to residents of Chetnole only.

If you are interested or want further details, phone Rosemary on 01935 872256 BEFORE 5 NOVEMBER.

2022 log orders I have decided to forgo the joys of being the village Log Lady after 2021, having done the job for over five years. It takes very little time, so I hope someone will volunteer to take it on for 2022 so that we can continue to get our logs at a discount.

Chetnole’s Got Talent – Part Deux This is a fund-raising event for St. Peter’s Church. Please come and join us for a relaxed and sociable evening on Saturday 20 November at 7.30pm in St. Peter’s. Many of you will remember the first Chetnole’s Got Talent a couple of years ago and, by all accounts, it was a legendary evening!

Sitting at the heart of the village, St. Peter’s church (Grade II listed) has significant running costs. Keeping on top of these is an ongoing task and all the funds raised will go towards maintaining St. Peter’s. Entry is free and there will be local beer, as well as wine and nibbles available; we will just ask for a donation towards these.

If you would like to showcase your skills and talents too, whatever they may be, please contact Gwen Adair gwen.adair12@gmail.com

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Chetnole’s Got Talent - Part Deux Saturday 20th November 7.30pm St Peter’s Church, Chetnole

An informal evening to showcase local talent.

Come and show off your skills, whatever they may be!

Entry free - wine, beer and refreshments by donation.

Friends

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The Chetnole Flower Show had a wonderful event this year. As well as a good turnout, and despite the soggy weather, we managed to raise a whopping £1600.00 to donate to the following charities and local organisations: Chetnole Village Hall; Friends of St. Peters; Gryphon School Duke of Edinburgh Scheme; Leigh Brownies; Mind; Sherborne Radio; Weldmar Hospice; Wriggle Valley Magazine; Yetminster Girl Guides and Yetminster Scouts.

During the pandemic, fund raising was almost impossible for many of the organisations above, so we are truly delighted to be able to contribute on your behalf. We couldn’t have done this without your amazing support; whether you attended the show, donated or helped out, you all played a part.

We are also extremely grateful to our generous sponsors: Ashfield Property & Management Services; CS Gardening; Dockside Personnel; and Stockwood Lettings.

Their support this year proved invaluable.

The Committee and the charities we support rely, as always, on the attendance, generosity and hard work of so many people, who all step up to make it happen. To say a big thank you, the Committee invite Wriggle Valley Magazine readers to our short AGM and

a get together, on 12 November from 7.00pm in Chetnole Village Hall. There will be light nibbles, music and a cash bar, and some funny moments. We also want to welcome new faces to the village and those who may want to get involved in what is a fun event, especially as we gear up for our 75th Annual show.

We hope to see you there.

The Chetnole Flower Show Committee Karen (chair), Angela, Jane, Jo, Kate, Naomi, Pip, Sue

CHETNOLE FETE & FLOWER SHOW 2021 THANK YOU GET TOGETHER & AGM Friday 12th November 2021 7pm, Chetnole Village Hall Nibbles, light snacks & music will be provided.

There will be a cash bar available All Welcome The Chetnole Fete & Flower Show Committee would like to thank you for your valued support in making this year’s show so successful.

Please join us for an informal get together and hear about which charities we are supporting with the funds raised.

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HERMITAGE

We welcomed back our curate, Jenny Nelson, to take a lovely Harvest Festival at the beginning of October. The church looked stunning, with fabulous flower arrangements and an abundance

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of fruit and veg and other produce; and some spectacular artwork by young children in the village in the form of a ‘stained-glass window’ and harvest loaf with bread mice.

We said farewell to Val Rowsell, who was presented with a bowl of cyclamen to mark her retirement as our evening organist – thank you Val for many years of giving us music. We were also delighted to present Alan Ward with a book, signed by his neighbours, with our very best wishes for him in his new home in Yeovil.

As ever, our congregation congregated at the end for a good chat with our neighbours, enjoying a light supper of soup and sausage rolls. Thank you to everyone who contributed in so many ways.

Do join us for our services this month, on Sunday 7 November at 6.00pm, which will be our All Saints, All Souls and Remembrance service; and morning service on Sunday 21 November at 10.00am. The church is open all day every day for anyone to go in for prayer and quiet time.

Elizabeth Kenton Churchwarden

Croquet Final Saturday 18 September saw the garden of Roger and Faith Hervey once again invaded for the croquet final. Without their kindness in allowing us to use their lawn, this annual event would not take place!

We were blessed with a warm, sunny afternoon and many of the competitors turned up to give support and to cheer the finalist on, whilst enjoying nibbles and a little drink.

The main competition between Trevor Rushton and Tony Eidsforth was won

by Trevor, with another good match being played for the Plate between Colin Summerell and Peter Sharland, with Peter being the winner.

Village Hall news Bingo returns to the hall on Saturday 27 November with a festive feel: eyes down 7.30pm, all welcome. Come along for a fun evening and maybe win a prize or two.

Barbara Atyeo

Macmillan coffee morning On Friday 24 September, Hermitage and Hilfield Village Hall once again hosted the annual Macmillan coffee morning, after missing last year. This helped to raise funds for a very worthwhile and much needed charity and thanks go to everyone who donated all the lovely cakes, pies and jams etc. and to all that came along to support the cause and together raised £190.00.

Trevor, Tony, Colin and Peter are worthy competitors

Thank you to all who took part in the competition over the summer, it was good see everyone still enjoying Hermitage Croquet.

Jan Pescott

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LEIGH

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Percy takes a break from church maintenance for a chat with John Tuke

This month will seem strange because we are starting it without Brenda running the shop and Steve running the garage.

Life will surely go on without them and Sica is the perfect person to take over the shop, but Brenda and Steve have done so much for us all. How on earth can we thank them adequately.

The Pop Up Pub goes from strength to strength and one of the many reasons it is so attractive is that Michelle and her team are constantly striving to do something different. This month they have invited Gennaro from Basilico Pizzas to come along and cook food to order. He will set up a special section of his website (www. basili.co.uk) for the Leigh Pop Up Pub, available from 12 November, so everyone can pick their time slot, pre-order their pizza and pay for it, all online.

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involved, from the main organisers to the people who set up the hall, the bar staff, the washers up and the people who clear the tables are volunteers. Nobody gets paid. It is all done for the good of the village. Long may it continue.

Don’t forget to support this year’s Poppy Appeal, both in buying a poppy (red or white – white ones are available from Philippa) and getting a ticket to hear former First Sea Lord, George Zambellas, reflecting on his long career at 7.30pm on Friday 12 November.

Make a note of two events in the village hall at the beginning of December.

On Wednesday 1 December, the church Fish Supper is at 7.30 in the Village Hall with maritime entertainment from Eddie Upton and Phil George, plus a special guest appearance from the Rector, Tony Gilbert. The evening will also see the draw for the winner of Angela Seabrook’s superb double quilt, for which, hopefully, you will already have bought lots of tickets from one of our PCC members.

Then, two days later, on Friday 3 December, John Kirkpatrick will be performing his amazing and highly acclaimed Carolling and Crumpets show. John is a truly world class singer and musician. If you’ve never seen him before, prepare to be spellbound by this supreme performer, a former member of Steeleye Span and BBC Radio 2 Folk Musician of the Year winner – see p51.

Philippa Toulson and Eddie Upton

up two ride-on mowers and almost all the grass was cut and forked into the compost bins. Thank goodness for the help of Percy (age 2½) who brought the average age down considerably! We had hoped to get some sheep to eat a bit of churchyard grass, but this has not proved possible this year – fingers crossed for the spring.

St Andrew’s Church, Leigh In line with the churchyard management plan, we had the second of the annual church maintenance days on Saturday 18 September. The church mower was still not repaired so Charlie kindly brought

We love to think of the church yard as a vital environmental area and habitat – please don’t feel that you need to be a church goer to come and participate in this work. The next day will be in March.

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Hopefully our services in November will be as normal; however, this year’s Remembrance service, on 14 November, which we customarily share with Chetnole, will take place at St. Peter’s Church, Chetnole.

November’s Coffee Morning will be on Tuesday 2 November starting at 10.30am.

Alaistair Cumming & Eddie Upton Churchwardens

Leigh village shop We were delighted when Sica stepped forward to create a new village shop and are happy for her to use our space whilst arrangements for the new premises are made. You will all be in good hands.

We are looking forward to using the new shop as a customer and to watch the new ideas come to fruition. We wish Sica every success in her new venture.

Our very best wishes Steve and Brenda Addison

Leigh village post office I’m pleased to be able to confirm that there will be an outreach post office service in Leigh’s shop on a Monday, 1.00–3.00pm, starting from Monday 8 November.

Sica Burton

Leigh Village Hall AGM Our Village Hall AGM was held on Tuesday 12 October. Whilst there were two holding trustees and ten managing trustees in attendance and despite this advertised event, only two members of the village attended. This could be seen as complete apathy or that the village wholeheartedly supports the trustees in their efforts to maintain and use our Village Hall. I sincerely hope it’s the latter.

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reported on the finances which are in rude health thanks to a grant from the Dorset Council of £10,000. Michael Morrell was thanked for his contribution to our healthy funds as he departs from the Committee.

Connie Wallis has also stepped down after 13 years as the Luncheon Club representative. She has looked after this remarkable club and maintained a spotless five star kitchen. The Hall will miss her and we wish her well.

Happily, David Thompson, Mike Ford and Andrew Little were elected as Committee members. They will be invaluable help in the maintenance of the Hall and the continuation of the Art Show. Lastly a huge thank you to all the Committee, and especially Duncan Moore, for helping this co-chairman and for agreeing to continue as the treasurer.

Julian Turnbull

Recycling – crisp packets I am planning to make a half-termly trip to the crisp packet recycling at the Scout Hut in Yetminster. If you would like me to take your packets, I will wait in my layby (School Cottage, opposite the stone cross) with my boot open between 6.006.15pm on Thursday 25 November.

Please ensure that the crisp packets are washed and dried, or at least wiped out to remove any crisp residue, and remain unfolded. I will make another trip in January.

Rose Roberts

Footpaths in Leigh As with most other rural parishes, Leigh benefits from many footpaths crisscrossing our countryside, and connecting us with adjacent villages.

I am sometimes asked who is responsible for our footpaths’ maintenance. The

link https:// www.dorsetcouncil.gov.uk/ countryside-coast-parks/rights-of-way/ public-rights-of-way-maintenance gives a good overview. Essentially: • It is the landowner’s responsibility to maintain stiles and gates associated with a footpath. So those less agile can continue to benefit from our paths, Leigh Parish Council in conjunction with Dorset Council, is engaged in replacing many stiles with self-closing gates.

Once installed, the landowner remains responsible for maintaining these.

• The landowner is responsible for cutting back overhanging hedges, trees, shrubs, brambles etc. that would otherwise obstruct a footpath. If such vegetation is causing an obstruction, you are entitled to use a pair of secateurs (or similar) to safeguard progress.

• While it may not own the land crossed by a path, Dorset Council is nonetheless responsible for maintaining the path’s surface in an appropriate condition (up to about 1m wide). Most of Leigh’s paths are very useable, but if one is becoming impassable, then please report it to me. I am the parish council’s ‘footpath champion’; through me we have a very good relationship with Dave Ackerley, the Dorset Council Senior Ranger for Central Dorset.

For an easily downloadable print of Leigh’s paths, see: https://www. leighvillage.org.uk/our-village/ footpaths-

and-rights-of-way/maps-and-guidance/ A full map of Dorset’s footpaths is available at: https://www.dorsetcouncil. gov.uk/countryside-coast-parks/rightsof-way/definitive-map-and statement/ definitive-map-and-statement Put in your postcode to zoom in to your immediate area.

If you have any issues with footpaths in Leigh (Leigh only for me) please feel free to contact me. Happy walking!

Rachel Graham tel: 01935 873269 or email roograham@yahoo.com

Leigh Parish Council update Leigh village green was conceived, and thereafter established, to provide an open space that anyone could enjoy for short-term occasional activities such as village events, picnics, informal family games, and other such activities that families without access to a suitable garden might otherwise not be able to enjoy in the village (Annex G to the Leigh Village Green business case, 12 March 2019).

The recent planting of some 50 trees around the perimeter, together with the establishment of a few occasional benches within a wildflower border, now completes the green’s intended development. Over the past year, many have said how much they value the facility.

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While the funding of the green was paid for by Leigh Parish Council (using a loan repayable over 20 years), a significant proportion of the cost of the trees and benches was paid for by private donations (one bench was privately donated in appreciation of all that Leigh WI does for the village). Leigh Parish Council remains extremely grateful to all who donated so generously.

Looking forward, the Council believes that the interest of our community is best served now by maintaining the green in its present ‘uncluttered’ state, i.e. without an addition of further fixtures or plantings. Complementary to this, it is intended that the benches should remain without inscriptions or plaques, and that similarly the trees should remain unmarked, at least until they are established.

Dorset Council has made the Parish council aware of an application for a Definitive Map Modification Order (DMMO application T638) to change Bound Lane’s current status from ‘track’ to that of a ‘BOAT’ – byway open to all traffic. The applicant ‘relies on historic documentary evidence and alleges that the route originally had full carriageway rights’. Leigh Parish Council firmly believes that classification as a bridleway would be much more appropriate, but the process of determining a DMMO application can only establish and record rights that already exist, based on evidence. If anyone has any such evidence that might support the reclassification of Bound Lane as a bridleway, please contact Beverley Harrison, the council’s clerk, leigh@ dorset-aptc.gov.uk .

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CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR OCTOBER WINNERS. Winners for the October draw: 1st 2nd 3rd 4th

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If you would like to take part, please contact: Julian Turnbull on 01935 873846 or Alastair Cumming on 01935 872401 It is only £1 per month

MOVIOLA Leigh Village Hall November 22nd 7:30 pm

The Last Bus Starring Timothy Spall

Doors and Bar from 7:00 pm Tickets £6 at the door

Please bring a mask and a warm coat info: Bob 07914 302815

Leigh Climate Group ‘The River of flowers’ In the last issue of the magazine, I asked everyone to send in any photos of pollinatorfriendly plants and bee hotels that they may have taken over the summer months.

Here are some of the beautiful flowers, buzzing with life, that have been submitted.

Thank you to everyone who has contributed – it is wonderful to see such variety. In particular, Morag Orchard’s new pond is stunning.

Rose Roberts

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Fenella's fast finish ...

Congratulations to Fenella Ross on completing the London Marathon on 3 October in 3 hours 24 minutes. You may have seen Fenella training on Frankham Farm over the last couple of years, including completing a virtual London Marathon last October in the rain and mud.

She said it was a lovely atmosphere to be pounding the streets of London, in a herd of 40,000 runners.

St. Hippolytus, Ryme It was really wonderful to be able to once again hold our Harvest service in the church, which was beautifully decorated. Many thanks to all who helped with that and thank you too, to all who brought the harvest offerings. At last we were able to sing five hymns with great gusto; this was followed by drinks and light refreshments in the church.

Hopefully we can have a repeat with the carol service on Sunday 12 December at 6.00pm.

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YETMINSTER

REP: Michaela and Graham Plaice: gplaice@gmail.com 872921

As we hurtle into autumn, those of us of a certain age will be looking forward to our influenza and Covid 19 booster jabs – deep joy. A big shout out to Yetminster Health Centre who are entering into a particularly busy couple of months and the wonderful band of volunteers who are assisting the medical teams in Sherborne.

I will have to sharpen up my Italian as I welcome back my neighbour, David Torrance, who has just spent almost three weeks in Italy; welcome back, you have been missed and looking forward to the Limoncello.

The diary is beginning to fill up with events being held for the community to enjoy – Moviola, Sports Club – and it was wonderful to see the Syrian Baker performance sold out in the Jubilee Hall.

Please take a look at the Dates for your Diary on p56.

The sale of the White Hart Pub is nearing its final stages, with exchange of contracts and completion having taken place. Please read Jim’s article on page 31. We wish the new owners every 30

success and wait with bated breath to see what changes they implement. I would implore the local community to get behind this venture and give the new owners our support.

The churchyard clean-up went well, it was good to see the community support the church, even though many were not regular church goers. This is truly a beautiful building.

Apologies for this entry being rather scant; the only excuse I can give is that I have not been in Yetminster much over the last month.

Michaela and Graham Plaice

Virtual London Marathon On Sunday 3 October, with very little training, Gary Sturgess and Daphne and Kim Barfoot took part in the Virtual London Marathon in memory of our dear friend Bella Neate-Clegg.

We mapped a local route of 26.2 miles and set off in different directions with our London Marathon App tracking

our time and distance. It was a far cry from the hustle and bustle of the city but nevertheless what a lovely area to take on the challenge.

We would like to thank our families and friends who gave us moral support during the marathon, it was very much appreciated!

We have a fundraising page on www.justgiving.com/Gary-DaphneKim should you wish to donate to Weldmar Hospicecare.

The White Hart changes hands The White Hart has new owners from 28 October When we purchased the pub on 11 April 1995, relocating from Frankfurt with our three daughters, the White Hart was then in need of a lot of TLC. The first task, in 1995, was to lay the Beer patio – our son-in-law Barry did a great job. Then in 1999, we converted the old barn into three cottages for another income stream.

Gary Sturgess and Daphne and Kim Barfoot put in a marathon effort

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No one foresaw Covid, so it was a very fortunate investment.

In 2002 we refurbished the inside toilets, took down the dividing wall, installed a new bar, built the pool room (now a dining room), demolished the old outside toilets, and rebuilt a new toilet block, with full disabled facilities.

In 2005 we refurbished the old disused bar area in the skittle alley to have a purpose built apartment, which has recently proved popular with holiday makers. 2009 saw the filming of Tamara Drewe, and Stephen Frears (Director) decided that as he could not recreate the character and charm of the inside of the pub in a studio, he would continue filming at the White Hart.

We have had some fantastic parties – New Year’s Eve, fancy dress, quizzes, wine tasting with Reg – our girls loved it; having the girls enabled us to enjoy the lifestyle of owning a pub, whilst having the freedom to travel extensively.

We must, however, move on and make the most of our newfound freedom (we did get a taste of that from March 2017 to 3 November 2020). On 3 November we stepped back into the breach to keep things ticking over and the pub open for the village. We will miss our regulars, new and old, but will keep in touch.

We wish to sincerely thank our loyal barman Craig for all his hard work over the last few months, without which we would have really struggled. Also our granddaughter, Ellie, who did a great job in preparing the Brewhouse Apartment for new holiday arrivals, and to Chloe and Charlotte for stepping in when needed.

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of regulars, without whom it would have been much harder. For the White Hart’s continued success, the new owners will need support from the wider village.

We wish the new owners every success and the fantastic time we had.

Fondest wishes Carole and Jim (and Summer)

Want to know something?

Go to the Parish Website Find out What it is Where it is When it is And much much more!

yetminsterparishes.gov.uk St. Andrew’s Church News from St. Andrew’s Church.

November ..... Remember....

Our Remembrance Service on Sunday 14 November will start at 10.50am. We are again planning a Garden of Remembrance near the church on the small triangle of grass, where RBL crosses can be placed in memory of those who fell in the service of their country.

On Thursday 11 November, at the triangle in the centre of the village, we will gather for a short service of remembrance at 10.50am.

Our Turret Clock has been out of action for some months now (there will be a fuller report in the magazine in due course) but suffice to say, the clock,

which is one of the oldest of its kind in the country, needs a major overhaul at a cost of about £32,000. We will be applying to various grant-giving Trusts and schemes, but it will be some time before the clock is ringing out the national anthem again.

Looking back ... huge thanks go to our four intrepid riders and striders, Alex, Simon, George with Caleb, and Lucy who, at the time of writing have raised £1,051 for the Dorset Historic Churches Trust. Half of this will come back to St. Andrews, so if you haven’t yet sponsored them, you can still do so on https://www. justgiving.com/team/4Yetminster Looking ahead... the Mother’s Union coffee morning with bring & buy will take place again on Saturday 27 November from 10.30am-noon, at the Methodist Chapel. If you are new to the village, do come along to this very popular morning.

Our Christmas Carol Service will be held on Sunday 12 December at 4.30pm. After the Carols, we are planning refreshments in the Hall, with mince pies. This is traditionally when we welcome all new arrivals to the village, so do encourage your new neighbours to come along! Hopefully the school children will be taking part again this year.

With my best wishes Churchwarden Clare Churchwarden.yet@gmail.com

2021 Grant Applications – apply now The Yetminster Fair Committee was delighted by the support and turnout for the fair in August, after a year’s inevitable delay. The money raised on the day will, as usual, be donated in the form of grants to local community organisations.

Past recipients have

Dorset Moviola in association with YETMINSTER FILMS NIGHTS presents

THE FATHER (12A)

Tuesday 2nd November 7.30 The opportunity to see Anthony Hopkins in an Oscar and Bafta winning performance.

Olivia Coleman, who was also Oscar-nominated, co-stars.

DREAM HORSE (PG)

Tuesday 7th December 7.30 We end the year with this feel-good film, a lovely story of the triumph of the underdog, guaranteed to send you home happy.

Jubilee Hall, Doors Open 7.00 pm Tickets £6 available from the Spar Shop, Yetminster

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included a large range of groups from Art for All at the Old School Gallery to Yetminster Table Tennis Club.

The grants are decided at the Annual General Meeting which takes place in November. So, the Fair Committee would very much like to hear from any organisations who have projects in the village that they feel might benefit from a donation from funds raised at the fair.

If you would like to be considered, simply contact yetminsterfair@gmail. com and provide a brief outline about your organisation and how you would use the money.

All applications must be submitted by Saturday 20 November. Details of the successful applications will be posted on the Yetminster Fair and Village Facebook sites and in the next available Wriggle Valley Magazine.

Yetminster and Ryme Walking Group Join us for a winter walk Walks are between one and two hours, routes around Yetminster and Ryme. Please wear sensible footwear – attendance is at your own risk.

Sociable dogs on short leads are welcome (they do still enjoy it) and you may find a new route for future walkies!

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See the Parish Council website and Wriggle Valley Magazine for details – https://yetminsterparishes.gov.uk/ community/walking-group or contact us on yetpaths@gmail.com

Yetminster and Ryme Intrinseca Parish Council Chairman’s Notes – October Meeting In 2022, Her Majesty The Queen will become the first British Monarch to celebrate a Platinum Jubilee, seventy years of service. An extended bank holiday, from Thursday 2 to Sunday 5 June, will provide an opportunity for

Saturday 27 November, 1.00pm: meet at the Gallery Café Wednesday 29 December, 10.30am: walk around Melbury Park, Evershot Rights of Way. Meeting place TBC. (Hot drinks and mince pies at the finish, donations welcome) Saturday 29 January 10.30am: Walk around Minterne Magna, parking opposite the church, off the A352 (Refreshments will be available, donations welcome) Saturday 26 February 2.00pm: venue to be confirmed.

Saturday 26 March 2.00pm: venue to be confirmed communities and people throughout the United Kingdom to come together to celebrate this historic milestone.

The Parish Council would be interested to obtain your views on what event or events should be planned for the village.

Please send your ideas to the Clerk at yetminster@dorset-aptc.gov.uk The external auditor has submitted a very positive report on the annual governance and accountability return, which is available to view on the parish website.

Over the last few months, concerns have been raised over the way in which some planning applications have been processed, in particular one application in which it appears that the planning office has ignored its own guidelines.

Although impossible to reverse this decision without a costly judicial review, the Parish Council will write to the planning officer to highlight the mistakes that have been made to ensure that there is not a repeat of this error.

We will also be contacting Dorset Highways for an update on the extension

YETMINSTER HISTORY TOUR TUES 2 NOV’21 £8 – BOOK IN ADVANCE EMAIL: paul@sherbornewalks.co.uk online ‘sherbornewalks.co.uk’ Start = Gallery Café 10.30am DORSET COUNTY COUNCIL Help them to improve path networks – note and follow this link https://news.dorsetcouncil.gov. uk/2021/09/16/help-us-improveour-path-network-for-walkingcycling-and-horse-riding/ of the 30mph speed limit on the Thornford Road, to reiterate the need to repaint fading road markings, to list the number of damaged or missing road signs and to ascertain why the planned resurfacing of the Ryme Road did not take place. We will also be drawing attention to the illegal parking that occurs in the vicinity of the Spar shop which is becoming increasingly hazardous.

Please note that Church Street will be closed from 10.30–11.30am on Sunday 14 November for the Remembrance Day Service and vehicles will be diverted along the High Street and Melbury Road.

We would like to apologise for the problems that some people have experienced in contacting the Clerk by email, which was caused by an IT problem resulting in the mailbox becoming full.

Should this happen again, please use the contact form on the website which goes to a different mailbox.

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1st Yetminster Scout Group The Beavers, Cubs and Scouts have been very busy over the past month, taking part in many fun and exciting activities. Our Cubs and Scouts Sections had to revert briefly to Zoom sessions but are now back to face-to-face again, it is so good to have this facility and some good things have come from the past 20 months.

Our young Beavers have been busy with crafts where they made their own animals from clay and, after they had dried, painted them. They went on a night hike locally and explored nature in our local area. They had an amazing space evening where they learnt about the planets in our solar system and played some space games.

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Our Cubs Section have had a week on the allotment where they started to tidy things up; there is still a lot of work to do but by the end of the winter it should look much smarter. The Cubs also discussed fire safety and practiced their fire drill, discussing what they would do in the event of a fire at home, our meeting place or at camp. In the Zoom meetings, we welcomed new cubs to the Section and spoke about the History of Scouting and how things have changed over the years.

The Scouts had a week where they cooked a cake inside an orange on a campfire, yes, a cake inside an orange….

There were some mixed opinions about the results but overall, it went very well.

We also discussed fire safety around the campfire and then had some games in the woods. The Scouts had an air safety and survival night where they had to work in teams, having survived a plane crash in the Snowy Mountains. They only had certain items they could use and had to

choose the importance of them and in what order they would keep them. A great night and some very good teamwork.

We now have more than 50 Young People across the three Sections and we are doing all that we can to accommodate new children to the Sections.

We are still inviting you, the adults of the Community, to get in touch and give some of your time to the Group. The roles are very varied and if you have children yourselves, they too can receive the benefits of you being an Adult Helper.

Please get in touch to discuss further with me or any of the team. Open to adults 18+ and there is no upper age limit.

The adult volunteer roles we are currently looking to fill can be found on the links below which describe the roles. You can enter the link into search engine or visit: https://www.scouts.org. uk/volunteers/running-things-locally/ recruiting-and-managing-volunteers/ role-descriptions/group-roles/ We are running the ‘Four Week Challenge’, which gives you the opportunity to see what goes on over that time period and you decide for yourself if the role is for you. Previous events have been great fun. Enter the link into your search engine to find out more. https://www.scouts.org.uk/volunteers/ growing-scouts/ready-to-recruit/fourweek-challenge/

To receive more details about any of the roles, please contact me and I will be pleased to discuss with you.

The Group is still collecting used postage stamps for the RNIB and collection boxes are located at Thornford Post Office, Yetminster Spar shop and the Boyle café in the Old School Gallery.

We are also collecting used household batteries which we will send off to recycle, and the monies raised from this will be going to the Young People of the Group, to assist in their weekly activities, programmes and events. We still collect washed and clean crisp packets which are recycled into children’s outdoor plastic toys by Terracycle UK. We are now a drop off point for clean plastic milk bottle tops of all colours, these can be deposited in the milk bottle container located outside of the hut, just lift the lid, and drop inside.

These will be delivered to the local Charity, South Somerset and Dorset Emergency Medical Couriers who do an amazing job every day.

Paul Hollick Groups Scout Leader Gsl.1styetminster@gmail.com 07815 135602 37

YETMINSTER HISTORY SOCIETY Village going for a snip?

On 24 September 1919 at 1.30pm, the village of Cerne Abbas was put up for auction at Dorchester Town Hall. It was sold in 73 lots and raised £67,402. How did this come about?

Mike Clark of the Cerne History Society explained all.

At the opening of the 20th century, most of Dorset was owned by the aristocracy and wealthy landed gentry.

Although most of their property was in North Dorset, the Pitt Rivers family owned Cerne Abbas – the land and the buildings. The inhabitants were their tenants. After WW1, the family was being crippled by death duties, and the human losses of the war meant there were many fewer tenants and potential tenants. The sale of Cerne Abbas, which was difficult for the family to get to at that time, was to “keep the show on the road”.

The village had not been well maintained. One contemporary writer referred to its dilapidated state, with cottages having holes in the ceilings, walls in bad condition and the rooms having giant slugs of every kind.

The auction catalogue obviously did not mention this but played up the excellent hunting and fishing, and the short distances to coastal resorts.

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included the Giant, but the family withdrew it and, in 1920, donated it to the National Trust. And if you are thinking the Giant is some Ancient British monument, think again. The NT has commissioned a project to date it.

Using a technique known as ‘optically stimulated luminescence’ (just Google it!), its construction is dated between 700–1100 AD. The Society wanted to celebrate the sale so put on an exhibition, including a re-enactment of the auction in a local church. Everyone dressed in period costume and owners bid for their own houses at 1919 prices. The society got a National Lottery Heritage Grant to enable their exhibition. Lottery rules stipulate no charges for admission but via voluntary donations they were able to give the church £1000. Following the 1919 timings, the auction started at 1.30pm in the church. The video proved it was a fun affair. And I thought we had a lively village!

Next Meeting: 10 November 2021, 2.30pm at the Jubilee Hall. Jeremey Barlow will present The Cat and the Fiddle – Musical Humour.

New members are always welcome.

Come along and join at the door or contact us at yetminster8@gmail.com.

John Ferretter

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CLUB NEWS Yetminster & Ryme Garden, Arts and Crafts Society The glories, and pitfalls, of the self -seeding garden Back in Yetminster’s Jubilee Hall for the first time in 18 months, we were delighted to welcome Katherine Crouch as our speaker. Katherine is a BBC Gardener of the Year, BBC Gardener of the Decade, and a Chelsea Gold Medal winner. With those credentials you expect the best and we got a most entertaining and enlightening presentation.

It quickly became very clear that the self-seeding garden is not for everyone.

If your taste is for neat borders, carefully spaced plants and, basically, discipline and order then the self-seeding garden could be a nightmare.

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But, as Katherine made plain, it has many attractions. What anyway, she asked, is special about self-seeding plants? Surely, that is what happens in the real world. It is us, the fastidious gardeners, who insist on buying seeds, planting them carefully in trays and then pots, who are out of step with nature.

And visiting the garden centre? We all fall prey to that that ‘pigeon’ moment, when we see a beautiful new plant and go ‘coo’ and entirely overlook the detail on the label that says, ‘half hardy’. Who hasn’t gone into the garden centre for a pack of seeds and come out with a variety of plants that we hadn’t realised we needed?

Self-seeding plants, said Katherine, make gardening not only cheap and easy but potentially glorious. She recalled one challenging assignment, a newly landscaped garden, completely bereft of any plants, that the owner wished to open less than three months later as part of the local village’s open garden day.

She showed us what could be achieved with just £30 worth of carefully chosen seeds – flower beds a riot of colour. No visitor would have guessed how recently the garden had been planted.

Of course, you do need to exercise some discipline with plants that throw their seeds prolifically. That means not being tempted by the abundance of small plants you find growing but choosing where you want them. Our own experience of self-seeding plants has resulted in a bonanza display of verbena bonariensis but we are now in danger of being overwhelmed by forgetme-not seedling. As Katherine said, we must be bold.

Chetnole Pétanque Club – Chuckers Championship

And, bearing in mind how popular the wildflower meadow is currently, she warned that achieving the perfect outcome is not that simple, particularly in our part of the world which has some the richest agricultural soil in the country. Wild meadows must be mowed, she said, otherwise they just end up as unkempt grassland full of rye grasses, nettles and docks.

But overall, in Katherine’s view, selfseeding plants are a boon. And she hit just the right note for those of us who love our gardens but are looking for lessdemanding solutions.

Next month, 11 November, another Chelsea Gold Winner, Philippa Louden, will be giving us a practical demonstration of how to make beautiful Christmas decorations.

Carol Debell

Photo: Linda Lovell

After a missed year because of Covid, the Chetnole Pétanque Club was able to restart the Chuckers annual internal knockout competition. The preliminary rounds of this 14th Championship have been taking place over the last few months, culminating in the Finals being played on Sunday 26 September – during a lucky break in a period of rainy weather. There was a large turnout at the Chetnole boulodrome for the event with plenty of spectators. Members brought ‘finger food’ for everyone to share, which was both delicious and plentiful!

The results were: Men’s Singles: Graham Spencer beat Les Wallis 13-10, 13-4 Ladies’ Singles: Janet Wood beat Jackie Sibun 13-7, 13-8 Mixed Pairs: Paul Werlemann and Linda Lovell beat George Green and Stephanie Fripp 6-13, 13-12, 13-9 The matches were up to the usual high standard with plenty of excitement and close results. Outstanding, perhaps, was the stamina and concentration of 43

the Mixed Pairs who were very evenly matched and needed a third ‘decider’ game – in all lasting about two hours!

Congratulations to all the finalists; the matches were fun to watch. Again, many thanks to all club members who signed up for the tournament.

Photo: Barbara Wallace

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Yetminster Community Sports Club The club is run by three volunteers with the aim of promoting, encouraging and championing community involvement in a wide range of sports, activities and social events. The first 18 months of business were severely affected by Covid, but things are starting to return to normal. We are really pleased that over 200 people

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have taken up our offer free membership, a large majority living locally. It is also good to see a football and skittle team playing at the Sports Club alongside the popular croquet and tennis clubs and that the sports field is becoming well-used for informal recreation. It was great to see so many people at the Yetminster Fair in August, the two Artsreach events and the village sale in September, something that we intend to repeat in April next year.

The club is open on Friday evenings from 5.00 pm, on Monday evenings when the skittles team is at home, on Saturday afternoons when the football team is at home and for special events. We are taking bookings for our next events on Saturday 23 October when Mixed Bag will be providing the entertainment, while Stevie P will be singing for us on Friday 12 November and Greg Agar (the Piano Man) on Saturday 27 November.

We are always willing to receive ideas on new activities that could be staged at the club and would eventually like to see its management pass to a group of volunteers acting as trustees. We would like to hear from anyone who would be willing to get involved in running the club whether that be serving behind the bar, marking out the football pitch or running an event. Contact us on 07780 857153 or ycsc@btinternet.com Andy, Julie and Cassie Perlejewski

POGLES WOOD EXPLORERS

Half term holiday club is now over, and we are continuing with various minor building projects and woodland management tasks. We hope to fell our ash dieback trees and plant a new native mixture of hazel, small leaved lime and larch.

We have had an amazing year for fruit from the orchard and you may see various damson and apple products appearing to help generate some funds for the various groups of children that meet here during term time. There is space for a few more trees in the orchard and we are hoping to fill those this autumn as well.

We have had really lovely Muddy Monday sessions since the beginning of July. We plan to carry on until it is properly muddy! Sessions start at 12noon with a bring-your-own picnic, finishing at 3.00pm, £5 per child. Booking on the day is helpful but not essential.

We have done a few parties and will have a few more during the winter, hopefully.

Philippa Toulson philippa.toulson@gmail.com Facebook: Pogles Wood Explorers

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NATURE NOTES Autumn now with us, it’s a good time to think about how we can best help our garden wildlife through the winter months. By leaving plants, instead of cutting them back, we can provide a natural source of nutrition and shelter for much wildlife. Many insect species in various life stages will be overwintering among and within standing stems and decaying vegetation. These will become the wonderful array of flying insects many of us encourage and appreciate so much in our gardens throughout the spring and summer, including moths and butterflies.

Garden ponds will benefit from a little attention now that most amphibians have left the water to seek secure hiding places. Using a net to skim off fallen leaves and decomposing material will help keep the water healthy and oxygenated, should it freeze over through the winter. Immature stages of some dragonfly species remain in ponds for up to four years, so any accidentally taken out should be quickly returned to the water.

Autumn moths such as Merveille du Jour and sallows are now on the wing, their gorgeous rich tones so beautifully blending with changing seasonal colours.

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Some readers may have been lucky enough to see a once extremely rare UK moth, the Clifden Nonpareil, sometimes found resting by day on fence posts or walls in late s u m m e r.

Aptly also named the Blue Underwing, identification is clear by its black and intensely blue-banded hindwings which are revealed in flight. The species having become extinct in the UK by the 1960’s, records now indicate that it has colonised again in southern counties.

It was first recorded in Dorset around 1740, the specimen still residing in a museum collection.

Feeding wild birds now will help them survive though the cold and wet weather when the difficulty of searching for food can use up valuable energy reserves.

Wooden nest boxes should be cleaned with boiling water, dried and replaced don’t forget that these are often used as roosting places, especially important in the harshest winter weather. Providing carefully placed specially designed roosting boxes can be an additional help to many small birds.

Gill Nash

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POETRY PAGE

Christina Rossetti’s ‘The Pageant’ cont.

Rossetti’s text for A Pageant included a cast of ‘personifications’ (the months) to be played by boys and girls, along with stage directions - here we include only those necessary to follow proceedings.

This month has the text for November.

December’s text ran in the Dec/Jan issue 20/21.

October: Here comes my youngest sister, looking dim And grim, With dismal ways.

What cheer, November?

November (entering): Nought have I to bring, Tramping a-chill and shivering, Except these pine-cones for a blaze, Except a fog which follows, And stuffs up all the hollows, Except a hoar frost here and there, Except some shooting stars Which dart their luminous cars Trackless and noiseless through the keen night air.

(October withdraws, while November throws her pine cones on the fire)

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November: The earth lies fast asleep, grown tired Of all that's high or deep; There's nought desired and nought required Save a sleep.

I rock the cradle of the earth, I lull her with a sigh; And know that she will wake to mirth By and by.

(Through the window December is seen approaching) November: Ah, here's my youngest brother come at last: Come in, December.

Come, and shut the door, For now it's snowing fast; It snows, and will snow more and more; Don't let it drift in on the floor.

But you, you're all aglow; how can you be Rosy and warm and smiling in the cold?

OTHER NEWS benefactor, whose proposition seems a little too good to be true. But what happens when their lead violinist starts to act a little strangely?

Chetnole Village Hall and Artsreach present: Bowjangles – Dracula in Space Friday 3 December at 7.30 pm (suitable for all ages) We are delighted to welcome Bowjangles back to Chetnole. The award winning, internationally acclaimed quartet proudly present their new sci-fi horror musical comedy Dracula in Space (Warning: contains scenes of graphic violins).

Forget everything you think you know about string quartets; Bowjangles is an irreverent, anarchic group of genrespanners, bringing music, theatre and comedy together in a way you’ve never seen before; they dance whilst they play, they sing whilst they play, they leap, tumble, juggle and joke whilst they play!

In this brand-new show for 2021, the intrepid foursome are blasting off into outer space to meet a mysterious

We are grateful to Artsreach for all their hard work in supporting the arts in rural area.

Tickets £10 from John Head 01935 872 555 or Ian Lingwood 01935 872998. Tickets also available online at www.artsreach.co.uk

Stanchester Quire presents: John Kirkpatrick Carolling & Crumpets Friday 3 December at 8.00pm Leigh Village Hall (doors open 7.30pm) Tickets £10.00 For ticket reservations email stanchesterquire1@gmail.com or contact Phil on 07778 119663 51

Group oil orders We are keen to continue the good work of John Sanford in grouping oil orders together for local villages. We intend to have monthly orders through the winter months and, for you to join in, we need your orders by the last day in the month for delivery during the first two weeks of the following month.

Please email your orders to info@ pearce-energy.co.uk or call Gill or Val on 01935 816966.

We look forward to supplying your group with oil at competitive prices.

Gill and Val at Pearce Energy

The Wriggle Valley Mothers’ Union Thank you to all those who came and supported our coffee morning in the Jubilee Hall, Yetminster in October, when we raised £130 for us to send away to various MU charities, including the local Refuge in Salisbury. We did appreciate your support. We are holding a Coffee Morning and Bring & Buy in the Methodist Church on Saturday 27 November from 10.30am–12.00noon and would love to see as many of you as possible. We hope to have some Christmas cards to sell.

For further details please contact Anne Reason (873726).

Wriggle Valley Women’s Group Tuesday 21 September was a special evening, when the WVWG met again.

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Baldock, talking about dairy farming practices of days gone by, especially about dairymaids who were essential persons in dairy farms. Some stayed on farms, some were hired at hiring fairs and some just travelled around looking for work. Cryptic comments about dairymaids being first up and last to bed, with references to their work by such writers as Thomas Hardy, brought many a smile to the ladies. Photos of farmhouse dairies and equipment were passed around and some had memories of these being used. The evening ended with a minor AGM and going through the future year’s programme.

Our meeting on 16 November will be addressed by a representative of Reads Coffee, based at Limekiln Farm, and we will meet in the Drawing room at 7.30pm.

You are welcome to come along.

Pat Smith

Remembrance Day event, 12 November 7.30pm From Africa to Admiralty – reflections We are delighted to announce that George Zambellas, former First Sea Lord, will be a guest speaker at Leigh Village Hall on Friday 12 November, reflecting on his long career, the fun, the fights and the challenges of senior command.

Tickets £7.50, available at the door on the night. Doors open for complementary wine and canapes at 7.00pm.

The talk itself starts at 7.30pm. If it is a cold night, please wrap up warm, as I intend to keep windows and doors open as appropriate to ensure proper ventilation throughout the evening.

If you wish to make an advance reservation (for ticket collection and payment at the door on the night), please contact me on arcbennett@hotmail. co.uk or on 01935 872664. Proceeds in aid of The Royal British Legion annual Poppy Appeal.

Alan Bennett

Poppy appeal With a month to go until Remembrance Day, an update on the Poppy appeal arrangements seemed timely. I have taken over co-ordinating duties for

Yetminster, Ryme Intrinseca and Chetnole from Boney Pike, and the traditional door to door Poppy sales by a super band of volunteers will again be out this month following last year’s hiatus. Many of us have moved to a more cashless existence and may not have sufficient change to pop in the tin; fret not, as there are several other ways to donate: For online banking: BACS Payments can be made to TCF26 – YETMINSTER Account No: 01937121 Sort Code: 3011-75 Cheques: can be made out to ‘The Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal’ and either popped in the collection tin or posted to Lloyds TSB, Cox’s & King’s Branch, 1st Floor, PO Box 1190, 7 Pall Mall, London, SW1Y 5NA. Please quote TCF26 – YETMINSTER on cheques.

Yetminster Spar have kindly agreed to host an electronic ‘tap and pay’ machine which securely transfers funds directly to the RBL. It is programmed to accept donations of £2, £5, £10 or £20. Very easy to use, just press the triangle button on the front to toggle between donation amounts.

Further boxes of merchandise and collection tins will also be stationed in the primary school, Boyle’s café, the White Hart and the Chetnole Inn. In addition to enamel 2021 lapel badges, there are a limited number of ‘RBL 100’ badges distributed amongst 53

the collectors. Please contact me if you are not able to get one – I’m keen that all stock is used up! The RBL publish a recommended donation guide at this link, which also has an extensive range of other products: https://www. poppyshop.org.uk/pages/catalogue Your donation helps provide practical, emotional and financial support to all members of the British Armed Forces, past and present, and their families.

It also helps us actively campaign to improve their lives and safeguard the Military Covenant between the nation and its Armed Forces, whilst also being the custodians of Remembrance.

Many thanks in anticipation of your kind generosity.

Steven Gilmore

Exploring our countryside We have recently arrived in the Wriggle Valley from Scotland. I had thought we were spoilt for walks up north, but in fact there are more footpaths within five miles of me now.

The Wriggle Valley hides beautiful open space with staggering views, you just need to know where the paths are.

To enjoy a good walk, you can stick to your usual routes, or grab a map and compass and discover so much more.

Paths are revealed, prehistoric sites emerge, woods take shape – usefully, toilets and pubs are outlined too!

Learning to map read is fun and changes your views on the land around us. You can walk confidently when and where you want without getting lost and if the weather turns, you will know where you are and can work out the quickest way home… or to the nearest pub.

As a mountain leader and NNAS (National Navigation Award Scheme Tutor) I have a wealth of experience leading walking tours and teaching navigation. I am keen to help others gain the confidence to get out walking and exploring our wonderful countryside.

I am running map reading courses in November and December. I am also happy to run bespoke courses for groups and families if these dates do not suit you.

• Introduction to navigation walk and teach Saturday 30 October 2021 Saturday 18 December 2021 A day spent on a walk, out in the countryside learning the basics of navigation. £25 per person.

Group size – max 6.

• NNAS Bronze Level Award 6–7 November 2021 The Bronze National Navigation Award Scheme (NNAS) is ideal if you are new to navigation. You will

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learn the fundamentals of navigation, including understanding maps, and necessary compass skills. The Bronze NNAS is an accredited course so you will be presented with a certificate on completion. £100 per person. This is a 12 hour course held over two days.

Group size – max 4.

• A guided walk around Minterne Magna and Cerne Abbas Wednesday 3 November 2021 Sunday 19 December 2021 This is about discovering an area local to Sherborne and building up your confidence to venture out to experience the beauty of the landscape. The day is more about letting someone else do all the thinking and planning and simply enjoying the countryside. £10 – depending on size of group. Group size – max 12.

For further information, please contact Tania at TD Walking Adventures: Tel: 0771 424 4990 e-mail: tania.deacon1@gmail.com

Brotherwood launches MOT service Brotherwood, based in Beer Hackett, has recently expanded to provide their rural community with vital vehicle servicing and MOT facilities.

With a skilled workforce with years of specialist engineering and mechanical knowledge, Brotherwood have invested in a dedicated Service and MOT facility, carrying a range of the latest stateof-the-art workshop equipment; they are delighted to now be able to offer maintenance and testing for all makes and models of vehicle to their local community.

A dedicated new aftersales management and administration team have also been

appointed, to ensure a friendly, efficient service, with express appointment availability for routine servicing, MOT tests, computerised 4-wheel alignment, air conditioning servicing and more.

Brotherwood offer a free collection and delivery service for all MOT or Service bookings within five miles of Beer Hackett. To find out more, and make an appointment, contact the Brotherwood Service team today on 01935 713515 or visit brotherwood.com/servicing.

Citizens Advice Autumn storm

Many households face a perfect storm this winter as rising energy bills and possible disruption as energy suppliers go out of business come on top of the ending of furlough and the weekly Universal Credit uplift.

Employment advice

One of the biggest worries for people during the pandemic has been their job situation. Many businesses have been struggling and, with furlough now ended, some employees will be facing redundancy or changed working conditions. There are also many selfemployed people who are facing an uncertain future.

You can contact Citizens Advice if you would like help and advice with an employment issue, an energy supply issue, or with any other problems. Telephone our freephone Dorset Adviceline number on 0800 144 88 48 between 10.00– 4.00pm, Monday to Friday and you will be directed to the EDU if appropriate. Or visit our website – www.citizensadvice. org.uk. Or call in to our Sherborne office in the Manor House, Newland, Mondays to Thursdays, 10.00am–2.00pm.

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DATES FOR YOUR DIARY NOVEMBER Mon

1

C&LGS The Fascinating World of Aroids 7.30pm Ben Candlin (newcomers welcome)

Chetnole Village Hall

Tues

2

Coffee morning/bring&buy

10.30am–12

St Andrew’s Church, Leigh

Tues

2

Yetminster Film Night The Father

7pm

Jubilee Hall, Yetminster

Wed

3

AGM of Chetnole Chuckers

7.30pm

Chetnole Village Hall

Sat

6

Poetry and Prose evening

tbc

Chetnole Village Hall

Tues

9

Y&RGS talk Paul Atterbury

7pm

Jubilee Hall, Yetminster

Tues

9

Christmas afternoon party

3–5pm

Hermitage Village Hall

Wed

10 YHS talk The Cat and the Fiddle

2.30pm

Jubilee Hall, Yetminster

Fri

12

Poppy Talk George Zambellas, Former First Sea Lord

7.30pm

Leigh Village Hall

Fri

12

Chetnole Fete&Flower Show AGM & Thank you Party

7pm

Chetnole Village Hall

Mon

15 Moviola The Last Bus

7.30pm

Leigh Village Hall

Sat

20 Community breakfast

9–10.30am

Glanvilles Wootton Village Hall

Sat

20 Chetnole’s Got Talent

7.30pm

Chetnole Village Hall

Fri

26 St Andrew’s Christmas Fair

6-8pm

St Andrew’s School, Yetminster

Fri

26 Pop up Pub

7pm

Leigh Village Hall

Sat

27 WVMU – Coffee morning/bring&buy

10.30am–12

Yetminster Methodist Chapel

Sat

27 Y&R Walking Group

1pm

Gallery Café, Yetminster

Sat

27 Christmas Bingo

7.30pm

Hermitage Village Hall

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DATES FOR YOUR DIARY DECEMBER Wed

1

Fish supper for St Andrew’s Church, Leigh

Fri

3

Artsreach event Bojangles

7.30pm

Chetnole Village Hall

Tues

7

coffee morning/bring&buy

10.30am-12

St Andrew’s Church, Leigh

Tues

7

Yetminster Film Night Dream Horse

7pm

Jubilee Hall, Yetminster

Tues

14 Y&RGS Christmas Party

6.30pm

Jubilee Hall, Yetminster

Sat

18 Community breakfast

9-10.30am

Glanvilles Wootton Village Hall

Wed

29 Y&R Walking Group Melbury Park

10.30am

Meeting place tbc

Leigh Village Hall

JANUARY Tues

4

coffee morning/bring&buy

10.30am-12

St Andrew’s Church, Leigh

Tues

4

Leigh Discussion club

7.30pm

Leigh Village Hall

Fri

28 Pop up Pub

7pm

Leigh Village Hall

Sat

29 New Year Party

Sat

29 Y&R Walking Group

Hermitage Village Hall 10.30am-12

Minterne Magna

10.30am-12

St Andrew’s Church, Leigh

FEBRUARY Tues

1

coffee morning/bring&buy

Fri

11

Charlie Read’s Race Night for St Andrew’s Church Leigh

Fri

25 Pop up Pub

7pm

Leigh Village Hall

Sat

26 Y&R Walking Group

2pm

meeting place tba

Leigh Village Hall

Please check with event organisers for any restictions or booking requirements

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CHURCH NEWS

News from the Three Valleys team Remembrance In May 1915, Lieutenant-Colonel John McCrae of the Royal Canadian Army Medical Corps was working in a dressing station on the front line to the north of Ypres, Belgium, when he wrote ‘In Flanders Fields’, now a very well-known poem: In Flanders fields the poppies blow Between the crosses, row on row That mark our place; and in the sky The larks, still bravely singing, fly Scarce heard amid the guns below.

We are the dead. Short days ago We lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow, Loved and were loved, and now we lie In Flanders fields.

Take up our quarrel with the foe; To you, from failing hands, we throw The torch; be yours to hold it high.

If ye break faith with us who die We shall not sleep, though poppies grow In Flanders fields.

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Our Church communities

It is now often remembered as a call to peace by reminding us of the sheer cost of war as the line ‘Between the crosses row on row’ reminds us. However, that was clearly not its original purpose. The poem is actually a call to arms against tyranny. As American Thomas Jefferson famously said in 1797, ‘The tree of liberty must be refreshed from time to time with the blood of patriots and tyrants.’

Amid the horrors of the first World War, a response was penned to Flanders Field called ‘The Answer’ by a nurse, Ellen Osborne, part of which I quote here. Largely forgotten now but popular at the time.

Sleep peacefully, for all is well.

Your flaming torch aloft we bear, With burning heart an oath we swear To keep the faith, to fight it through, To crush the foe, or sleep with you In Flanders Field.

Whatever we may think at this time of Remembrance, it is worth remembering that there are people prepared to make the ultimate sacrifice to protect our freedoms, be they soldiers in the field, civilians killed fighting crime, or working in the health or fire services, or politicians killed in their surgeries.

Rev’d Tony Gilbert Team Vicar Three Valleys Benefice

Walking for me is not only about physical fitness, it’s also about mental health and wellbeing. Whether it is a fast walk because I am furious about something and need to stomp it out, or a gentle meander, I return home refreshed and relaxed with a positive mental attitude.

News from Yetminster Methodist Church I’m trying to get fitter, physically and mentally, so eeking out time in my diary for walking. I grew up in Marlborough, so fields and countryside were all around me. I then spent 34 years in the coastal city of Plymouth, and concrete was my walking route, given I haven’t mastered walking on water.

Reacquainting myself with the countryside, and its scents, has been rewarding – mossy in the early morning but full of sweet grass come the evening and dappled in sunshine.

Admittedly I also had the waft of laundry soap from the Lufton Industrial estate interrupt my enjoyment. I know companies bottle and sell fresh linen as a room scent, I wondered why they didn’t bottle evening summer meadow.

Perhaps they do!

Do you, like me, experience real joy when out walking in the countryside?

Does it make you more aware of creation and Creator God in all His majesty? From beautiful vistas, warm sunshine, to wonderful tastes and smells. My walks take a long time as I stop often to sample blackberries.

All my senses stimulated, by birdsong and, ok, the interruption of the A303!

Last Saturday I went to a conference in Bristol with the organisation Kintsugi Hope. Kintsugi (金継ぎ) is a Japanese technique for repairing pottery with seams of gold. The word means ‘golden joinery’ in Japanese. This repairs the brokenness in a way that makes the object more beautiful than it was prior to being broken. Instead of hiding the scars it makes a feature of them. It’s about discovering treasure in life’s scars.

Too often we try to hide our brokenness, our pain, in embarrassment or, worse, shame. What if we could start by acknowledging it, journeying in it, and ultimately discover the seam of gold, the beauty in the brokenness. Might that transform our lives and the lives of those around us?

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THREE VALLEYS TEAM LOCAL CHURCH SERVICES For complete list see www.threevalleysteam.org go to Services page Please continue to check the website and your local church in case things change.

SUNDAY NOVEMBER 2021

7th

14th

21st

28th

3rd SUNDAY BEFORE ADVENT

REMEMBRANCE

CHRIST THE KING

ADVENT SUNDAY

10.50am Remembrance at Yetminster 10.50am Remembrance at Thornford

BATCOMBE 10am CW Holy Communion

BEER HACKETT BRADFORD ABBAS CHETNOLE

8.30am BCP Holy Communion

HERMITAGE

6pm CW Evening Prayer

10am CW Holy Communion

10.50am Remembrance

10am CW Holy Communion

10.50am Remembrance

10am CW Holy Communion

10am Village Service

10am CW Morning Prayer

HILFIELD 8.30am BCP Holy Communion

LEIGH

10.50am Remembrance at Chetnole

10am CW Holy Communion

10am Family Service

10.50am Remembrance

10am Welcome2Worship

10am CW Village Communion

10.50am Remembrance

10am CW Choral Holy Communion

10am CW Holy Communion

RYME INTRINSECA THORNFORD YETMINSTER

10am CW Holy Communion

CW= COMMON WORSHIP

BCP= BOOK OF COMMON PRAYER

Extra and weekday Services

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Monday

Every

6pm

Compline

St Andrew’s Church Yetminster with Zoom link.

Please email for link.

Wednesday

Every

5pm

Rectory Tea Room followed by

On-line via Zoom See website for details.

Please email for link.

Wednesday

Every

6pm

Celtic Night Prayer

On-line via Zoom See website for details.

Please email for link.

Thursday

11th November

10:50am

Act of Remembrance

BRADFORD ABBAS WAR MEMORIAL

Thursday

11th November

10:50am

Act of Remembrance

THORNFORD SCHOOL

Thursday

11th November

10:50am

Act of Remembrance

YETMINSTER TRIANGLE

THREE VALLEYS TEAM Team Office:

Team Rector:

Yetminster Jubilee Hall, Church Rev’d Tony Gilbert Street, Yetminster, DT9 6LG The Rectory, Church Rd, 01935 872600 Thornford, Sherborne. DT9 6QE 01935 873044 e:3valleysoffice@gmail.com w:www.threevalleysteam.org e: rector3valleys@gmail.com

Opening hours

Mondays: 9.30am – 12.30pm Tuesdays: 9.30am – 12.30pm or 2.00-5.00pm Wednesdays: 9.30am – 12.30pm

Team Vicars Rev’d George Moody The Rectory Church St, Yetminster DT9 6QE

Rev’d Richard Kirlew

@RuralChaplain 01963 23570 e: rector3valleys@gmail.com

Jubilee Hall Yetminster

ENQUIRIES: Three Valleys Benefice Office, 01935 872600 e: 3valleysoffice@gmail.com

01935 873214 e: revgeorgemoody@gmail.com

Yetminster Methodist Church Chapel Lane, Yetminster DT9 6LJ

Treasurer: Mrs S Gilbey

Minister: Rev Kate Konrad 01935-415837 Worship co-ordinator: Mrs Barbara Driver Tel: 01935 873690

All services begin at 10:30am followed by coffee.

Roman Catholic Services Roman Catholic Church

The Sacred Heart & St. Aldhelm, Westbury, Sherborne DT9 3EL tel: (01935) 812021

Hilfield Friary services continue.

Information can be found on our website https://hilfieldfriary.org.uk and Facebook page www.facebook.com/HilfieldFriary so please look to see what we are up to.

Weekend mass times: Saturdays at 6.00pm Sundays 10.30am Holy Days 10.00am and 6.30pm Parish Priest: Monsignor Canon Robert Draper e: sherbornerc@prcdtr.org.uk w: sherbornecatholicchurch.org.uk

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PLANNING APPLICATIONS NOVEMBER 2021 BATCOMBE P/FUL/2021/02042 28/09/21 REDFORD FARM JUNCTION REDFORD TO MARTINSFIELD MELBURY BUBB – Erect replacement outbuilding for storage and vehicle parking, (demolish existing). No Decision.

P/FUL/2021/02043 28/09/21 REDFORD FARM JUNCTION REDFORD TO MARTINSFIELD MELBURY BUBB – Demolition of existing outbuilding and erect 1 No. replacement building. Carry out all internal and external alterations in association to this. No Decision.

CHETNOLE P/FUL/2021/02485 12/07/21 PARK HOUSE FARM HERBURY LANE JUNCTION – Change of use of land from agricultural to a mixed agricultural & equestrian use, construction of a riding arena with an associated means of enclosure & the erection of a building for equestrian use with an access track from the existing driveway. Granted 23 Sep 21.

P/HOU/2021/01349 27/06/21 PARK HOUSE FARM JUNCTION TO HELL CORNER – Erect two storey extension. New detached garage and store. (demolish existing garage). Granted 22 Sep 21.

P/OUT/2021/01880 28/05/21 LAND ADJACENT FOYS HOUSE FOYS LANE – Develop the land by the erection of 1 No. dwelling with access and associated works (Outline application to determine access). No Decision.

P/LBC//2021/00472 17/02/21 1 FORD COURT, CHETNOLE – Installation of buttresses to support wall from leaning further. No Decision.

HERMITAGE Nil HILFIELD P/FUL/2021/00318 02/02/21 THREE GATES FARM – Demolition of existing building & erection of 3no. dwellings. No Decision.

LEIGH P/PAAC/2021/03731 30/09/21 IlES FARM SHERBORNE ROAD – Change of use and conversion of agricultural building to 1 No. dwelling (Class C3). No Decision.

P/HOU/2021/02237 22/06/21 ROSENDALE, CHETNOLE ROAD – Erect Single Storey Extension.

No Decision.

P/FUL/2021/01677 14/05/21 WHITEHALL FARM, SOUTH STREET – Change of use from 2 No. agricultural barns to commercial use (Class B8), one for engineering and one for furniture restoration. No Decision.

WD/D/21/000121

18/01/21 GREENHAM HOUSE, SHERBORNE ROAD – Develop the land by the erection of 1 No. dwelling. (Outline application to determine access and layout). No Decision.

MELBURY BUBB Nil RYME INTRINSECA P/HOU/2021/02849 05/08/21 TRENDLES, RYME ROAD – Erection of Single Storey Extension installation of Dormer and rooflight to Front Elevation.

Granted 7 Oct 21.

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PLANNING APPLICATIONS NOVEMBER 2021 YETMINSTER P/NMA/2021/03900 07/10/21 SPRINGFIELD BRISTER END – Non-material amendment to Planning Permission No. WD/D/20/002933 to change horizontal weatherboarding to vertical weatherboarding and to seek approval of external materials. No Decision.

P/HOU/2021/03781 04/10/21 15 BUCKLERS MEAD – Erect single storey rear kitchen extension and refurbishment works. No Decision.

P/HOU/2021/03781 04/10/21 BROOKFIELDS CUCKOO HILL – Erect replacement agricultural barn to provide housing for animals.. No Decision.

P/CLE/2021/02695 26/07/21 HAMLET STABLES HAMLET HOUSE YETMINSTER ROAD – Application for a Certificate of Lawfulness to use Hamlet Stables as a single dwelling house in breach of Condition No. 2 of Planning Permission No. 1/N/88/0414. No Decision.

P/HOU/2021/01564 20/07/21 OATCROFT, RYME ROAD – Erect two storey rear extension and single storey side extension. Re-locate oil tank. (Demolish single storey rear extension and side porch). Granted 13 Sep 21.

P/HOU/2021/02250 23/06/21 HAMLET HOUSE YETMINSTER ROAD – Erect garden wall. No Decision.

P/LBC/2021/03419 23/06/21 HAMLET HOUSE YETMINSTER ROAD – Erect garden wall. No Decision.

P/HOU/2021/02142 16/06/21 ROCK HOUSE QUEEN STREET – Erection of lean-to glasshouse (demolition of existing conservatory). No Decision.

P/HOU/2021/02143 16/06/21 ROCK HOUSE QUEEN STREET – Carry out alterations for the erection of lean-to glasshouse (demolition of existing conservatory).

No Decision.

P/LBC/2021/01912 01/06/21 MINSTER HOUSE & OAK HOUSE HIGH STREET – Removal of existing slates over main roof and rear wings (excluding northern most section to eastern wing) , re-felting and battening and recovering with natural slate. Cladding the existing painted concrete block flat roofed extension with larch and insertion of new door and windows. No Decision.

WD/D/21/000013

06/05/21 THE MILL HOUSE, DOWNS LANE – Change of use of existing room over existing garage from Studio as per Planning Application No 1/E/07/000522 May 2007 to dwelling (retrospective). No Decision.

WD/D/20/003084

22/02/21 KILBERNIE, CHAPEL LANE – Demolition of existing dwelling & erection of 3no. dwellings with associated landscaping and works.

No Decision.

19/11/20 FIELD KNOWN AS HIRAITH EAST OF, CUCKOO HILL – Agricultural private way, hardstanding and store (Retrospective).

No Decision.

WD/D/20/002134

WD/D/20/002314

16/09/20 FOLLY FARM, THORNFORD ROAD – Modification of obligations on Section 106 agreement dated 12th July 2016 (original planning approval WD/D/16/000642). No Decision.

The next Dorset Council – Northern Area Planning Committee Meeting took place on the 26th October, the next meeting will take place on the 30th November at 2.00pm, this meeting will be held in Stour Hall – The Exchange, Old Market Hill, Sturminster Newton.

A full register of all past and present planning applications can be found at: https://planning.dorset.gov. uk/online-applications/ applications.

Note: due to publication deadlines these details only reflect the website records up to 12.10.21

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Yetminster Jubilee Hall Clubs Meetings Talks Parties Entertainment

Available for hire

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Large hall, seats up to 120, standing 250 Meeting room, seats up to 30, standing 55 Kitchen facilities available Disabled access Parking available

Enquires: Three Valleys Benefice Office 01935 872600 3valleysoffice@gmail.com www.yetminsterparishes.gov.uk This advert has been largely funded with grant monies awarded by Dorset Council

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Regular Meetings, Events & Activities Name Every Mon Table Tennis Cummunifit Sit & Strengthen Short Mat Bowls Yetminster Table Tennis Club Every Tue Yoga Topsy Turvy Toddlers Chetnole Art Group (until Easter) Beginners Pilates Cubs (in term) Every Wed Drop in Coffee Morning & PO Community Coffee morning Yoga Croquet Coach/Play Wednesday Club (in term) Chetnole Chuckers Pétanque Club Table Tennis Croquet Junior WV Players (in term) Beavers (in term) Scouts (in term) Beginners yoga Yoga Yetminster Short Mat Bowls Yetminster Bell Ringers Every Thur Tai Chi Advanced Pilates Yetminster Short Mat Bowls Leigh Rainbows (5–7yrs) Leigh Brownies (7–10yrs) Guides Dance Fit Wriggle Valley Voices Every Fri Table Tennis Croquet Club (May – Oct) Croquet Every Sun Second Sunday Informal worship Chetnole Chuckers Pétanque Club

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Time 9.30–1.00pm 11am–12 noon 2–5pm 10–12noon 9.30am–10.30am 9.30am–11am 10am–1pm 1.10–2.10pm 6–7.30pm 9.30–12 noon 10.30–11.30am 10.30–11.30am 3pm (until Oct) 3.15pm–4.05pm 3pm 2.00–5.00pm 5.30pm summer only 6–7pm 6–7pm 7–9pm 7pm 7.15–8.15pm 7–10pm 7.30pm–9pm 10am 10am 2–5pm 5.45–7pm 5.45–7pm 7–8.30pm 6.00–7.00pm 7.30pm 9.30–1.00pm 3pm 3pm 9 for 9.30am 3pm

Venue Leigh Village Hall Yetminster Jubilee Hall Leigh Village Hall Scout Hut, Yetminster Leigh Village Hall St Andrew’s Primary School Chetnole Village Hall Chetnole Village Hall Scout Hut Yetminster Chetnole Village Hall Old Vicarage Care Home Leigh Village Hall Yetminster Playing Fields St Andrew’s Primary School Chetnole Playing Fields Leigh Village Hall Church Farm, Hermitage Leigh Village Hall Scout Hut Yetminster Scout Hut Yetminster St Andrew’s Primary School Leigh Village Hall Yetminster Jubilee Hall St Andrew’s Church Leigh Village Hall Chetnole Village Hall Yetminster Jubilee Hall Trim Room, Yetminster Yetminster Jubilee Hall Yetminster Jubilee Hall Leigh Village Hall Chetnole Village Hall Leigh Village Hall Yetminster Sports Club Yetminster Sports Club Yetminster Jubilee Hall Chetnole Playing Fields

Regular Meetings, Events & Activities Name

Time

Venue

1st Mon

Chetnole & Leigh Garden Club

7:30pm

Chetnole Village Hall

1 Tue

Leigh Discussion Club (wint)

7.30–10.30pm

Leigh Village Hall

Yetminster Film Night

7.00pm

Jubilee Hall

st

2 Tues nd

Wriggle Valley MU (alt months) 7pm

Church Hall, Yetminster

Yetminster & Ryme Garden Soc. 7.30pm

Yetminster Jubilee Hall

Senior Winter Lunch Outings

Sue Footner 873610

7.30pm

(not July/Aug) Halstock & Distr. British Legion

3 Tues rd

Wriggle Valley Lunch Club

Leigh Village Hall

Leigh Parish Council – alt mnths 7.30pm

Leigh Village Hall

7.30pm

venue tbc

7.30–11pm

Leigh Village Hall

7pm

The White Hart, Yetminster

Pub Quiz 1 Wed

12.15–3pm

Wriggle Valley Women's Group Last Tues 7.30pm st

Sheaf of Arrows

Coffee ‘n’ Cakes

10–11.30am

Yetminster Jubilee Hall

Batcombe Coffee Morning

11am

tba

[not Aug & Dec]

Yetminster & Ryme Intrinseca PC 7.30pm

St. Andrew’s Primary School

2 Wed

Yetminster Historical Society

Yetminster Jubilee Hall

Police Support Unit

2–3pm

The Cross, Leigh

2nd Wed/alt mth

Chetnole & Stockwood PC

7.30pm

Chetnole Village Hall

2nd/4th Wed High Stoy Bible Study

7.30pm

Venue contact 872342

Last Wed Woodland Wednesdays

12.45–2.45pm

Pogles Wood nr Leigh

nd

2.30pm

Police Community Support Yetminster Fair Association Wed – Sat Friary Shop 2 Thurs nd

Meadens Coffee Morning

Last Thurs Leigh Short Mat Bowls Last Sat

Pub Quiz

By Church, Yetminster 7.30pm

Meadens Hall, Yetminster

2.30–4.30pm

The Friary, Hilfield

10.30am

The Meadens

7–10pm

Leigh Village Hall

8pm

The White Hart

District Council Members serving you in 2021 Cllr Mary Penfold Dorset Council e: mary.penfold@gmail.com Councillor for: Yetminster Representing the villages of Yetminster, Ryme Intrinseca, Chetnole,

Stockwood Leigh Hermitage Longburton, Melbury Osmond, Corscombe, Halstock and Evershot.

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Unit 4, Barton View Business Park, Sheeplands Lane, Sherborne, Dorset DT9 4FW

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WVM ADVERTISERS’ REGISTER NOVEMBER 2021 ART & ANTIQUES Old School Gallery

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Burrow Water Treatment Plants 49

BED & BREAKFAST Chetnole Inn

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Hound House

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CARE HOMES Old Vicarage Care Home, Leigh

GARDEN & OUTDOOR MAINTENANCE

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Frost & Butler, Master Thatchers 40 P. Houchen Dry Stone Walling

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KDS Garden Machinery Repair

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Chedington Compost

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The Log Man Family

16

M&S Welding

39

Brotherwood

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Paul Hambidge Contracting

17

Express Equipment Centre

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Perrett Fencing

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N.S Autos

39

Pestwright & Mole Catcher

14

West Country Cars

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Rampisham Timber Services

41

SCR Tree Care

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Tree Surgery (Westree)

15

Wriggle Valley Fencing

40

CHIMNEY SWEEPS Alexander the Grate

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A Clean Sweep, Roger Dodd

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i Sweep, & video inspections

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Steve White Chimney Sweep

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COMPUTERS, MARKETING & IT DMDH Computers

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PDC Computing

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EDUCATION Barn Owls Nursery

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Lower Covey Montessori Nursery 16

EVENT VENUES Chetnole Village Hall

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Leigh Village Hall

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Yetminster Jubilee Hall

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Will’s Walls, Dry Stone Walling 26

HEALTH & WELL BEING

Pearce Energy Heating Oil

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TS Boiler Services

15

Spearbuild

15

TGas Plumbing & Heating

28

B.A Wallbridge

27

Westcountry Electrics

27

Sherborne Joinery

14

Sibley Property Maintenance

40

HOME, OFFICE & INTERIORS KC Decorators

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Michael Sturmey Carpets

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SBF Curtains & Blinds

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Wayne Timmins Painter & Decorator 47 CM Furniture

LEGAL SERVICES Porter Dodson Solicitors

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Professional Will Writer

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Robert Frith Optometrists

28

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Tania Geere Chiropodist

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Dog Grooming & Stripping

Therapy Barn Mandie Holloway 65

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Yetminster Health Centre

Chetnole Drone Photography

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POST OFFICES

Lendology CIC

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Chetnole Village Hall (Wed am only) 41

AD Renovations

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Yetminster

J Bennett Joinery

39

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Ian Crossland Property Maint.

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Remous, Milborne Port

Stuart Goodier Boiler Servicing 64

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5 Star Bars & Catering

26

M Harris

Mallows Cottage, Yetminster

On the Boyle Café

67

Steve Jones, Carpentry & Joinery 16

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Spar Stores & PO Yetminster

48

Knott Roofing

48

Chetnole Inn

Lawrence Electricals

26

SPORT & LEISURE

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Steve Mumford General Builder 64

Barfoots’ Bouncers

Grassby Funeral Services

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Neal Electrical Services

17

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AJ Wakely & Sons

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JJP Plumbing

39

Heart Of Wessex Railway

Brister & Son

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