216 July 2009 Wriggle Valley Magazine

Issue no: 216

July 2009

Primrose Seth Smith with a new duckling hatched at the Old Vicarage

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Leigh says goodbye to Jack

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Inter-village competition announced

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Mother running for Child Brain Injury Trust

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Contents News from the Villages Batcombe

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Chetnole

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Hermitage

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Leigh

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Ryme Intrinseca

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Yetminster

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Diary of Events

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General News

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St Andrews School

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Gardening

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News from the Churches

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Wriggle Valley Services

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Weather Watch

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Planning Applications

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Club News

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Editor’s notes Once again I have to apologise for the poor quality of some of the items in the May/June issue. We sincerely hope that we’ve now managed to overcome the technical problems – we will see!

I’m very pleased to welcome two new members to the team; Rob Barfoot from Yetminster, who has taken over from Linda Gosden as treasurer. Linda has worked tirelessly behind the scenes for the past three years and we’d like to extend a very big thank you to her. Rosie Cunningham from Chetnole is our new advertising co-ordinator and can be contacted via wrigglevalleymag@aol.com During May, the people of Leigh said a sad farewell to a much loved friend and character. Jack Wilde was a remarkable man and left a lasting impression on everyone he met. He will be truly missed.

The inter-village competitions are announced in this issue – why don’t you sign up, have some fun and support your village in its annual challenge against the rest.

Cut-off for the August issue is 14th July.

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of the Child Brain Injury Trust. Just google: Max Brimble.

Local Representative: Richard Vickers (01300 341153)

The Annual Batcombe Cream Teas The Annual Cream Teas took place at

Running for the Child Brain Injury Trust Court Farm, on Sunday 14th June. The My name is Carole and my son Max event was held a week earlier than has Brimble received a severe brain injury in been the tradition (normally Fathers’ Day), 2001 after a kick from a horse. We are thus fooling the weather gods, and enavery lucky that he surbling it to enjoy pleasant vived as it was touch and sunshine, thereby attractgo for ten months in ing 125 visitors through Southampton Hospital; the gates. Perhaps the however, as a result he presence of Bishop has suffered long term George and Margaret had brain damage. To look at some influence. A total him you’d never know as of £767 was raised which, he is much like any other after deducting £41 for teenager – as can be seen the cost of the cream, rein the photo of him having sulted in a donation of fun in the snow at Bat£726 to the Church of St. combe earlier this year.

Mary Magdalene, and as Throughout the last a result of the Tenuous few years we have been Guessing Game, attendsupported by CBIT the ees were amazed to disMax enjoying the snow Child Brain Injury Trust. In cover that Bridget return for all their support Gordge’s daughter, Vicky, I shall be doing a 10k run on the 12th July had received 58 congratulatory cards on and I am hoping to raise as much as I can. the birth of her daughter!

I would like to thank all my sponsors so far and if anyone would also like to Batcombe Youngster wins the prestigsponsor me, I have a 'just giving' page on ious Sir Patrick Moore Essay Prize line www.justgiving.com/carolepotter1 , The world famous astronomer, Sir or you can go to the Jolin Gallery, Yetmin- Patrick Moore, is convinced that man will ster, where Linda and John have very kind- one day colonise Mars. He offered the ly offered to hold a sponsor form and school children of Dorset a prize of £50 information about Max. and a copy of his book on Mars for the Max is quite a ‘celebrity’ and has his best essay describing what life would be own web page where you can find out like on the planet. more about him and the wonderful work 5

Seventeen primary and secondary schools, from both state and private sectors, produced well over 100 entries. But one essay, according to Sir Patrick, stood head and shoulders above the rest. It was written by Henry Straughan, who lives at Redford Farmhouse in Batcombe.

Henry is 10 years old and is a pupil at Sticklands Primary School in Evershot.

Henry, and his proud mother, had a long talk with Sir Patrick at the prize giving and have been invited to visit him at his home, which also houses his observatory, in Selsey, near Chichester.

Their visit will take place during the summer holidays.

Sir Patrick’s prize formed part of the Dorset Extravaganza, held in Sherborne on 29th May in aid of the Weldmar Hospice in Dorchester. This very successful event raised over £20,000 for this worthwhile cause.

A picture of Henry receiving his prize, and the text of his essay, can be found at http://www.thisisdorset.co.uk/blackmo revale/events/Future-Mars-DorsetExtravaganza-essay-Henry-Straughanaged-10-Stirckland-s-Primary/article1053922-detail/article.html Twitchings On the day of the Cream Teas, a pair of Red Kites was observed in the field behind Newlands Farm. Having worked for several years at the RAF headquarters (apologies to Richard & Alastair), in the heart of the Chilterns, the observer (me) is no stranger to these birds, and was able to observe them from a distance of 250m. They were not Buzzards!

Having weekend-commuted from Naphill to Bath via the Berkshire Downs

over this period, their westward spread has been carefully noted; their furthest previous westward observation being close to M4 J14. Incidentally, has anyone seen any Swifts this year?

Security Finally, on a disappointing note, there have been several reported thefts of easily-removable equipment such as garden implements from within the community. I shall refrain from aligning this to the economic situation! der Vorübergehendeschriftsteller (Nick Lawrence 01935 83742)

Local representative: Gordon Ratcliffe (872996) gojan@btinternet.com

It suddenly feels like Summer is here at last (despite a few ‘iffy’ days) – the smell of BBQs has been filling the air, hedgerows have been bursting into summer life, bedding plants are in abundance and flower show entries are well underway! It seems that Chetnole has had a number of ‘claims to fame’ over the last few weeks too, putting us well & truly on the map. Firstly, if you’ve not seen the new Summer Bristol to Weymouth Train Timetable yet, pick up a copy from the shop and you’ll see it features Chetnole & Linda Carroll’s paintings of the village. Ted and Pat get a personal mention too!! Secondly, some Chetnole residents had a recent TV appearance (albeit rather fleeting) on BBC’s ‘Gardeners World’ following the Garden Club outing in May to Herefordshire – it seems the bus is still groaning 6

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CHETNOLE ANNUAL FLOWER SHOW & FETE SATURDAY 1st AUGUST 2009 Music Children’s Entertainments Side-shows Stalls Refreshments Gates Open at 2 pm

Entrance 50p

In aid of local charities

from being overloaded with plants bought at the Great Malvern Show!

Welcome to a number of new residents to the village in a variety of locations, some of whom are having some renovations completed prior to moving in permanently – we look forward to welcoming you all properly soon. We also send our congratulations to Charlie and Sy of School Lane on the birth of their beautiful daughter Lola Jamie – let’s hope the sleepless nights are petering out now!

Congratulations also go to Thomas Ladyman and Claire Williams who were married at St Peters Church on Saturday 16th May. Following the sad news of Roena Braine’s death in April, I am honoured to announce that Roena left a legacy of £5000 to our Village Hall – we are eternally grateful, and our thoughts are still with her family.

We have done a fantastic job as a village over the last few weeks and months in terms of raising money for a variety of charities.

Firstly, a Bridge afternoon was held at the end of March where we had 14 tables (56 players),and including the raffle, made a net amount of £505 (including Gift Aid) which went to Cancer Research UK. Some stirling help was given by the lady tea-making squad, and all the preliminary work was done by Jean Woodford (who kept an eye on proceedings from her hospital bed). Tony

Morgan was Director and Gerald Potts gave away prizes.

Secondly, our congratulations go to Gary Sturgess who completed the Flora London Marathon in April for the second time. Gary ran this year’s marathon on Sunday 26th April with around 35,000 other runners, and his finish time was 4hrs 13 min which was 20 minutes faster than last year. Gary would like to thank everybody for their generosity and support and for helping him raise £1,880 for St Margaret’s Hospice in Yeovil. He would also like to thank 1st Leigh Brownies who helped him organise a very successful fundraising event in Chetnole Village Hall, and thanks also to Pat and John in the Post Office & shop for their help too.

Thirdly, our very own Marc Gurney who works part-time at The Chetnole Inn raised £600 for St Margaret’s Hospice by enduring a full body-wax that took place at the pub at the end of May. (You might have seen his ‘page 3 spread’ in the Western Gazette). Marc admitted it was the single most painful thing he has ever done but was delighted with the support of local customers and says the three hour ordeal was all worth it for the money that was raised. Marc would also like to thank Tina Marriott of Leigh for inflicting the pain!

Mark Gallimore passes on his thanks for filling in and returning the Chetnole & Stockwood Parish Plan Questionnaires 8

during April, and for the fantastic involve- would also like to hear from beefy Young ment during the forum that was held in Farmers (wouldn’t we all..!) for a new the village hall after the Duck Race on 17th event this year – a Tug of War contest.

Don’t forget that the Annual Flower May. More feedback is to follow, but it Show & Fete will take place on Saturday was interesting to note that of the Parish 1st August with gates opening at 2 p.m.

Plan Questionnaires that were returned Introduced this year in conjunction with over 72% of people read the Wriggle Valthe Garden Club, is a hanging basket comley Magazine every month with “local petition for this there will be two classes, events” and “small ads” being of the most one open to children 10-16 years and the interest to readers. It all goes to show the power of advertising your event or busi- other for adults – get planting now!

During the afternoon there’ll be magic ness locally!

If you are not already signed up to the shows for the kids, we’ll have music from new Chetnole E Diary that Sue Morgan the Wessex Highlanders, and with lots of organises and distributes, then email interesting stalls, activities and refreshrsm182@talktalk.net to give it a try. It is ments it promises to be another fantastic a weekly email that looks ahead at what is afternoon. Programmes/entry forms are happening in the village and surrounding available in the shop.

Finally, it turns out my life as the Chetarea with some general local news and nole representative is short-lived....... reminders. If you don’t have a computer, since volunteering to take over from Gora copy will be posted on the Village Hall don I’ve had a number of changes of pernotice board and in the village shop too. sonal circumstances which means I’m just Preparations are in hand for the not able to dedicate the time needed to annual inter-village competition, which do you a good job!

So, for now, thank you is Yetminster vs. The Rest [of the Wriggle for the opportunity to be involved in this valley villages combined].

Look out for issue, but until further notice your reprethe timetable of events and if you want to sentative will still be Gordon Ratcliffe on volunteer for any of the events then 872996/gojan@btinternet.com please contact the named captain as soon Jude Lewin as possible. In particular we would like teams of 6 Quizzers to contact Gordon Ratcliffe on 872996 and likewise, Gordon CHETNOLE CHUCKERS BOULES CLUB Junior Boules Tournament Following the successful Junior Tournament last year, the Club have decided to organise this event again. Open to children/grandchildren of Club Members and residents of/visitors to Chetnole, Leigh and Hamlet.

Tuesday 25th August

from 10.30 until approx 12.30

At the Boules Piste on Chetnole Playing Field No entrance fee: 6 – 16 year olds welcome/Light refreshments available.

Make a date in your diary now. Application forms and further details will be delivered to every household in Chetnole in July.

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Anthea & Penny Thompson On Saturday evening 9th May a large contingent of Chetnole inhabitants gathered in the Village Hall to say farewell to Anthea and Penny Thompson who were leaving the village to live in Sherborne (Not being cast out into the wilderness, but to live at No.14 The Wilderness I have to make this clear to avoid any misunderstanding !!) Apologies to anybody who may have been inadvertently missed off the invitation list, but we think we covered everybody!

Anthea was presented with two gifts.

The first being a large framed photograph of St Peter's Church, which included all the signatures of the PCC and regular church helpers - not forgetting our organist or Bishop George. The second being the right to sit on the new churchyard seat at any time!

David Gough Chetnole Annual Duck Race The Duck Race was held on the Wriggle on Sunday 17th May when thankfully river conditions were ideal following early morning rain. Over 300 ducks came under starter's orders and their journey down the river, from Mill Lane Bridge to the finishing line in Deep Ford Lane, was followed by a small enthusiastic crowd everyone hoping that their duck would be first across the line. As in previous years Mark Gallimore and Chris Hardy did a great job sweeping up the back markers ensuring that all ducks completed the course.

Following the race prizes were presented in the Village Hall, and the 'Lucky Duck Draw' was made. Tea and homemade cakes were enjoyed and there was a tombola for the children. Grateful

Mark Gallimore and Chris Hardy

thanks to all those who helped to make the day a success and for the cakes and tombola prizes kindly donated. A total of £420 was raised for the Chetnole Playing Field Fund.

Duck Race Results 1st

£25

2nd 3rd

796

Daniel Dixon

£15

477

Bob Owen

£10

132

Monica Cooper

4th

£5

206

Sam Hardy

5th

£ 5

96

Ruth Sanford

Lucky Duck Draw Results Round of Golf for 2 005 Rambler’s Backpack 080 Emms Meat Voucher 507 Bottle of Red Wine 140 Plant 173 Duck Beach Robe 513

Birdie Monica Cooper Ann Flew Anthony Tabor Sue Lloyd Hugh c/o Sturgess Plant 127 Linda Overton -Fox Bottle of White Wine 086 Doug Rice Chocolate Cake 739 Dave Bennett Thank you for all your support.

Josie Eaton

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Chetnole Village Hall 100 Club Chetnole & Stockwood Parish Meetings – The prize winners in the June 2009 draw 14th May were as follows: On 14th May at Chetnole Village Hall £50 Mrs A Andreawartha/ the Annual Stockwood Parish Meeting 1st no 8/1 Mrs M Prodger took place, then the Annual Chetnole nd 2 no 58/75 £30 Mr & Mrs Samways/ Parish Meeting, followed by the bi-monthMr T Freeguard ly Chetnole & Stockwood Parish Council rd Meeting. Confusing ? Maybe, but a legal 3 no 50/10 £20 Mr & Mrs D Walker/ requirement. Apart from a sprinkling of Mr & Mrs J Trickett parishioners, the meeting was attended Thank you for your support Mal Prodger by Councillor Legge of Dorset County Council and Councillor Lawrence of West Dorset District Council.

Home Watch Some of the items discussed, which The Chetnole Home Safety event may be of general interest: which was scheduled for 18th June was The Chetnole Parish Plan is progressunfortunately cancelled. The leading light ing well.

Out of 172 questionnaires delivof the evening was to be our PCSO Sue ered to homes in Chetnole, Hamlet and Goslin of Sherborne Rural Safe Neighbourhood Team [what a mouthful!]. Sue is Heneford, 86 have so far been returned – moving to Sussex on 19th June and has a good result for this sort of thing. The resigned from The Force because a trans- information gained is now being profesfer from Dorset to Sussex Police would sionally analysed and the Steering Comrequire serving [ another] 12 months as a mittee still expect to be able to formulate an action plan by November this year. basic trainee. What a waste!

The Council agreed to donate a sum We await news of PCSO Goslin's reof £80 to the Citizens Advice Bureau at placement, and on 18th June the ChetSherborne – and a sum of £50 to Victim nole Home Watch co-ordinators met at Support of Dorset. See notice board for the pub to review recent criminal activimore information on the latter organisaties in the area. tion.

Gordon Ratcliffe, Home Watch Co-ordiA renewed plea was made for notices nator in the notice board at the side of the Post Office to be restricted to A5 size (about 6” x 4”) – to avoid the overlapping and obscuring of notices that sometimes occurs.

The “go-ahead” was given for a basST PETER’S CHURCH CHETNOLE CREAM TEAS and TEDDY BEAR PARACHUTING In the CHURCHYARD (if wet, in village hall) Sunday July 5th at 3.30 p.m.

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ket ball area to be constructed on the playing field. Present available funds do not cover the whole quoted cost, so financial help will be sought from Chetnole villagers (you may well have already received a letter from Malcolm Eaton to this effect).

The Council agreed to pursue the provision of a parking facility at Chetnole Station.

At present, more people use Chetnole Station than use Yetminster. If a parking place could be provided, this would encourage yet more villagers to use our train service. However, the railway authority say they do not have funds for this at present, so the negotiations will surely be protracted.

Our local community police officer was not able to attend the meeting as intended, but he did ask that those attending be informed that the last crime reported in Chetnole was more than one year ago!

The Council were also advised that Chetnole residents are welcome to attend the bi-monthly lunch club at Leigh Village Hall. See Chetnole Village notice board for details.

Jude Lewin CREAM TEAS and TEDDY BEAR PARACHUTING at ST PETER’S CHURCH CHETNOLE In the CHURCHYARD (if wet, in village hall)Sunday July 5th at 3.30 p.m.

For possibly the last time, Teddy Bears will soon be jumping off St. Peter’s church tower. Bring your teddy bear (or other soft toy), parachute and have a go!

This time there will be NO LIMIT on size or design, as long as they fit into the basket for hoisting up the tower. Make sure your Teddy’s name and your family name are

clearly marked. Everyone welcome, all entrants get a certificate and the slowest descent will win a prize. £1 per jump for church funds. Parachuting subject to weather conditions.

Alternative Culture Never mind the ever-present photographs and TV pictures of police and demonstrators caught by snooping cameras!

Forget the newspaper reports of cheating, sleaze and denials in the corridors of power! Sunday afternoon on 19th April, on Chetnole Playing Field provided the antidote to all of this. In glorious springtime sunshine, a village cricket match was taking place. No belligerent barracking, just the occasional ripple of polite applause from the spectators. There was the occasional raucous bellow of “Howzat?” – but the umpire’s decision was accepted without any fuss. And all the participants were dressed in traditional white!

In the playground area, parents with laughing children were playing on the slide and swings.

In another part of the field a dozen teenagers – boys and girls – were playing football. There was no ‘diving’ – and nobody screamed abuse at a referee. In fact they were managing to play an enjoyable game without the benefit of a referee!

In one corner of the field, twenty-plus members of the Chetnole Chuckers Boules Club were engaged in their regular Sunday-afternoon session generously applauding good shots of both their fellow team members AND their opponents!

In the opposite corner of the field, was St Peter’s church, reassuringly serene in the afternoon sun.

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present-day Britain – and how lucky we We wish Paul and Kay, the previous are to live in the beautiful, tranquil county occupiers of the cottage, a happy new life of Dorset. in Yetminster.

Oh – and the birds were singing joyfulAlan Ward ly too!

John Head Treasure Hunt A great time was had by all who participated in the recent Car Treasure Hunt, which began and ended on Hermitage green.

Cindy Durham did a marvellous job at setting the clues and the cars left at 10 Local representative: Nadia Craton (01963 210289) minute intervals on the hunt for places and things.

Comings & Goings The winning team were Liz and Lucy Hermitage folk are pleased to wel- Cozens, the latter obviously benefiting come Kevin and Sue Andrews. They have from her recent experiences trekking moved into Gunville Cottage, with their across Australia and New Zealand , with three well-behaved dogs. They have al- the Read family taking the second prize ready worked wonders in the garden, and James Goddard-Watts and the boys with many neat rows of vegetables grow- taking third. ing vigorously. Kevin is a gamekeeper, The afternoon was rounded off with and enjoys fishing. Sue works as Quality an informal barbeque , provided and Assurer for Dorset manned by memSt. Mary’s Church, Hermitage Cereals Co. in bers of the Village SONGS OF PRAISE SERVICE Dorchester. Kevin Hall committee.

Sunday 2 August at 6pm is one of these peoThanks to all conducted by Bishop George Browning followed by ple who can turn who helped on the his hand to anyday (and all particiPIMM’S ON THE LAWN thing; he is an pants) and especialat Church Farm 7pm experienced dogly to Cindy for all with nibbles trainer, he has her preparation £3.50 on the gate built a fine encloand planning. to come for drinks at 7pm if unable sure and kennel Everyone welcome Ray Dickerson to attend the service for his dogs, and he All proceeds in aid of St. Mary’s Church has restored successfully a derelict motor lawnmower.

Their son Scott and daughter Amelia are Hermitage Hoedown both away from home, and working. We If you are reading this article before hope Kevin and Sue will be very happy in July 4th. there may still be an opportunity this pleasant village. to buy tickets for the Barn Dance and BBQ on Hermitage Village green, starting at 15

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Ray Dickerson Local Representative After six years in the role, Nadia Craton has decided that she would like to HERMITAGE VILLAGE GREEN stand down as the Hermitage village cofrom 3.30 pm Monday 31st August SHEEP RACING and ordinator.

‘One Man & His Dog’ We need someone to take on this DOG AGILITY task and if you would be interested please ALPACAS, wool & scarves give me a call on 210292.

BARBECUE & BAR A big THANK YOU goes to Nadia for all Tug o’ war, her efforts in performing this role so well Skittles for so long.

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Women of Hermitage and Hilfield Your WI needs you!

Our numbers are now so low that we may have to consider closing, after 60 glorious years.

Interesting speakers, outings, parties, quizzes, but mainly the opportunity to get together and catch up on the news, all make this an enjoyable way to spend the first Tuesday evening of the month.

Please come along and see how welcome you would be.

For more details ring Christine on 01963 210292.

Christine Dickerson Mars getting closer In August this year, the planet Mars will come closer to Earth than for many thousands of years, past or future.

Throughout August Mars will seem to grow larger. It will become the brightest object in the night sky after the moon until on 27th August it will be at it’s near-

Local representatives: Anne & David Reason (873726) dareason@btinternet.com

We have had a glimpse of summer let us hope that there is more to come!

It's a bit like the England Cricket Team; our hopes are built up and then they get hammered by the Netherlands - a team not actually renowned for their cricketing ability. A passing thought for Robin Legg who having served the village long and loyally, not least over the village hall, was beaten into second place at the recent council elections; 'Thank You' Robin for all you have done for Leigh.

A metaphorical 'bouquet' to Connie Wallis for achieving a '4 Star' Rating after a recent inspection of the Village Hall Kitchen by the powers that be, and also for her and her team for the very successful monthly Wriggle Valley Lunch Club. Book early to avoid disappointment!

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Of course since the last edition the village has lost one of its most venerated, loyal, talented, amusing and delightful members, Jack Wilde. He was given a truly wonderful and memorable 'send-off', including the first use of the village's bier since its renovation and for many a long year when his coffin was taken from the village hall to St Andrew's Church. He is now with his Maker and beloved Kathy.

On a brighter note we welcome to our community Mark and Ellen Gould, the dogs (Jazz & Cooper), a horse (name unknown!) to Three Gates Farm, and also Luke & Alison to Willow Farm. We wish them well. Enjoy the summer!

David Reason WRIGGLE VALLEY LUNCH CLUB Tuesday, 21 July MENU Ham Salad with New Potatoes Coffee Cream Dessert Cut-off date 14th July Ring Connie Wallis 01935 872946 to reserve place and for membership details

News from the Old Vicarage Many thanks to all who helped in any way at the coffee morning back in May, at which over ÂŁ240 was raised; much needed funds for the Explorer scouts, who will be departing to Uganda later this month.

They have promised to come back and give us a presentation on their return and we wish them every success with their project.

We have had some interesting talks at the Old Vicarage this year, on subjects ranging from butterflies to life in the Arctic circle. If anyone would like to come along and give a short talk or presentation to our residents on any subject we would love to hear from you. Please contact Jan Millward on 01935 873579.

'New Arrivals at The Old Vicarage' As part of our 'breath of fresh air' week for the NAPA Annual Challenge, an array of activities have been organised by Jan Millward (Care Assistant) to entertain our residents. Starting off with a trip to Abbotsbury Sub-tropical gardens on Monday 15th June, then a dog show, a resident's BBQ, an animal day, a nature watch and finishing off with a 1940s themed Street Party Annie Stansfield with Becky Johnson on Saturday 20th June with dressing up, entertainments and lunch, all welcome.

On May the 18th a batch of duck eggs arrived at The Old Vicarage. Since their arrival they have been incubated in one of our resident's rooms, an ex-farmer's wife who has watched them carefully everyday and chosen the names for the first two ducklings. The first exciting signs of hatching came on Friday the 12th June, it wasn't till the next day that 'Donald' the first arrival came out of his shell, a little bundle of yellow feathers! He was closely followed by 'Daisy' on Sunday. We are still waiting intently for the next four eggs to hatch!

Other news: Our cook, Mark Appleyard was a finalist for the South West Care Catering Competition, the kitchen staff enjoyed a day out in Exeter to watch Mark cook for the competition.

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Fourth Leigh Village Festival his main course AND pudding.

The Fourth Food Fair and Classic Car Barbecued Hamburgers & Sausages, Show in the Village Hall at Leigh, will take Refreshments, Ice cream and Beer will be place on Saturday 18th July from 10am- there!

This is proving to be a very successful 4pm. You will be able to taste and buy show, AND will be in our amazing new some of the best food on offer from local Village Hall. Please spread the word to producers. The Stallholders will include:your friends and relations – it really is a Alweston Jam and Chutney Empire, Bridday NOT to be missed. fish, Brokewood Farm, Dorset Blue Entrance £1 Children 50p - Proceeds Cheese and Soup Company, Easy Beans, Filbert Bees, Fudges, Gustosecco, Leakers to St Andrew’s Church and Village Hall Bakery, Longmeadow Organic Vegetables, Organiser: Mrs Elizabeth Turnbull, GreenNether Cerne Herbs and Flour, Olives Et Al, ham House, Leigh, Sherborne, Dorset DT9 Reads Coffee Roasters, Sauces of Choice, 6HW (Tel/Fax: 01935 873846) E mail: Sherborne Castle Estate Wines, Somerset julian.turnbull@virgin.net Cider Brandy Co., and The Seed Company.

There will also be a Cookery Demonstration, Wessex Morris Men and activities for children.

Mark Hix will be opening the Fair – he is a Dorset boy!! He owns the Hix Oyster & Fish House in Lyme Regis. He competed in the 2007 series of Great British Menu on BBC Television, winning the public vote for

Leigh Art Exhibition – Masterclass with Patricia Burns As in past years, we are pleased to announce that we will be holding a master class on Saturday, 5th September from 10.00 – 12.00 am in conjunction with the annual Art Exhibition. We are delighted to have secured Patricia Burns, who is an

BARN DANCE in a Barn! music & caller: Long Odds & Short Straws Friday, 7th August At Bound Lane Farm, Leigh from 7.30pm Tickets: £6 (includes Ploughman’s Supper) Bar for soft drinks – BYO wine & beer In aid of Senior Citizen’s Christmas Lunch Tickets available from: Bridge Stores, Leigh, Fiona & John Parks, 01935 873603 Margaret & Brian Read, 01935 872356 Connie Read, 01935 872393 Eileen Foy, 01935 872142 Bridget Gordge, 01935 83644 Please come and support this worthy cause, lots of fun & dancing, or just sit and enjoy the evening

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experienced teacher and has exhibited successfully with us for many years. Her subject will be ‘White Tulips’ and will introduce you to painting with watercolours without using a pencil! She will demonstrate stage one and then help individually before moving onto stage two. If you are interested in knowing more about this very interesting workshop please contact me as soon as possible on 01935 873522.

The cost for the workshop will remain at £15 per head to include coffee and a soup and sandwich lunch. Numbers will be restricted to ensure each person can get the most from the morning session so book early.

Sandy Burton

idea and to all of you who brought your crafts along - what a display of talent! and also to all those who baked cakes, ran the raffle, helped with the coffees and just came along to enjoy a happy social morning when we were able to raise some more funds for St Andrew's Church. Many thanks.

Anne Reason

Beer Mill Mead – Coffee Morning 29th July 10:00 am There will be a coffee morning with Bring and Buy held at Pardshaw Leigh to raise funds for Beer Mill Mead conservation area. The money goes to the candle Auction and site maintenance.

Leigh Flower Show - Saturday 8th August So far we have had a good growing season, resulting in barrow loads of produce and horticultural delights for entry in

St Andrew’s Fair A May Fair was held in the Village Hall on 16th May, to raise money for St Andrew's and we were thrilled with the total of £1285.14. The weather was very windy so sadly we could not have the cream teas outside but having more space in the new Hall did help. I would like to thank all those who supported us, ran stalls, helped with teas and who helped make the afternoon the success it was - it was a real community effort.

73rd LEIGH FLOWER SHOW Flowers, Fruit, Vegetables & Crafts

Saturday 8th August 2009 Leigh Village Hall Admission £1 2.30pm

the 73rd Leigh Flower Show on Saturday 8th August 2009.

If you are not a grower (why not), do not despair. There are plenty of classes for Domestic Skills, Arts & Crafts. Obtain your schedule from Bridge Garage Shop or Heather Baldock at Leigh Cross Cottage.

Proceeds to Leigh Village Hall and Local Charities.

Keith Cranstone

Leigh Village Hall Lottery – April 2009 1st £25 Mr A Goodfellow 2nd £10 Mr P Bryan 3rd £10 Mrs M Manning Leigh Village Hall Lottery – May 2009 On 6th June a Craft Coffee Morning 1st £25 Mr & Mrs Bowran was held in the Village Hall and this raised 2nd £10 Mr & Mrs I Collins £254. I would like to thank Sarah 3rd £10 Mr J Turnbull Lumsden who thought of this fund raising 21

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Local Representative: Gilly Wilson (872982)

Church yard transformed Well done and thank you to all the regulars who turned up for the annual church yard ‘Tidy Up’ on 25th April. Last year’s big onslaught on the laurel hedges proved to be work well done as this year they only needed a light trim, so all our energy could be applied to the grass which was somewhat neglected of late.

Jan Milward’s half hour with a big strimmer achieved an amazing transformation.

Tom Excell gave up the morning of a rare visit south from Edinburgh. His 6ft 5ins was particularly helpful trimming the tops of the yew trees. A special thank you to Andy and Sue Templeman who spent two evenings wiring up the yew trees to improve and keep their shape. They look so much better.

Best wishes to Sheila Wilkins and Jean Meaden who are in hospital. We all hope they will be better very soon.

Gilly Wilson

Michael will need to be in hospital for 10 days, followed by convalescence in Ryme for 6-8 weeks.

My thanks to all those of you who have given me such loyal and loving support, please may I now ask for your prayers for a successful outcome. I am particularly grateful to the Oakhouse Stores for their collection tin. I am still hoping to raise a further £5,000. The Oxford Mail/Times is giving me a lot of publicity this month.

Sue Footner Christian Aid raises £1,369.85 Many thanks to those who give their time to help with the reception collection.

Although it is a little disappointing that the total has dropped in the last 2 years, it’s still a wonderful achievement.

Totals by village: Yetminster £221.21 (£115 gift aided) Leigh £410 (£350 gift aided) Chetnole £549.65 (£480 gift aided) Hermitage £75.71 (£45 gift aided) Ryme £113.28 (£62.50 gift aided) Sue Footner Yetminster & Ryme Garden, Art & Craft Society

Dear Sir/Madam Just wanted to say thank you to Ryme Intrinseca Village for the warm welcome I have received moving from Yorkshire to Dorset.

Kind Regards Liz Bentley, 1 The Lilacs, Ryme Intrinseca "Michael's Arm" Michael is arriving on 4th July for his operation on the 8th at the Nuffield Orthopaedic Hospital, Oxford. The operation is expected to last 9 hours, and then

Summer Show Saturday 15th August at 2.00pm in St. Andrew’s Hall, Yetminster Admission 50p for adults, accompanied children free

Tea & Cakes throughout afternoon + Grand Raffle Trophies presented at 4.00pm followed by raffle draw

Schedules & Entry Forms available from the Oak House Stores & Jolin Gallery from 14th July

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Collection Point: Jolin Gallery, Old Boyles School, Yetminster

Parish AGM Chairmans report 2009 Since last year we have lost the services of two long standing councillors, Ian Partridge and Douglas Proctor; their experience and expertise will be sadly missed.

However two willing volunteers have come forward; Judy Pyke and Gary Sturgess and we welcome them to the Council.

As ever we are still short of the odd councillor or two; if you are interested or know of anyone who might be interested please contact myself or the Clerk. Over the past year the Council have been involved in the following: Street Lighting - The County Council is now responsible for the Street lighting Railway Bridge - This has been surveyed by Network Rail and pronounced safe.

Thornford Road Speeding - A traffic calming scheme for the Thornford Road situated just up from Stoneyacres has been proposed. This is currently being designed by the traffic department of the County Council. Funding has been allocated and it is planned to do the work during the school summer holidays.

Millenium Hangings - The Council have provided a grant to the Parochial Church Council for the display of some of the Millenium hangings in the Church and the production of a booklet. Any profits from the sale of the booklet will revert to the Parish Council.

Affordable Housing - Hastoe Housing are progressing a plan for up to eight affordable dwellings on the west side of the

Thornford Road north of Coles Lane.

However it is still very early days.

RWM Meats - We continue to press RWM to ensure that their vehicles do not enter the village. Most of the problems appear to be foreign drivers and the dreaded SATNAV. Lengthsman - We are investigating whether it would be possible in conjunction with the neighbouring parishs to employ a lengthsman (odd job/maintenance man in modern parlance).

Bank of Ireland Reserve Fund - As some of you may know the Council has a reserve fund of some £22,000 as a result of the sale of some land a number of years ago.

The Council have decided that they will make grants of up to £1000/year from this fund for projects which are for the benefit of the community as a whole. Whilst at present such a grant would cut into the capital significantly when interest rates start to improve the interest should cover most of the grant.

Precept - This year’s parish precept is 10% less than last year’s.

Planning - There were no contentious planning issues however the Council was disappointed that the District Council turned down an application to develop the barn at Upbury Farm David Gould Yetminster Fair Association ‘Jubilate’ will be giving a concert in the Methodist Church on Thursday,9th July at 7.30 p.m. This year we are pleased to welcome Valerie Rowsell as the guest musician. Tickets are £3.00 to include refreshments. Contact Barbara on 873690

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Yetminster Methodist Church"1849-2009" ers around the village for details of all Bishop George Browning was the guest these events. In the meantime, for stall speaker at morning worship on Sunday, enquiries phone Ray Drewett on 873719, 10th May, as members celebrated the for Quiz and Jubilate tickets phone Frank Driver on 873690, and for Yetties tickets 160th Anniversary of the founding of Yetphone Ron Page on 872940. We need minster Methodist Church. volunteers to help out on Fair day, so if The occasion also marked the compleyou can spare some time please contact tion of a ramp to provide disabled access, Garth Hentley on 873239. replacing the main entrance steps. Celebrations were concluded with lunch for 30 Will these books get your goat? at the local White Hart Inn. At Yetminster Fair on 11th July there will be a stall selling books, hardback and Yetminster Fair 2009 The Fair this year will be held on Saturday paperback, all in good condition. The 11th July, from 1pm to 6pm, and will fea- stall's proceeds will go to Valerie Brownture over 100 stalls in the High Street and ing (sister of Bishop George, our Rector. in the Marquee. There will be music and They will be meeting in Ethiopia in July dancing provided by Durnovaria Silver when this money, and more from other Band, Wessex Highlanders Pipe Band, Yet- local fund-raising events, will be handed minster Irish Dancers and No Mean Feet. over. Valerie has told us that by far the There will be childrens' entertainment, most effective use for it is to buy goats for lots of food and drink, and the White Hart local families: these very special animals will be open all day. In all, an excellent thrive in this area - one of the most defamily day out. In the evening there will manding environments in Africa - and that be a Yetties concert in the Marquee start- they act as food, drink, currency, barter and the everyday economic survival of ing at 8pm.

Before the Fair, on Thursday 9th July, families. the singing group 'Jubilate' will be giving a · So, do let us have any books that you concert in Yetminster Methodist Church can spare (good condition please!) to help at 7pm. On Friday 10th July the Fair Quiz in this very worthwhile cause. Contact Night will be in the Church Hall, starting at Stuart Grant (873261) or Liz Dobb 7pm. The Fair weekend will conclude with (873234) to arrange for collection. the Animal Blessing service in the Mar- · … and do visit our Fair stall either to quee on Sunday 12th July, and a Choral browse or buy - or even to give the fundEvensong in the church. Look out for post- ing for one of those very special goats!

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Yetminster Fair Association 6th Annual Picnic Quiz in the Church Hall Friday, 10th July 7.00pm for 7.30pm start Tables - Maximum of Four Players £2.50 per player.

Don’t Forget your £1?

Bring your own Picnics/Dinners Tickets now available from Frank on 873690

Valerie Browning and the Afar Pastoralist Development Association (ASPA) She has lived nomadically in the Afar Province of Ethiopia since 1972, when she was 22 years old and a qualified nurse.

She has made a huge difference to the Afar people - some of the most underprivileged in the world. She and her team, comprising teachers and health workers, move around with the community and work within their culture. (Also she is married to an elder of the tribe.)

The people never have enough proper food to eat; they are susceptible to cholera, typhoid, malaria, and anaemia and they are marginalized in Ethiopian society.

Valerie and APDA target literacy as they key to improved health. They work and live within the culture, empowering the people to make decisions for themselves, since it is an Afar characteristic not to be dependent but liking to deal with their own problems. Valerie and her husband have established ASBA to deliver health and literacy programmes to the 1.5 million to 2 million nomads in northern Ethiopia's Afar Region, bordering Djibouti

and Eritrea in the Horn of Africa. For more information go to www.apdaethiopia.org The Hundred of Yetminster History Society WANTED To complete the History Society's archive of all the Wriggle Valley Magazines from issue number one, we would like to acquire the following items, missing from a collection recently bequeathed to us.

Issues: 1-60, 93, 102, 108, 113, 117, 121-125 and 128 plus months after October 2002. We believe that the magazines are a valuable collation of local news of possible value to researchers in the years to come.

Can you help?

Please contact David Fogden at Cross Farmhouse.

Yetminster Film Nights Films will be shown again in St Andrew’s Hall, Yetminster, on Thursdays 17th September, 15th October and 19th November at 7.30pm with doors opening at 7.00pm. Tickets will be on sale during the fortnight before each show from the Oak House Stores. Ticket prices will be £5 with a free choc ice! It is an immense help if tickets are bought in advance to get an idea of numbers for seating etc. although tickets can be bought at the door on the night.

Hopefully those of you who supported the film nights so well earlier this year will encourage even more people to come and enjoy this autumn’s films especially as we are now hoping not to have to use any of the hard plastic chairs! There is a good crop of films for this autumn and we may 27

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possibly be opening the season with “The Young Victoria” but at the time of going to print this has yet to be confirmed so watch this space in the September issue when all three films will have been decided.

Sue Eadon

Churchyard Tidy-up Saturday 4th July If you are able and have a little time to spare between 10am and 12 noon please come along and join our willing team in the churchyard, you will be made most welcome. Coffee/tea and biscuits will be served.

Duck racing a success The local NSPCC fund raising group would like to thank all who braved the chill Bank Holiday Monday weather to cheer on the ducks as they dawdled down the Wriggle River and enjoy the many other events or generously donated in lieu of their attendance. The group would also like to acknowledge the kindness of those who loaned equipment. Our warm gratitude is also extended to the many willing helpers who make the event possible. The NSPCC have received the grand total raised amounting to a staggering £680.00 Many thanks, Jackie and Peter Park

Empowered by The Holy Spirit – A Pentecostal Confirmation Pentecost (still known to many as

Whit. Sunday), on the 31st May was celebrated at St Andrew’s Church, Yetminster with a Deanery confirmation service. On a lovely sunny evening, welcomed by a full bell-ringing team and Bishop George, magnificently mitred for this very special occasion, 30 candidates from across the deanery were presented for confirmation.

They were supported by a congregation that completely filled the church.

There were 11 candidates from Yetminster, nine confirmed at this service and two at Hermitage the following Sunday.

Bishop George gave a short address, MarParish Walks garet Browning led the intercessions and Wednesday, 1st July at 2.15 p.m.

Organist Simon Eadon accompanied the Tuesday, 4th August at 2.15 p.m. singing. The whole congregation took Meet at Higher Farm. All enquiries: Betty part in the candidates’ first communion.

Evans 814545 It was a memorable and joyful act of corporate worship, and a very moving Yetminster Fair Association one. At the close of the service, each 50 Club April Draw newly-confirmed member of the church st was given a lighted candle and fittingly 1 Prize £50 No. 27 Mr J Doble exhorted to “Shine as a light in the world, 2nd Prize £30 No. 39 Mr S Cridland to the glory of God the Father”.

3rd Prize £20 No. 40 Mrs A James After the service excellent refreshments provided by members of the con50 Club May Draw gregation were served in the Church Hall by the Mothers Union 1st Prize £50 No. 44 Mr J Bayfield 2nd Prize £30 No. 48 Mrs P Hart 3rd Prize £20 No. 6 Mrs L Manaton 29

St Andrew’s Church at the Fair Saturday, 11 July - Our usual stalls at the bottom of Queen Street with cakes, produce and all kinds of goodies and a superb hamper raffle in aid of our local hospice.

In the Church: A Celebration with Flowers – 2.00pm Organ Music, 3.00pm Irish Dancers, 3.45pm Organ Music.

Sunday, 12th July - 11.00am Animal service in the marquee. Choral Evensong in St Andrew’s Church at 6.30pm - followed by refreshments.

Valerie Rowsell The Chippy John and Lorraine have many years experience owning fish and chip outlets and have always used frozen at sea Cod and Haddock which are caught in the far Northern seas by a group of 20 trawlers and frozen within minutes of being caught.

The stocks of fish in these areas have increased by 70% as a result of careful fishing The chips are supplied frozen by a Belgian company and again the quality is acknowledged to be the finest in Europe.

They also provide a full range of products as per their menu (see advert) Add these top quality products to Lorraine and Johns expertise in frying and you can see why their popularity is growing every week.

All food is cooked to order to ensure the freshness and crispness so be prepared to wait a while or order by phone and collect.

WANTED community school governor at St Andrews School, Yetminster.

Your support and help in running this School is of enormous value to the teachers and more importantly the pupils. This vacancy is open to anyone who lives or works locally or others who are committed to 'the good government and success of the school' The responsibilities are to: 1) Attend meetings regularly 2) Support the Governing Body through membership of one of its committees or take on responsibility outside those committees.

3) Provide feedback to the Governing Body and if necessary draft documents for approval.

4) Set up regular liaison with a member of staff where that governor is responsible for monitoring a particular curriculum area.

5) Attend courses and provide feedback to the Governing Body.

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Beer Mill Mead Village Picnic lenge and may be putting themselves at On Saturday, 6th June, there was a risk of falls or injury. There is a cost of Picnic at Beer Mill Mead where 17 hardy £8.50 per session and a one off charge of villagers from Leigh braved the windy £10 to purchase the equipment needed. overcast weather to picnic in the conser- Appointments are made on a regular basis vation area. They enjoyed a tour of the to enable your feet to be comfortable. site, with explanations about what flora, Some medical conditions ie: diabetes, birds and wildlife lived there. The site was Warfarin or Steroid treatment are excluddry so we were able to walk right through ed from the service. it. If anyone knows For further inHOLNEST CHURCH what is enlarging the formation and to book holes of the nest boxes, an appointment please FLOWER FESTIVAL FETE AND CREAM TEAS is it woodpeckers or contact Debbie SimpSAT: 1st AUGUST squirrels, then please son on 07971338991.

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Despite the appallSUN: 2nd AUGUST People are reminding weather we raised FROM 2.30PM ed to please come to £110. 50 for diabetic reCHURCH OPEN AND CREAM the coffee morning with search.

TEAS Bring and Buy that is to SONGS OF PRAISE 6.30PM raise funds for Beer Mill Ride & Stride 2009 Mead. It will be held at Look out for a naStanley and Ella Waterfall’s on Wednes- tional campaign this year, launched by a well-known celebrity. day 29th July from 10:00am.

The Ride, which in the last few Kevin Waterfall years has done very well in Dorset and made it possible for Dorset Historic Give Your Feet a Treat Older people in the Yetminster and Churches Trust to make grants approachsurrounding areas are stepping out to ing £100,000 towards the cost of the re"Treat Their Feet" thanks to a new scheme pair of our beautiful and historic churches run by Age Concern Dorchester to provide (in the Wriggle Valley alone Batcombe, a toenail cutting service at Yetminster Chetnole, Hermitage and Yetminster have Health Centre. Many people find that get- had recent grants), will be on Saturday ting down to cut toenails is quite a chal- 12th September. The day of the Ride is 39

traditionally fine and nothing could be more enjoyable than riding or walking through our lovely countryside, visiting our beautiful churches and raising money to help them at the same time.

If you don't know who is your parish organiser log on to nationalchurchestrust website to find out, or download a sponsorship form directly; or get in touch with Patrick Moule after the end of July 872447 Oliver Lindsay Clare, Victoria, Mark and Fiona would like to thank everyone for their wonderful cards, flowers and letters after Oliver's sad but peaceful death recently we have been completely overwhelmed by so many friends and neighbours kindness to us all. I will answer them all in time but so far we have received over 350, so forgive me if it takes a while! As a family we are blessed in having had a wonderful husband and father for 44 years - a kind, gentle and loving man who loved a party and had a great sense of humour. He will be sorely missed by us all.

A special thank you to all at St Andrew's Church for the uplifting and beautiful funeral service in May. Thank you one and all.

"Radiologists: What do They Do?" Ever wondered what happens when you have an X-ray or an MRI Scan? What are the radiologists looking for? Well now there is an opportunity to find out - Jeremy Hacking, Consultant Radiologist, Yeovil Hospital will be giving a presentation atLeigh Village Hall, Leigh, nr Sherborne on Tuesday, 7th July 2009 6.30pm refreshments, 7.00pm presentation, Q&A, 8.00pm close

Free admission - everyone welcome Contact: Nicola Webber, Membership Coordinator, Yeovil District Hospital 01935 384753 to book

‘What is the Alexander Technique?’

Are you sitting comfortably? Actually, that is a good place to start – are you slumped in a chair? Are your legs crossed? Are you straining your eyes and craning your neck forward to read? How is your breathing? How much attention do we pay to how we use our body?

One of Alexander’s principles is that how we use our body affects our physical and mental wellbeing.

A bad back, shoulder pain, sciatica, bad knee, RSI, inappropriate reactions to stress, anxiety and depression, and breathing problems are all examples of what can happen when you are not using your body correctly. If you are interested in learning how to put a stop to many day to day discomforts, increasing energy levels and regaining control of your body for good; you will benefit from the Alexander technique.

Please call Erica Edes to regain control 07980640951/01935 872897

THE JOLIN GALLERY John and Linda invite you not to MISS an award winning Exhibition of Dorset Coast and Countryside Paintings

by KEITH CAST from the 9th July 2009 Many special offers available during FAIR day on gifts etc in our Gallery Why not visit John at our stand in the marquee on Fair Day and view some of the many Royal Navy Ship pictures, crests and memorabilia.

Jolin Gallery, High Street, Yetminster (01935 873044)

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To the Editor Dear Madam I was sad to read in the last WVM that two of our gallant "village reporters" will be handing over to new representatives now - Richard from Batcome and Gordon from Chetnole has each written his last newsy communiquĂŠ! Every month they caused me to chuckle over amusingly reported incidents and homely little snippets of personal news. I felt cheered by their warmth and obvious affection for their villages. How lucky we are to have had their out-pourings!

I always started with the Batcome and Chetnole news before reading the magazine from cover to cover. (What a good read it is too - full of interest and information for everyone and keeping us all in touch.)

I am sorry that you are passing over your pens, Richard and Gordon, but I want to thank you very much for the pleasure and entertainment you have given us.

Enjoy your free time! God bless you, Elizabeth Heaven (Thank you for your kind comments. Ed)

Dear Editor Although Bishop George Browning and his wife Margaret have only been with us a short time I feel there are many residents of the Benefice who would wish to contribute to a farewell present to them both.

Contributions may be put in the collecting boxes in the Oakhouse Stores or the Post Office Yetminster, Chetnole Post Office or Leigh Garage shop or sent to the Wriggle Valley Benefice hon treasurer, Harvey Robotham at Pencarrow Church Path, Queen Street, Yetminster. Cheques

should be made out to the Wriggle Valley Benefice.

Yours Faithfully Henry Batten, Vice chairman, Wriggle Valley Benefice Church Wardens Group Wriggle Valley Players A note from the retiring Chairman: I was relatively new to the village of Chetnole in the mid nineties and one night after a play reading my Mother came home to say that she had got a part in a play. The only trouble was they had just enough people for the cast but no one to direct or organise.

Loving drama at school I said I would be more than happy to help out if they thought I had the skills, I did and then I was hooked. In the following ten years I have been involved with many productions from acting choreographer, director and chairman.

They have been some of the most memorable times of my life, with laughter, tears but above all the meeting of some fantastic people.

I have now unfortunately had to move on to pastures new but there will always be a place in my heart for the people and the achievements of the Wriggle Valley Players.

Chris Holman A letter from the new Chairman May I first of all introduce myself, I am Jim Aldhouse; I moved from Kent to the wonderful Wriggle Valley a year ago after a career as a Drama teacher, the high point of my retirement though is that I have been elected as the chairman of the Wriggle Valley Players. I was lucky enough 43

to have been able to play the Wizard in the recent production of the Wizard of Oz so you may have seen me ad libbing while the fire alarm was turned off!!

Before I talk about the future I would like to thank Chris Holman for his tireless work with the society over the last 12 years. He has been a remarkable performer, director and Chairman and I know it is only pressure of work which drags him away from the society he loves. Never mind Chris, when you’re as old as I am you can retire, return and take over the society all over again! There will be a celebration of Chris’s time with the society on the 11th July and I hope we will see you there.

(There will be an American theme… Cowboy outfits, Easy Rider costumes.. it is a Drama society after all…)

As I write there is much discussion about the next performance the society will mount but I can announce that a directed play reading of Dylan Thomas’s “Under Milkwood” will be undertaken on September 8th at 7.30 in Chetnole Village Hall and I hope as many people can get

there as possible. Just bring your own copy. At the end of the reading the new performance piece will be announced and the audition process outlined.

I cannot hope to stand in Chris’s shoes, he’s taller than me, but I do hope to lead the society in successful and enjoyable outcomes of all sorts so it can continue to be a positive and thriving part of our Wriggle Valley culture and community.

Jim Aldhouse Chair Wriggle Valley Players Intervillage 2009 Please see details on page 39 of all events.

Please note: There will be a BBQ on the Chetnole Playing field directly after the rounders and boules matches at 7.00pm. All are welcome as long as sausages and hamburgers last!! Presentation of the cup will be after the Quiz at the White Hart on Sunday 13th.

Any questions, alterations and/or additions please call Julian Turnbull 07935 873846 or email: julian.turnbull@virgin.net

£8 including refreshments

Proceeds to help maintain Melbury Bubb Church

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Leonard Grose 01935 872043

Kim Pagnell 01935 813616

Terry Fellows 01935 872262

Terry Fellows 01935 872262

Rob Barfoot 01935 873306

BOULES

CROQUET

SHORT MAT BOWLS

FOOTBALL Boys & Girls

QUIZ

TENNIS

CRICKET Fathers & Sons

Catherine Foster 01935 872751

John Strover 01935 872437

Ian Partridge 01935 872544

Duncan Moore 01963 210154

Claire Macleod Ash 01935 872243

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Ian Wood 01935 873022

Robin Wilson 01935 872982

GOLF

Gordon Ratcliffe 01935 872966

Julian Turnbull 01935 873846

Kevin Roberts 01935 872784

Mark Overton-Fox 01935 872358

Kerry Straughan 01935 83563

John Tatchell 01963 210520

Gordon Ratcliffe 01935 872966

Julian Bennett 01935 872806

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Yetminster Tennis Club

Chetnole Cricket Club

Yetminster Sports Club

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Yetminster Sports Club

Chetnole Playing Field

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IN MEMORY OF JACK WILDE - 1913 TO 2009 Jack was born in Blackpool but the family moved to Sheffield when he was 8 and he excelled at school winning a scholarship to Imperial College London where he obtained a first in Zoology. He then was awarded a colonial scholarship to the Royal Veterinary College and qualified in 1940. He was turned down for the army due to the importance of his work and went out to Tanganyka as a research vet working on Rinderpest and immunisation campaigns.

In 1945 he returned on leave and married Kathy. She sailed out to join him later and both their sons were born there. In 1952 they spent time in Nigeria and Kenya where Jack set up a research centre for the Wellcome Foundation. He founded the Kenya Art Society and painted avidly.

In 1970 they returned to Edinburgh University where Jack became a Lecturer teaching graduate students of tropical veterinary medicine. On retirement in 1977 they moved first to Somerset and then to Leigh in 1983. Here he threw himself into village life. He inaugurated the Art Show, joined the PCC, helped with the restoration of the Church Bells, and took up short mat bowls. He helped with fund raising for the new Leigh Village Hall and wrote three books.

Latterly, with his health failing, he was wonderfully looked after in his own home.

He finally moved to The Old Vicarage where he died peacefully the day after his 96th birthday.

Kathy predeceased him by several years and he is survived by their two sons, James and Peter.

John Tuke

Jack seen here with his ‘Mafeking’ mastetr piec e at the old Village Hall

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Parlez-vous franรงais?

As we have said times over the last few years, our children are extremely fortunate with the amount of opportunities available to them in their schooling life, many more than we did as children. We now teach French as a Modern Foreign Language from Year 3 upwards (age 7 years); Year 5 and 6 have been learning for the last 14 years, many years before it became compulsory in primary schools.

This is achieved in the most entertaining way possible using music and video to enhance their learning. In addition to the language itself, the children learn all about France, the people and their way of life. The linguistic tendrils travel even further down the school in the form of songs and games in a French lunchtime club.

Our year 6 children, having survived their SATs are having the most wonderful time in the Weymouth Sailing Academy as we speak, sailing, raft building and other exciting outdoor activities on the very spot where our contribution to the 2012

Olympics will be taking place. This really gives the children the chance to bond and enjoy the last few weeks of their primary school life. At school, they are taking part in loads of sporting activities and a mini Business and Enterprise Project organised by the Gryphon School which teaches them to be budding Bransons and to raise money towards their Year Book. They will also be preparing themselves for their theatrical swan song in the form of Bugsy Malone which should be great fun. We will miss you all and we wish you well for the future.

We would also like to opportunity to say good bye and thank you to Phil Hall who has been our Class 6 teacher for the last six years who will be retiring. Good luck in all you do.

Check up on this and other stories by looking at our website http://www.standrewsyetminster.org. uk/ Use the contact us link to let us know what you think of the site!

Bella Neate-Clegg

Year 6 having a great time

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Gardening Tips for July Let’s hope for a better July than in the last two years as this is one of the months when we should really be relaxing and enjoying our gardens. Meals out should be taken literally, a friendly BBQ, coffee at dusk watching the bats. Breakfast on the patio starts the day brilliantly. You’ve put lots of work into your garden. This is payback time.

A few relevant tips for your July garden pottering could include…… ·

Keep feeding your container plants.

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Check your slug protection is in order

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Lift new potatoes

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Trees that have been planted recently (up to 2 years) may still require help in hot, dry weather so don’t forget to give them the occasional soaking.

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Roses and shrubs can also suffer from hot dry weather and succumb to mildew so treat appropriately

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Increase watering and feeding of crops in containers such as tomatoes

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Pinch out outdoor tomatoes when 4 trusses have formed

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Keep the fruit garden well weeded so that the weeds do not compete with your plants for vital moisture and nutrients

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Lift, divide and replant congested flag irises after flowering

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Deadhead border perennials like delphiniums and lupins to encourage a second flush of blooms

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Carefully pick dead flower heads off rhododendrons; also deadhead roses

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Water all ericaceous (lime-hating) shrubs, including camellias and rhododendrons, with a generous helping of sequestrene plant tonic specially formulated for acid lovers

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Tie in developing stems of dahlias to supports

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July can be a hot month. Don’t forget the odd bowl of water for wildlife drinks and bathing Tom Withycombe

With thanks and acknowledgements to Gardening Which, The Kitchen Garden, BBC Gardener’s World and The Royal Horticultural Society

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It is essential therefore that as quickly Dear Friends, As I write, the debate concerning as possible a high level of respect and members of parliament has caused much trust re-emerge between those who hold sorrow and cynicism in the wider commu- office and the general public. I speak from many years in public office in the Church. nity.

It is a truism that leadership almost Humility must be one of the most obvious always reflects the membership. If our virtues in every leader, for everyone is leaders have acted in a manner which has less than perfect and no one can live up to disappointed, then it is unfortunately true the full expectations laid upon them. Howthat given the same environment, many ever, if there is genuine humility and it is of us in the wider community would have clear that those who hold office consider acted with the same self interest. We themselves servant leaders then they dehave to acknowledge, with some humility, serve our respect, encouragement and that a general culture of squeezing what- trust.

May God grace and strengthen those ever personal advantage one can out of any circumstance is very prevalent in our who hold public office, may they be inconsumer driven society. Rejection of, or spired to serve, may the task be valued for apathy to Christianity has left a wide gulf itself rather than for its financial reward; where virtue and value are barely under- may we all contribute to and honour a stood let alone honoured; for no other culture from which leaders emerge with value system has taken its place. the capacity to draw us beyond ourselves It is quite possible that this very sad to a common good of generosity, justice, situation will be the catalyst for much and peace. needed reform, creating a more transparBishop George Browning ent and healthy atmosphere. If this is to happen we all need to participate positive- Yetminster Methodist Church ly in the outcome.

"SOMETHING FISHY" Good, strong, inspiring, leadership is A recent car journey took much longessential at all levels of society. It will be er than expected - lots of Stop/Go traffic an absolute tragedy if, as a result of these congestion, more road works in progress last weeks, fewer good people offer them- than usual, etc. Most drivers were patient selves for public office. People in public and kept in line. However, there's always office are vulnerable because they are one! Undeterred by the slow moving open to a more intense level of scrutiny queues and single line restrictions, he than most of us have ever had to endure. darted in and out of traffic, no signals, not In this environment they can only offer observing the special speed limits entheir gifts and skills to the maximum, if route and even overtaking on double they know that they will be treated with white lines. fairness and respect.

Whilst being annoyed by his driving antics, I was also saddened to see the 51

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Christian symbol - a FISH - displayed on the back of his car! It occurred to me "What does that sort of driving say about how Christians go about their daily lives?"

A friend once confessed "I used to have a FISH on my car, then I got to thinking about how I drive, and took it off!"

Then I wondered about myself. I also have a FISH on the tailgate of my car.

Hopefully, it acts as a reminder that my driving behaviour should be worthy of that Christian symbol. So does our faith show? Not just how we drive, or how patiently we queue on occasions, but how we lead our lives, always.

When Jesus called two fishermen Simon (Peter) and Andrew to be his disciples, he said to them "I will make you fishers of men" (Mark 1:17).

Let's not remove that FISH. Let your faith show. Keep the FISH displayed.

James tells us "Faith without deed is dead, meaningless" (James 2:26). Gone Fishing!

John Nile WEDNESDAY CLUB As you may be are aware we are an inter-denominational Christian group which meets every Wednesday during term time from 3.10pm - 4pm in St Andrew's School, Yetminster. We take children from the age of 6 until they leave to go on to secondary education. We are always needing more teachers and helpers, so if you feel you would like to help in any way, do please contact me on 01935 873726. We will be finishing off the term with a party on Wednesday 1st July. I have been very grateful to Bishop George for his support during the time he has been here and we will miss him.

Anne Reason

Service and Preachers for July Sunday, 5th July Sunday,

12th

Mr J. Nile

July Mr C. Harris

Sunday, 19th July Mr D. Tackley Sunday, 26th July Rev. Linda Barriball (Holy Communion) All services commence at 10.30 a.m.

Refreshments are served after each service. A warm welcome awaits you.

From the Registers: Marriages: Yetminster Thomas Michael Ladyman to Clare Elizabeth Baptisms: Chetnole Williams Aimee-Lauren Gillman Melody Lana Gillman Hayden Lee Gillman Ruth Maddison Chambers Leigh Daisy Gillibrand Hilfield Oscar Cobran Slava Wynn Leto Funerals: Batcome Julia Phillips Leigh Jack Wilde Yetminster Oliver Lindsay Carl Blakey Elaine Torrance Annie Ennes Roena Brain (Yeovil Crematorium) Joan Gashin (Yeovil Crematorium)

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2.30 pm 6.00 pm 10.00 am

6.30 pm TaizĂŠ Service

9.45 am Holy Communion

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Holy Communion Healing Service Mothers and Toddlers

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11.15 am Matins

SUNDAY SERVICES FOR JULY 2009 th th th 5 12 19 Fourth Sunday Fifth Sunday Sixth Sunday after Trinity after Trinity after Trinity 9.45 am Holy Communion 8.00 am Holy 9.45 am Praise and 11.00 am Communion (BCP) Prayer Family Service with Baptism 6.30 pm Evensong 10.30 am Praise Service

Sherborne Tennis Club New members welcome!

For Junior supervised Club sessions Junior and Adult Squads Junior and Adult coaching Easter and summer holiday camps Contact Matt Long on 07974 964470 Stu Wilson on 07825 660781 For Adult and Junior Membership info contact Meg Crothers on 0845 456 3591 Or log on to www.sherbornetennis.com

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Leigh Weather Watch - April/May 2009 "That God once loved a garden we learn in Holy writ.

And seeing gardens in the Spring I well can credit it."

Winifred Mary Letts After one of the coldest winters for many years, Spring 2009 provided a welcome change and the village's gardens sprang back to life. Temperatures were often well above average, and the 2007/8 trend to heavier rainfall went into reverse.

Warmer than usual Although April's hottest day (20.7C/69F) was cooler than in some years, the nights were milder than usual and average temperatures were 11% above normal, averaging 9.8C (50F). Minimum temperatures were 16% warmer than usual, at 3.8C (39F) instead of 3.3 (38F). May saw some real summer temperatures, with a high of 26.6C (80F). Overall, the average for the month was 2% above average, at 12.2C (54F).

Much less rain Rainfall in April was 33% less than usual (49mm/1.9 in.), but May beat this by having only 33mm (1.3 in.) - half the usual amount. The total for the year so far is now 292mm (11.5 in.) or 16% less than usual.

Plenty of sunshine April and May both had only 3 days without measurable sunshine, and the total sun hours for 2009 are already 26% above average. April had 14% more than usual, and May was 11% up.

Not too windy Neither month had any exceptional windspeeds, the highest being 37mph in April..

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CHURCH FARM HOUSE, STILE WAY. External alterations, extension & new vehicular access. (Full) Progress: APPROVED. CHURCH FARM HOUSE, STILE WAY. Demolish Brick store. Make in ternal & external alterations. New extension. (Listed Building Con sent) Progress: APPROVED. GALPINS FARM, WRIGGLE RIVER LANE. Replacement garage & ex tension. (Full) Progress: APPROVED GALPINS FARM, WRIGGLE RIVER LANE Replacement garage & ex tension. (Listed Building Consent) Progress: APPROVED. COURT FARM, STILE WAY. Agricultural worker’s dwelling. (Outline) NEWLANDS COTTAGE, WRIGGLE RIVER LANE. Single-storey exten sion. (Listed Building Consent) Progress: APPROVED. NEWLANDS COTTAGE, WRIGGLE RIVER LANE. Single-storey exten sion. (Full) Progress: APPROVED. BOWHAYES, BATCOMBE LANE. Sun room (Full) THURLANDS, BATCOMBE LANE. Proposed extensions and new tim ber-framed garage. Modify existing vehicular access. (Full) PARK VIEW. Ground floor and first floor extensions. (Full). Progress: APPROVED CHURCH FARM. Change of use (including alterations) of building from agricultural use to spring water collection and bottling plant.

KNAPP FARM, LOAD LANE. Erect agricultural worker’s dwelling to replace mobile home.(Full)

Leigh 1/D/09/0676: HOLLY TREE FARM. Extension and double garage. (Full) Ryme Intrinseca 1/D/09/0234: SPRINGFIELD, MELBURY ROAD. Replace outbuilding. (Full) Progress: APPROVED. Yetminster 1/D/08/2154: RWM LIMITED, CHETNOLE ROAD. Erect external lights. (Full) Progress: APPROVED. 1/D/09/0190: ST.FRANCIS COTTAGE, MILL LANE. Two-storey extension. (Full) Progress: REFUSED. 1/D/09/0350: 31, ST.OSMUND CLOSE. Single-storey extension. (Full) Progress: APPROVED. 1/D/09/0423: MEADOWAY, CHETNOLE ROAD. Retain security gate. (Full) Progress: APPROVED. 1/D/09/0850: LAUREL COTTAGE, BRISTER END. Demolish garage & new two storey side extension. (Full) Ron 57 Page

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Leigh WI Our meeting at the end of March was time for celebration as Leigh’s WI held it's annual Birthday 'party'. Firstly we were entertained by the Yetminster Irish Dancers who performed many jigs and reels with grace and precision and then members enjoyed a delicious celebration supper.

The AGM was held on 28th April 2009. The President, Heather Baldock, thanked the committee for their hard work and everyone for making WI meetings so successful and such fun. Particular mention was made to her secretary, Jill Evans and treasurer, Barbara Driver for their support and Sue Yeatman and Jackie Jolliffe for the exquisite birthday posies.

During the year members have enjoyed theatre trips, skittle evenings, a luncheon club held every other month, walks, and coffee mornings. The treasurer reported that monies raised during the year had been used to buy china and other equipment for the new hall kitchen.

The President and all committee members were willing to stand and were duly reelected for the coming year. Forthcoming events included a trip to Bristol glass and a boat trip on the River Exe. Lis Clark At our May meeting we had the most fascinating talk by Chris Shaw entitled "Gorillas in our Midst". Chris went to Rwanda in 2003 on an organised trip to the Parc des Volcans to see the mountain gorillas which had been made famous by Diane Fossey who had been appalled by the fact that the gorilla population was being deci-

mated by poachers and also that their habitat was being destroyed. Diane then made a film called "Gorillas in the Mist" about the centre she had founded there, which inspired Chris to go on this adventure with her husband. It was not a trip for the faint hearted as they had to camp en route in very basic conditions to the volcano and then hack their way for 2½ hours up the volcano through the trees to see the gorillas. Her group were lucky enough to see a large silver back, a black back and several little ones at very close quarters. After her talk she showed us some photos of her trip and answered questions - a truly inspirational evening.

There is a WI BBQ on Saturday, 25th July at 6pm in Les & Connie Wallis' garden (spouses are invited too!). Please let Jill Evans know either by phone 873172 or email before 11th July if you wish to come - it should be a great evening.

We meet on the last Tuesday of each month at 7.30pm in Leigh’s village hall. All visitors will be made very welcome. If you would like more information please contact either Heather Baldock on 01935 873880 or Jill Evans on 01935 873172.

Anne Reason Hermitage-Hilfield Women's Institute On a beautiful June evening all members and two guests attended to hear Mr G Bartlett's talk, his subject being "Music in Every Home". The talk was demonstrated by his large collection of musical boxes.

Music boxes were first made in Switzerland in 1800. Germany followed, as did the U.S.A., coming to Lancashire in 1900.

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called "Nipper", Nipper being pictured on the H.M.V. record labels. Great interest was shown in this very enjoyable talk and demonstration. Liz Cozens expressed members' thanks.

Five members visited the Blue Glass Factory at Bristol, organized by the Group

Hilfield Friary on Tuesday, 7th July.

Christine Dickerson

Committee. Discussion about the 60th anniversary of the W.I. was held.

The July meeting will be at the Friary, walking in the Secret Garden.

Another date for the diary will be

back in October and we came 4th out of 9 clubs. We had Mark Read do a talk on his visit to Australia and New Zealand, then we had a trip to badger brewery. We also had a bit of doughnut making and then there was the calf show. We had an Easter egg hunt, and then a county sport competition and we raised a fair amount of money on our charity walk. We had a 5-aside football match. Then there was a mock form auction in which we won a shield, we also hosted the county rally and we won the best small club at the rally.

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Friday, 25th September, for the world's biggest Coffee Morning in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support. This will be held in the Village Hall.

An illustrated talk, "The Blizzard of '78 - the Snow Storm that Buried Dorset", by well-known weather man Mark Ching,

H & H Young Farmers Club The year started with a bang with fireworks and a BBQ, then we got the results from our harvest supper

will be held on Tuesday, 1st September at 7.30 p.m. in Hermitage Village Hall. Admission £1.00, to include tea and biscuits.

Hosted by the WI. Sylvia Coffin Yetminster & Ryme Garden, Art & Craft Society “I haven’t had so much fun for ages” In May the Society had an outing to Waysaid our speaker, Colin Dean, at the May ford Manor. This was a beautiful spring garden full of delights particularly for the meeting of the W.I. His talk was to have been ‘A Male explorer. In June we had a highly informaSpeakers view of the W.I.’ but we weren’t tive talk with slides about clematis given really sure if he ever got round to it! He by Everett Leeds. In July we will be having asked questions and showed an interest an all day coach outing to Chiffchaffs and in our activities but he also encouraged us Snape Cottage Gardens. to share anecdotes and memories. This led to much hilarity, so much so that Mr. Dean said ‘you really don’t need speakers when you all have such interesting things to say‘. I’m sure this was all a cunning ploy on his part.

What a pity we don’t have more members to enjoy evenings like this.

The next meeting is an outing to

Summer Show The society is holding its annual Summer Show on Saturday 15th August at 2.00pm in St Andrew’s Hall, Yetminster.

Tea and cake will be served throughout the afternoon and there will be a Grand Raffle. Admission to the show is 50p for adults, accompanied children free. The 60

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had to hold it in the hall. Nevertheless most people seemed to enjoy it partaking in a game of bingo, well organised by callers June White and Stanley Waterfall, a short quiz, and some hardy folk ventured outside to take part in a game of clock golf. Not quite what was planned but nonetheless enjoyable.

Wriggle Valley Women’s Group In the next edition of the Wriggle ValIn April we welcomed Ian Smith who ley Magazine there will be a report on the gave a most interesting presentation “The Summer Sale held on 20th June and the Arrive Alive Road Safety Presentation” outing on 1st July. Till then have a lovely and answered many driving questions summer. from the audience.

Pauline Harley, Chairman In May we visited Goose Slade Farm near East Coker. Phil and Liz Dunning wel- Leigh Discussion Club comed us and gave us a fascinating guided Members and friends enjoyed a fine tour around the farm-from the egg, gos- spring day in May at Ottery St Mary’s ling to the goose. We then had refresh- Garden Centre and being farming folk ments before having a look round the there were plenty of comments about the farm shop.

Devon farms we past on the way! After In July members will meet to plan the lunch and the members had loaded their next year’s programme purchases on to the coach, we made our The Women’s Group is open to any- way to Sidmouth for a breath of sea air one in the Benefice who would like to and a ice cream and then travelled home meet likeminded people, to listen to a before dark . speaker, have a cup of coffee and a chat.

Thirty Club members and If you would like more information about friends were invited to the St Francis Frithe group or meetings please phone Pat ary, Hilfield, on a fine June evening where Smith (872553) or Ann Flew (873660) Brother Sam welcomed us and Tuesday Club On 12th May, we enjoyed an illustrated and very interesting talk by Alistair Cook of the Dorset Wildlife organisation.

He spoke on various forms of wildlife, but in particular about the Dorset dormouse, showing us maps of the areas where they mostly live. It was a great insight into the day-to-day existence of these delightful little creatures.

then introduced us to Richard (one of the Friary volunteers ) who explained how he and other young people help to manage gardens and houses where people of all denominations can come for long or short periods and enjoy the peace of the Friary setting. After a stroll around the gardens and a welcome cup of tea members visited the shop for a bit of late night shopping with Sam Penny doing a roaring trade.

Alan Bastone

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Chetnole & Leigh Garden Club May & June are exploration months for the Garden Club as its membership embarks on its (now) annual safari, invading parts of the country where unsuspecting natives awake to find a coach disgorging a band of noisy travellers in their midst. The Garden Club “on tour” is a great experience! This year the population of Hereford and Worcester were the victims as garden raiding parties sallied forth from the comfort of the Talbot Hotel in quiet Leominster to cause mayhem in the local gardening attractions of the Van Kampen Gardens at Hampton Court (another one), Stockton Bury, Westonbury Mill and Hergest Croft. Having pillaged and plundered the gardens, plant stalls and tearooms of these beautiful facilities, the group then turned its attention to the RHS Show at Malvern where most submerged themselves in the overwhelming beauty of the wondrous plants on display.

Others preferred to in-

vade the Gardeners World TV set in the (successful) hope of gaining television exposure. At this point tribute should be paid to two persons – Ken Madgwick for his indefatigable efforts on behalf of the group in arranging this most enjoyable trip. The second is a man called Mike.

Mike is the coach driver who transported the group on the journey. Mike it was who reversed his vehicle through the maze of narrow one way streets which is downtown Leominster. Mike it was who stored the huge number of plants in the belly of his coach – the final number exceeded 100 – and didn’t mix it up with the baggage which was also down below. Mike was superb and should be out of rehab soon.

Another hugely enjoyable evening expedition took place in early June to the wonderful garden of the Pring Family in Lower Severalls, Somerset followed by an excellent dinner at the Helyar Arms.

members of the Chetnole & Leigh Garden Club

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Chetnole Chuckers Boules Club The Dorset PĂŠtanque League is now well under way. Chetnole is one of 8 participating teams, making a total of 14 matches (home and away) to be played during the season. Last year Chetnole

Home win against Verwood, 3-1 Away draw against Sturminster Newton, 2-2 Home win against Sherborne, 4-0 Away win against Shaftesbury, 1-3 Home draw against Poole, 2-2 rd Away draw against Piddlehinton, 2-2 reached a creditable 3 place and we are Home win against Dorchester, 3-1 hoping at least to match that this year.

Away win against Verwood, 4-0 We are off to a good start, having played 8 matches We look so far forward without to the redefeat. maining The 6 matchscores to es. date are:

Home match against Verwood

Ian Wood

The Hundred of Yetminster History Society COFFEE MORNING Friday 17th July, from 10.30 to 12.00

At Cross Farm, Church Street By kind invitation of Mr and Mrs David Fogden Entrance ÂŁ1 includes Coffee and Biscuits, plus an entrance draw ticket for a Pot Plant Please bring and buy something from our Bring and Buy stall There will also be a grand draw and cake stall This is our only fund raising event so please do come along and support us for a coffee and chat.

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