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TTTHTHHHEEEE PPPAPAAARRRRIIIISSSSHHHHEEEESSSS ooofofff BBBEBEEERRRREEEE PARISH MAGAZINE EDITOR RRREREEEGGGGIIIISSSS aaanannndddd AAAFAFFFFFPPPPUUUUDDDDDDLLLLEEEE Alison Debenham with TURNERSPUDDLE ‘’Culver Dell“, Shitterton, , Wareham, . BH20 7HU The Rev’d Canon Ian Woodward Telephone: 01929 471780 Fax: 01929 472580 The Vicarage, Bere Regis, E-mail: [email protected] BH20 7HQ Tel: (01929) 471262 Producing this magazine each month is a voluntary activity. As I work full time, please do not expect an immediate response to phone messages or e-mails. I Our Vision: usually work on the magazine at weekends, so will try to acknowledge e-mails by the Sunday after they have been sent. To make Christ’s love known in the world today and to live out his teaching *************************************************

Please submit all announcements, copy or advertisements Our Mission: To encourage awareness of the presence of God through worship music to Alison, no later than the 15th of each month. and the arts; To encourage everyone in the Christian faith through example, learning ************************************************* and spiritual growth; To make our churches open and welcoming to all, and supportive of those in need; We regret that late submissions will not be included. To challenge injustice at home and abroad and to balance our care for the environment. ************************************************

Copy can be accepted handwritten, but preferably via e-mail as a Microsoft MAY 2008 Word attachment. Alternatively, a MS Word file on a CD or memory stick is acceptable. THOUGHTS FROM THE VICARAGEICARAGE Please ensure your virus software is fully up to date before e-mailing or Whether we are Church goers or not, there are some things we don’t like to talk supplying on disk. Please do not use underlining , UPPER CASE formatting, or about. include any tables or graphics. For more advice on computer based copy, please ring Alison. All too often I think we take our health services for granted and we don’t sufficiently consider the difficulties they face in deciding the right treatment ********************************************** particularly in the case of terminal illnesses. I was reminded of this when a small number of us from our Parishes recently went on a Diocesan study at Distribution enquiries contact: Sally and Gordon hospital. It had the challenging title of ‘Right to die?’ and though few of us like to acknowledge it, we will all have to face dieing at some time. We were asked Cheeseman, 4 Elder Road, Bere Regis, BH20 7LY. ‘what is it that constitutes a ‘good death’? Understandably it was in answering this Telephone 01929 471022 particular question that the church people scored quite well, because it brought

96 Church website: www.bereregiswith1 .org.uk May 2008 May 2008 in the Christian assurance of our own eternity, compassion and love. The Study Day was also a chance to listen to health care nurses and medics about DATES FOR the ethical and medical and financial challenges they face when patients are confronting potentially terminal illnesses and if and how treatment should be YOUR DIARY administered. We also looked at the challenges of multiple terminal illnesses and later, Euthanasia. We considered a range of ethical imperatives including those of the Greek philosopher Aristotle of 300bc, through Immanuel Kant and David Hume September of the 18 th century to John Stuart Mill of the 19 th century and some 20 th century 1st Wildlife Watch - at Pampered Pigs 4.00 p.m. thinkers too and it was encouraging to realise the depth of study that our doctors 2nd Gardening club, Chrysanthemums, Bob Symes and nurses consider in establishing their professional standards. In the afternoon 6th PiP Perfomer of the Year Competition 7.00 p.m. we looked at the way the amazing technology available to obstetricians these 10th Autumn Leaves - 37th Birthday Lunch 1.00 p.m. days can determine the health of a child long before he or she is born. We saw 3D 14th Dorset Historic Churches Trust Cycle Ride images that revealed amazing details. But what if the child is not healthy, what has to be done? We were taken through the thought processes drawing together the medical evidence and the ethical challenges and the time scales to be October considered. 7th Gardening club, Plum Harvest Supper , slide show by Peter Whittaker 8th Autumn Leaves - A Funny Way to Earn a Living, Bob Fox 2.30 p.m. It was a very stimulating and thought provoking day and I came away affirmed by 18th PiP Jumble sale and mini auction 2.00 p.m. our Christian compassion and our valuing of life that is at the heart of our faith, and with even greater admiration and gratitude for our health services. November 4th Gardening club, Winter in the garden, Simon Goldsack With love and prayers 12th Autumn Leaves - Slides by John England 2.30 p.m. 14th PiP Children in Need 10.00 am - 12.00 noon

December 2nd Gardening club, landscape gardening and Christmas plants

10th Autumn Leaves - Christmas Afternoon 2.30 p.m. 13th PiP Christmas Show 7.00 p.m.

GILBERT AND SULLIVAN CONCERT

Thank you to everybody who provided food for the Gilbert and Sullivan concert in Church last month. We all had a lovely evening and thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. A total of £600 was raised for church funds. Very many thanks from Pat and John.

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May 2008 May 2008 THE PARISHES OF BERE REGIS AND AFFPUDDLE

DATES FOR The Vicar The Rev’d Canon Ian Woodward The Vicarage, Bere Regis, BH20 7HQ YOUR DIARY Tel 01929 471262 ([email protected])

Church Officials – Bere Regis

May Licensed Lay Brenda Pitfield, Hillbutts, Bere Regis, BH20 7HZ 471391 Minister 3rd Church coffee morning at Wareham Town Hall, with cakes and plants 3rd The Yetties in concert, Drax Hall 7.00 p.m. Church Warden Bob Croom, 1, Bitchams Mead, Bere Regis, BH20 7ND 471905 ([email protected]) 6th Gardening club, European Alps and Flowers, Richard Collier 10th Wildlife Watch—visit to Higher Hyde Nature Reserve 10.00 a.m Secretary of PCC Chris Maunder, 15 North Street, Bere Regis BH20 7LA 471342 10th Brianstpuddle Hall, Book Swap Club ([email protected]) 14th Autumn Leaves - Lake District by Richard Collier 2.30 p.m. 17th PiP Performers Summer Concert 3.00 pm and 7.00 pm Treasurer of PCC Gordon Phillips, 102, North Street, Bere Regis BH20 7LD 471525 ([email protected]) 17th Coffee Morning at Launchfield House Organist & Choir Tim Colquhoun, Heatherdown, Brock Hill, BH20 7NH 471360 Master June ([email protected]) Gardening club, Annual outing. Venue and date tbc Weekly Pew Geoffrey Booth, Tower House, Bere Regis BH20 7JA 471586 6th, 7th, 8th Flower Festival at Affpuddle church Sheet &Gift Aid ( [email protected] ) 11th Autumn Leaves - Tour to Sidmouth 10.00 a.m. Flowers Jenny Kinahan, 13,White Lovington, Bere Regis BH20 7NF 472161 14th Brianstpuddle Hall, Book Swap Club ([email protected]) 23rd PiP Village Quiz 7.30 p.m. PCC Members Roger Angel, David Gibbs, John House, Paula Kent, John Scott, Richard Smith July 1st Gardening club, Lady Brewer, Babs Dodwell Church Officials – Affpuddle 5th Affpuddle Church fete and Dog Show 9th Autumn Leaves - Rose Competition and Exhibition of Plates 2.30 p.m. Licensed Lay Jonathan Haigh, Hazel Cottage, 25, Briantspuddle, DT2 7HS 471768 13th Pop in Place, Bere Regis Open Gardens 10.00 am - 5.00 pm Minister ([email protected]) 16th Church Coffee morning - 102 North Street 10.30 a.m. Church Warden Sandy Moriarty, The Hollow, Briantspuddle, DT2 7HX 471747 27tj Wareham Town Band and Cream Tea, Drax Hall 2.15 pm - 4.15 pm ([email protected])

Secretary of PCC Elizabeth Whatley, (elizabeth.ew@ talktalk.net) 01305 848959 August 3rd ROGS/Sports Club Annual Cricket Match and BBQ 3.00 p.m. Treasurer of PCC Mike Menzies, Starmoor, Throop, DT2 7JD 471263 5th Gardening club, Barbecue at Shitterton Farmhouse [email protected] 13th Autumn Leaves - Story of a boy in Kenya, Ian Ventham 2.30 p.m. Organist Ivor Mullins, Grasmere, 12, Parmiter Road, Colehill, 01202 15th 22nd 29th PiP Children’s Summer Activities 10.00 am - 11.45 am Wimborne, BH21 2BN 889227

Sacristan Erica Moriarty, The Hollow, Briantspuddle DT2 7HX 471747 PCC Members - Christine Coates, Janet Cropper, Sue Gibbs, David Griffiths, Audrey Grindrod, Richard Killer, David Nesling 94 3 May 2008 Association Contact Tel Address E-mail Meetings/Info May 2008 BEREBERE REGISREGIS Drax Hall Sally 471022 4 Elder Road CHURCHCHURCH ROTASROTAS Cheeseman BH20 7LY Dorset Latvia Link Jenny Silavs 471577 Fundraisiing for youth of link village of Ikskile in Latvia Bere Regis Sidesmen Kingsbere Consort Tim Colquhoun 471360 Heatherdown, Brock choir@tacmusi Set rehearsal dates for each Hill c.com performance 4th 9.15 am Mr Bates/Mr House Bere Regis Chalice Mr House / Mr Smith Kingsbere Quilters Miss G Miller 471745 3 Boswell’s Close Monthly Drax Hall BH20 7JE 1st Wednesday @ 9.45 am Evensong 6.00 pm Mrs Jutting Readers Kingsbere Music Trust Tim Colquhoun 471360 Heatherdown, Brock kmt@tacmusic. Charitable trust supporting Hill com devotees of real music 11th 11.00am Mrs England with young people Lenny’s - Bere Regis Terry Vine 471693 The Bungalow, Lane terry.vine@tisca Weekly. RBL Club 4th Mrs Jutting Youth club End, Bere Heath, li.co.uk 1st Wednesday and following BH20 7NP Tuesday evenings 18th Miss Frampton 18th 9.15am Mr Wharf/Mr Smith Juniors (8-11) 7.15-9.00 Chalice Mr Croom/Mr Wharf Seniors (12-17) 7.15-10.00

6.00 pm Miss Frampton Mothers’ Union Nancy Gibson 472105 15 White Lovington NancyEGibson Monthly. Turberville Court BH20 7NF @msn.com 1st Wednesday. 7.30 p.m. 25th 11.00am Miss Miller/Mr Croom Mobile Library Dorset County 01305 dorchestermob Alternate fortnights Car park Council 224440 ilelibrary@dorse Mondays 9.20- 9.50 tcc.gov.uk Fridays 10.50 - 12.15

Pop in Place Angela Jones 472261 7 Boswells Close Weekly. Drax Hall Cleaning and Dusting BH20 7JE Monday and Friday mornings 10.00 - 12.00

Cleaning Dusting Peter Wharf 472246 The Old Vicarage peterwharf@ho Monthly surgery. Turberville Councillor West Street tmail.com Court, Communal Lounge Mr R Robinson and Mrs Miss D Le Maistre and 1st Saturday @ 9.30—10.00 3rd and 10th May A Robinson Miss P Le Maistre Ragamuffins Manager - Mrs 472125 c/o Bere Regis Playgroup Tracy George 405440 Community First School, Rye Hill Mrs R Cleave and Miss Mrs S Brady and BH20 7LP 17th and 24th May P Chesney daughters Royal British Legion Mrs Glo Curtis 472620 32 Old Barn Road Glo.curtis@dors Monthly at the club Club et.probation.gs 3rd Monday @ 7.30 p.m. x.gov.uk Mrs A Rumble and Mr D Miss S Frampton and 31st May and 7th June Beagley Mrs J Spicer RBL Gardening Club Mrs Megan 471627 2 Manor House Monthly. RBL Stone 1st Tuesday. 8.00 p.m.

RBL Women's Section Mrs Eileen 471616 9 Elder Road Monthly. RBL Sanctuary Flower Guild Maidment 3rd Wednesday. 2.00 p.m.

Twinning Association Mrs Ann 472424 3 Southbarn, southbarn@tisc Meetings and events arranged May 4th and 11th Mothers’ Union Robinson Sitterton, BH20 7HU ali.co.uk as and when.          Village scrap book Jenny Silavs 471577 Scrap book for Affpuddle, May 18th and 25th Mrs J Harley Mrs M Stone Briantspuddle, Throop and Turnerspuddle          W.I. (Bere Regis) Mrs Diane 472331 [email protected] Monthly Drax Hall Edmunds m 3rd Tuesday @ 7.30 pm

Wildlife Events Mrs Tasie Russell 471414 Talks in winter. Briantspuddle Village Hall. Also field First Sunday Coffee meetings in Parish in summer

May 4th Pat and Peter Woodbury Hill Singers Mrs Kath Jeeves 471175 “Larkspur” Snow Hill Weekly “Larkspur” Snow Hill Mondays @ 2.00 p.m. 4 93 CHURCHMay AND 2008 VILLAGE May 2008 ACTIVITIES, SOCIETIES, CLUBS, ASSOCIATIONS and CONTACTS

Association Contact Tel Address E-mail Meetings/Info AFFPUDDLE CHURCH ROTAS

Ancient Order of Andrew Jones 19 Louise Road, andrew@jjon Monthly RBL Club Sidesmen, Readers, Readings, Intercessors and Chalice Foresters Court Dorchester, DT1 2LT eser.freeserv 1st Monday - 7.30 pm Prospect 6575 e.co.uk Date Time Sidesmen Readers Readings Autumn Leaves Margaret Dann 472734 4 Bitchams Mead Monthly Drax Hall Kath Jeeves 471175 “Larkspur” Snow Hill 2nd Wednesday @ 2.30 pm 4 May 8am R Killer R Killer BCP as set Bere Regis Church Tim Colquhoun 471360 Heatherdown, Brock Hill choir@tacmu Rehearsals weekly. 7.00 p.m. Choir sic.com every Friday in BR church 7th Sunday 11am J Royal S Sanderson 1 Pet 4: 12-14, 5: 6-11 of Easter F Solly F Solly John 17: 1-11 Bere Regis Sports Roger 472141 April Cottage, Southbrook duncanson@ Village football and cricket Club Duncanson tcp.co.uk teams for all ages Cricket Herbie Swann 472812 11 May 9.15am M Cropper E Arkell Num.11:24-30 Football Dave Rigler 471728 Day of J Cropper M Cropper Acts 2: 1-21, Jn. 20 19-23 Bere Regis Parish Jim Parsons 471050 14 White Lovington Monthly, Drax Hall Pentecost Council Chairman BH20 7NF 2nd Thursday Ian Ventham 471480 Shitterton Farmhouse Vice Chairman BH20 7HU 18 May 8am P Badcock P Badcock BCP as set Bere Regis Bob Holman 01305 Camelot, Affpuddle bob.holman 5.30 p.m.—7.00 p.m. at the Trinity 6pm - At Turnerspuddle – Service for Trinity Sunday tba Swimming club 848262 DT2 7HH @tiscali.co.uk Purbeck Leisure Centre, Wareham Sunday

Bere Regis Health Lynda Crisford 471180 11 Bitchams Mead Michael.crisf Every Tuesday 10.30 a.m. Walks BH20 7ND ord@btintern Bere Regis Car Park 25 May 9.15am S Gibbs D Buck 1 Cor 3: 10-11, 16-23 et.com 1st After P Badcock P Badcock Matt 5: 38-48 Bere Regis Bell John England 471469 10, South Mead Normal practice night - Trinity Ringers Adrian Standfield 471774 Wednesdays 6.30 p.m. to 7.30 Jenny Kinahan 472161 p.m.

Bere Regis First Steven Battishill - 471334 Rye Hill office@berer First School for pupils aged 4+ 1 June 8am R Killer R Killer BCP as set School Headteacher BH20 7LP egis.dorset.sc to 9 years 2nd after 11am K Wharton A Armitage Rom.1:16-17; 3:22b-31 h.uk Trinity A Armitage K Wharton Matt.7:21-29 Bere Regis Scout Kim Benjafield 471170 6 Bitchams Mead kimbenjy@ya Wednesdays 6 - 7 pm Group (Beavers) Beaver Leader BH20 7ND hoo.co.uk 5¾ - 8 years (scout hut hire) Scout Hut, Elder Road Intercessions: 11 May, J Haigh; 25 May, A Grindrod Bere Regis Scout Christine 472159 Thursdays 6.30 - 8 pm Group (Cubs) Whitfield 8– 10½ or 11 years Chalice: 11 May, J Haigh; 25 May, P Badcock Cub Leader Scout Hut, Elder Road Bere Regis Scout Mike Whitfield 472159 Mondays 7.30 - 9 pm Group (Scouts) Scout Leader 10½ or 11 to 14 years Scout Hut, Elder Road

Bere Regis Toddler Liz Teather 471216 The Old Mill, Doddings Fridays 10:30 a.m., including Music group BH20 7NJ school holidays, Age 0 - 4, Scout Hut,

Book Swap Club Jenny Beedle 471002 6 Bladen Valley, angie@ptalb 2nd Saturday 10 - 11 am Angie Talbot 472483 19 Bladen Valley ot.plus.com Briantspuddle Village Hall

Bere Regis Wildlife Tony Bates 471563 The Beeches, Barrow Hill tonybates@t Meetings arranged as and Watch, Nature Pat Chesney 471519 hebeeches.f when Conservation Sarah Welton 471562 9.co.uk group 92 5 May 2008 May 2008

CHURCH SERVICES --- MAY CHURCH SERVICES --- MAY Bed and Bed and Breakfast Breakfast st B&B  Ground Floor Thursday 1 May Ascension Day (white) ♦ En-suite facilities  Secure Parking 7pm Benefice Communion for Ascension Day Bere Regis ♦ Ground floor  Quiet Country Setting ♦ Colour television

Sunday 4 th May Seventh Sunday of Easter West Acres, West Street Chamberlaynes, Winterbourne Kingston Sunday after Ascension (white) Bere Regis DT11 9AT 8am Holy Communion Affpuddle 01929 471504 9.15am Parish Communion Bere Regis 01929 471293 11am Mattins and Shortened Communion Affpuddle www.westacres- bedandbreakfast.co.uk 6pm Evensong Bere Regis

th Bed and Carpet Fitter Sunday 11 May Pentecost – Whitsunday (white) P J Bushby Breakfast 8am Holy Communion Bere Regis All aspects of carpet and

vinyl fitting undertaken. 9.15am Parish Communion Affpuddle En-suite rooms HOME Domestic or commercial. 11am Family Service Bere Regis TV & hospitality trays in Your own materials fitted or all rooms AND home selection if preferred. Helpful advice always th Self contained double Sunday 18 May Trinity Sunday (white) holiday let available. The complete 8am Holy Communion Affpuddle The Old Brewery GARDEN carpet and flooring service.

40 West Street, Bere Regis 9.15am Parish Communion Bere Regis 01202 624684 11am Family Service Affpudle 01929 472432 www.theoldbrewerybandb.co.uk or freephone 0800 0688982 6pm Evensong Bere Regis

th Sunday 25 May First after Trinity (green) Chartered Hardy Tree 8am Holy Communion Bere Regis Painter and Architect 9.15am Parish Communion Affpuddle Surgeons 11am Mattins Bere Regis Decorator Robert Beedle All aspects of tree work R.I.B.A. Interior and professionally undertaken. For professional advice, st Exterior Work Stump removal, tree surgery, Sunday 1 June Second Sunday after Trinity design and supervision for pruning, felling, reshaping. (green) Gordon Tucker, complete works or Wood chippings and logs. extensions on new, 8am Holy Communion Affpuddle For free estimates and 10 Elder Road, existing, listed houses and 9.15am Parish Communion Bere Regis advice Bere Regis commercial buildings. 11am Mattins & Shortened Communion Affpuddle 01300 341471 , 6pm Evensong Bere Regis 01929 471882 Tel: 01929 471002 mobile 07774 477435

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LOCAL MP LOCAL MP BERE REGIS CHURCH NEWS Annette Brooke MP holds regular surgeries in the constituency each FROM THE REGISTERS week. For details of forthcoming surgeries and to make appointments individuals should phone 01202 693555. Baptisms 14 York Road, Broadstone, Dorset, BH18 8ET. T: 01202 693555 F: 01202 At St John the Baptist Bere Regis on Easter Day 23 rd 658420 March Nathan Thomas Hathway of Wareham Interment of Ashes SMALL ADS nd At St John the Baptist Bere Regis on on 2 April John Kinnear

Sugaring Martin Day Effective removal of body/facial hair. Carpentry Ltd Chris’s BERE REGIS BELLRINGERS Window Holistic Pergolas, decking and massage fencing. Kitchens and Cleaning bedrooms. Loft Practices continue on Wednesday evenings from 6.30 to relaxing, excellent for conversions and cut 7.30pm. Anyone who would like to come up to have a look stress and Service roofs. Door hanging. at what we do would be very welcome, as some have related problems. For all you home and already. Telephone Jackie Macintosh ITEC - garden carpentry.

01929 471068 01929 471075 01929 552888 BERE REGIS SPONSORED CYCLE RIDE

Bere Regis MOT & Andy Hawkins During the last week of May, Service Centre I have undertaken to cycle

Motor Engineer 100 miles in a continuous ride Class 4 MOTs by appointment MOTORS around the Purbecks to raise Servicing, repairs, MOT 10 working day retest money for the resurfacing of period preparation and tests the main pathways in the £10 discount on MOT or full arranged. All makes of church yard. service with this voucher car and LCV. Unit 1, Townsend Business Park. Competitive prices. The cost of resurfacing the Situated behind Shell Petrol Station, Bere Regis 5 Southmead. pathways is approximately £3,300 . As most Bere Regis 01929 472205 01929 471140 residents will know on rainy days the pathways are

90 Church website: www.bereregiswith7 affpuddle.org.uk May 2008 May 2008 increasingly boggy and cause problems at weddings, funerals and for people just passing through the churchyard or going in to the church.

I hope the ride will be completed in under 6 hours and raise a significant amount of money towards this project, which when completed will leave us with a well drained, hard surface making life better for all concerned. If you would like to sponsor me or make a donation then please contact me on 01929 471905.

Your support is greatly appreciated. Bob Croom, Church Warden.

GUIDED TOURS OF BERE REGIS CHURCH Bingo every Sunday evening. Parish volunteers will be offering guided tours for the sixth year starting in May and Gardening Club first Tuesday each month, closed every other Tuesday. continuing till the end of September. As in previous years they will be at 11.00am on Available for private bookings - contact Secretary 472620 Tuesday mornings and at 3.00pm on Thursday afternoons and last for about ¾ Everyone welcome hour. There is no fixed charge but the church is always very happy to receive any donations. ADVERTISING RATES for the year 2008 We are very grateful for the volunteers’ time and knowledge and many very complimentary comments have appeared in our visitor’s book. (Cheques to be made payable to Bere Regis PCC) Please tell your friends about them and take a flier or two from the church giving Full page, full year £180 Full page, one month £28 people details. We are always pleased to have booked organised groups and these can be on any day and at any time during the year and light refreshments Half page, full year £105 Half page, one month £12 can be arranged. Please contact John England (471469) for these. Third page, full year £85 Third page, one month £10 Advertising is by small coloured fliers and A4 posters and we rely on our self help for Quarter page, full year £70 Quarter page, one month £8 circulation of these. If anyone would take a few, please collect them from the Small-ads, full year £50 Small-ads, one month £7 church and if possible let John Watts (471798) know where they will be going to Rates for charitable, community or non-profit organisations are charged at 50% of above. avoid duplication. Full year advertising is based on complete calendar years. Adverts inserted for part We have had to invest in a new supply of years are charged at a pro-rata rate of the full year cost. Full year advertisers fliers this year and ask if anyone would like automatically included on both village websites. to offer a small donation towards their printing costs. Our treasurer Gordon Art-work for advertisements can be created, free of charge for simple text, Phillips would be very grateful. £10 - £30 for complex text and graphics

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ST MARY’S SCHOOL ASSOCIATION OBITUARIES

(Charity No.1097776) Margaret Roffey Plod and Fun Run Margaret’s younger days strongly influenced her later in life. She was born in Sunday 8 th June 2008 10.30am 1919 in Bangalore, in Central Southern India, in the days of the Raj. Her parents had divorced while she was still a young girl and her attractive, vivacious The Puddletown Plod is a 20k Road Race mother took Margaret back to England with her. Although her mother starting and finishing at the school, taking an subsequently re-married, her marriage did not last long, and Margaret spent an undulating route, south through Bockhampton, unsettled childhood being shuttled between her father’s friends in Wales and West Stafford, Woodsford and Tincleton. her mother in London. This unsatisfactory existence enabled her father to Application forms from Mr J Mills, Race obtain custody of his child. Margaret therefore returned as a young teenager Director,4 Middleton Close, Catherines Well, to an India that throughout life she recalled with pleasure. As an only child, she Milton Abbas, Dorset. Closing date for postal was rather lonely, and her life then lacked much outward signs of affection, entries 1 st June. and of course her mother’s advice and love. To her executors she said: “I had a fairly rotten childhood, with divorced parents, and my happiness in life was Affiliated club runners £6.00 (£7.00 on the day) my marriage and my children (and my dogs!)…” and non affiliated runners £8.00 (£9.00 on the day). Course is unsuitable for wheelchairs. Strictly no dogs, buggies or cyclists to accompany runners. As the dark clouds of the Second World War loomed closer, Margaret and her father returned to England, where he was a Senior Medical Officer at Harewood House, which had been requisitioned as a major military hospital. The Fun Run is 1.5k multi terrain race for all ages. Application forms available as Even if her home life was still a bit lonely at times, it was not without fun. Young above or from St Mary’s CE Middle School, Coombe Road, Puddletown, DT2 8SA. men came to Yorkshire, trained and played hard, and would then depart for the war elsewhere. As a slim, dark haired and attractive young girl, Margaret Under 17 years £2.00, 17 years and over £3.00. was much admired by a succession of young officers, and a strong whiff of romance swirled round the parties she was invited to. She even became All proceeds to St Mary’s School Association. engaged to be married, but broke it off after a while, though the gentleman The School Association would be very grateful to hear from anyone who is willing concerned remained a life-long friend and godfather of Margaret’s daughter to be a marshal for the Road Race, help at water stations, timekeepers etc. No Sue. previous experience necessary! Please contact Tina Davison on 01305 250767. Margaret’s father held firm views about how late un-chaperoned young daughters should be allowed to stay out at parties – ideas with which Margaret equally firmly disagreed. A strict curfew would be imposed, and her father would then keep his vigil in a chair by the hall door, inevitably dozing into the small hours. Meanwhile, but long after the curfew had expired, Margaret would quietly climb through an unlatched ground floor window at the back of the house, and sneak off to bed. At breakfast her mystified father would be told “Oh, I didn’t want to wake you Daddy when I came home; you looked so peaceful”. And apparently this charade was successfully played out for the rest of her time in Yorkshire. Margaret decided there must be more to life than outwitting her father’s curfews, so she joined the WAAF as a pool VIP driver in London, where she lived for a

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IMPROVEDIMPROVED BUSBUS SERVICESERVICE NO.NO. 387387 OBITUARIES In response to a request by the Parish Council the County Council has negotiated while with her mother in Chesham Place. There is a photograph of a much improved bus service for Briantspuddle and Affpuddle Margaret looking very trim and attractive in her smart uniform and chauffeur’s beret set at a fetching angle, and she made a few Air Marshals’ From 7 th . April Monday to Saturday every week, except on public holidays, there and Group Captains’ hearts flutter. If Margaret’s charm made it easy for her will be 5 buses a day to and from Dorchester and 4 buses a day to and from Poole very senior passengers to forgive her unpunctuality, her superiors in the all run by Damory. There will be no service on Sundays. Transport Unit were less tolerant, sarcastically christening her Flash Mags – a nickname abbreviated to ‘Flash’ by her Dorset friends. Briantspuddle to Dorchester at Margaret met her husband Richard shortly before the Second World War at a dance in London. She remained faithful to Richard while he was serving as a 07.57 (08.12 on Saturdays and in School holidays) arr. 08.35 young officer in the 8 th Hussars during the hard fighting in the Western Desert 10.37 arr.11.00 campaign in 1940 and 1941, and she and Richard corresponded throughout 12.29 arr.12.52 the war. Unfortunately, Richard became a prisoner of war just after the 8 th 14.37 arr.15.00 Hussars had been so cruelly mauled in the Sidi Rezegh battles in November 17.14 arr. 17.37 1941.

Richard and Margaret married in London in 1945 when she was 26, and they Dorchester to Briantspuddle at first brought up their daughters Sue and Jane in England and Germany with the 09.05 arr.09.29 8th Hussars, but when the Regiment went off to the Korean War in 1950–51, 11.15 arr. 11.39 Margaret and her two girls stayed in near Richard’s parents until he returned. When Richard left the Army they bought Coneygar in 13.05 arr. 13.29 in 1957 and made Dorset their home. Tragically, four years later, Richard fell 15.45 arr. 16.09 victim to Leukaemia, and died aged only 45 in 1962. Margaret had loved her 17.45 arr. 18.09 husband Richard deeply and she treasured his memory every day of every year since he died. She was known to have one or two admirers, and friends and Briantspuddle to Poole at family alike hoped that she might marry again. However, her admirers did not quite match what she had loved and still remembered in Richard. 09.29 arr. 10.33 11.39 arr. 12.33 Margaret had loved Coneygar’s setting from the moment they bought the 13.29 arr.14.33 house, and was a mad keen gardener with remarkably green fingers – and that garden was her pride and joy. She and Richard enjoyed the countryside and 16.09 arr. 17.03 country activities, the close sense of community, and the people they knew across the County. She recognised beauty elsewhere, but always loved Poole to Briantspuddle at coming home to Dorset. After Richard died she decided to stay there for the 09.35 arr. 10.37 rest of her life (some 45 years). Her family and friends 11.35 arr. 12.29 share happy memories of sitting in her colourful garden on summer evenings, the drinks tray and the whisky 13.35 arr. 14.37 decanter well to the fore – and set out not a minute 16.20 arr. 17.14 after 6pm! She loved parties, and was a good hostess in return. She also kept open house for Jane and Sue and their friends, but wisely agreed with them that she Copies of the detailed timetable are available in the Village Shop. would provide and cook the food if they would provide the drink, since most young officers and

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DAWN CHORUS BIRD WALK ----K SUNDAY 11TH MAY OBITUARIES at 5am from Briantspuddle Village Hall foxhunters have terrible thirsts! Car Park Coneygar was probably the most burglar-proof house in Dorset, with electrified fencing all round the house protecting her precious roses from the Nick Tomlinson from the RSPB is kindly leading the marauding deer, as her house guests know to their cost. Margaret would forget walk with helpers. The walk will be 2 - 2 1/2 hours and about friends returning late from a party and would retire to bed leaving her will be followed by a Bacon Butty and Tea/Coffee in defences on full power with the obvious consequences! Margaret enjoyed Briantspuddle Village Hall. Dorset’s social and sporting life to the full. She went to all the Hunt events and Ticket numbers are limited and cost £5 from followed hounds in her car, and with her dachshunds Katie and Rosie in tow Briantspuddle Shop. Please wear stout footwear. was neither the worst nor the best of the ill-disciplined tribe of chattering female beaters on the Moreton ‘Dad’s Army’ shoot. Come and learn some of the different songs from familiar birds and maybe some not so well known. About 5 years ago Margaret decided that keeping up such a large garden would need a commitment of time and physical effort that she could no longer There will be a few pairs of binoculars to borrow, but please bring your own if you make, and happily moved to Beech Cottage in Briantspuddle. Some expected have them. her to miss Coneygar, but both Sue and Jane could see that this, almost at a stroke, had taken a huge load of responsibility off her shoulders. Much though she had loved Coneygar and Dorset, Margaret loved her holidays too, so often AFFPUDDLE AND TURNERSPUDDLE PARISH in the cheerful company of her Dorset friends. The list of holiday destinations is COUNCIL impressive: The Seychelles, the Maldives, the Holy Land, Berlin, Italy, Spain, Morocco, Turkey, Canada, Andorra, Turks & Caicos Islands and, more recently, Tobago. Her photographs and shell collections reflect her interest in and At the April meeting of the Parish Council, Councillors begun the process of enjoyment of all the places she visited. She loved her swimming, wherever she securing a bus shelter for the village of Briantspuddle. Timetables had been could, and how good the whisky tasted by the fire on the beach afterwards, received from Damory Coaches for the 387 service, which has been extended, amongst the laughter and the teasing. In a sense, it was Margaret at her best, and these timetables are available from the village shop. doing what she loved, in the company of some of her family, all of whom were so important to her, and enjoying shared laughter and fun – and it is those Councillors continued their efforts to persuade the County Council to bring a swift happy memories that we should keep, now that she has gone. Margaret’s resolution to the illegal Travellers camp at Sares Wood. The Director of experience of life when Richard died and for the next 45 years said much Environmental Services at the County Council, who has responsibility for Traveller about her resilience and strength of character. It also says a lot about the issues, will be invited to visit the camp to witness the impact it is having on the quality of life in Dorset and the kindly outlook of Dorset people. Her friends and community. neighbours rallied round the young widow with young children, and scooped The Parish Council, along with other interested parties, have been able to secure them up until she felt strong enough to make her own way. And make her way from the County Council a commitment to certain improvements along the she did, in spite of the difficulty of bringing up and educating her two young B3390. This includes consultation on a Traffic Regulation Order to restrict the size of daughters with very little money to spare; of facing up to vehicles that use the B3390 and road improvements at Hurst Bridge. and surviving her own cancer, remaining in remission for over 30 years; and finally stoically adjusting as best she Councillor Nick Gore receives a number of helpful and informative emails from could to failing eyesight and a diminished sense of the Neighbourhood Watch team and is happy to forward these to anyone who independence, then her short term memory fading, and would be interested. Nick can be contacted at [email protected] then her final illness when the cancer returned. The next meeting of the Parish Council will be on Wednesday 14 May, 2008 at If Dorset people were there for Margaret when she lost 7pm. For more information, look at www.briantspuddle.info

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a mixture of the three greens. OBITUARIES OBITUARIES Work started on the embroidery. Most of us had never done any canvas work. We swapped ideas and stitch books and as we all did more we got more the husband she loved so much all those years ago, then they rallied adventurous. I personally found it great fun. It was like painting and I loved trying again during her last illness – visits, meals, telephone reports to her out different stitches and colour combinations. daughters living hundreds of miles away, and help and advice of a practical nature throughout. When a sufficient number of canvases had been worked we had to decide how we were going to make up the kneelers. Finally we found some really dense When she died, she did so as she had always said she wanted to: peacefully, foam from a stall holder in Dorchester Market who cut the pads to our dimensions. without pain, in her own home, with her beloved Zoe We were concerned that the canvas would rub the foam so the pads were snuffling around the house and with Jane beside her, covered with curtain lining and other fabric begged from the congregation. and having seen all her family very close to the end. It Dorothy Reed very generously gave us some canvas for the base. We had was no less than she deserved, for she had coped working parties and made up about twenty or so in time for a blessing by Bishop cheerfully and resolutely and successfully with the rather Tiarks (a retired bishop resident in Dorset) at the 1981 Harvest Festival. mixed hand she was dealt in life. We shall all miss Margaret’s cheerful upbeat approach to life, and In about 1986 we decided that we needed three long kneelers for the altar rail. irrepressible twinkle. Alan did the design and Sheila Kayll, Andrea Smith and I agreed on a uniform set of colours and stitches with which to work the kneelers. They were finally completed just before Easter 1993 when they were blessed by Graham Roblin. In 1999 we all thought it would be a good idea as a new millennium project to make a final effort to complete the kneelers for the side aisle and volunteers came forward to help with the task and the final fifteen or so were blessed by Bishop Kirkham when he dedicated the new vestry. The money for the materials has been given by various donors and Joan Herridge gave a coffee morning and David Kayll gave a film show which raised other funds. The kneelers represent thirty years of devoted time and skill by many members of the congreation and other friends who have used their talents for the greater glory of God. Philippa Thorniley.

BOOK SWAP CLUB

We are unable to have the hall on the 2 nd Saturday in May so the Book Swap will be held on the 3rd May instead from 10-11am. The selection of titles changes every month as new books are brought in so we have something to suit all tastes. This month we hope to be able to offer Audio books for swapping as well. Angie Talbot

12 85 May 2008 May 2008 decided this year was a good time to enter again. You will shortly see members of the hall committee out and about litter picking and weeding etc as the judging A VIEW FROM THE LOFT takes place between May and July. Any offers of assistance will be welcome so if An occasional series by the village organist you are willing to help please let any member of the committee know or just join us if and when you can.

Peter Talbot THE PARISH CLERK This once important official, sadly now defunct, for centuries exercised a strong musical influence in England. Originally the word 'clerk' was applied only to men in THE CHURCH KNEELERS holy orders (including minor orders), but by a natural extension it came to be also applied to others. Thus the Catholic Dictionary, 1883 , quotes “till quite lately the I was delighted to read Jonathan server at Mass used to be called the ‘clerk’, because he did clerk's work, just as Haigh’s piece about the church kneelers the boys at Mass are called ‘acolytes’, though not really so, because they do in the April magazine. acolytes' work”. After the Reformation the term was used for a number of minor functionaries in the Church (cathedral lay clerks are the tenors and basses in the As one of the original team of kneeler choir) . The parish clerk was an eminent and essential functionary. He was lower makers it is gratifying to know that an than the rector or vicar but higher than the sexton, and these three constituted the attempt is being made to complete the salaried officials of the parish church. project. Amongst the duties of the parish clerk were those of making or leading the I thought readers would find it interesting responses in the service, pronouncing a loud 'Amen' at the end of every prayer to learn something about the and of the sermon, and giving out the metrical psalm, and, when on great background to the project. occasions there was an anthem, that also. He would act as precentor, giving the note for the psalm tune (or the four notes for the four voices) on his The project started in 1979. The kneelers adjustable pitch-pipe. Often he taught the choir, and occasionally he played the in the church at that time were very 'barrel organ' or 'finger organ'. He was, indeed, in many cases the chief musical shabby, a motley collection of assorted sizes shapes and colours, some were functionary, and so Benjamin Payne, clerk of St. Anne's, Blackfriars, London, in his leaking wood shavings and generally they gave the church a very shabby The Parish Clerk's Guide (1685), speaking of Playford's Psalmody (1671 and 1677), calls appearance. its author 'one to whose memory all parish clerks owe perpetual thanks for their I saw a display by the West Country Guild of Embroiderers in the Dorchester Library furtherance in the knowledge of psalmody". Playford was himself a clerk, though and contacted Mrs. Williams who was “an embroidery queen bee”. She gave us not technically a parish clerk, for the Temple Church, London, where he officiated, invaluable advice about design and colour. It was she who suggested that we is extra-parochial. His Introduction to the Skill of Musick (1654) came out in edition should use the carvings on the pew ends as a basis for the design and also after edition, and perhaps Payne was thinking of this when he recalled Playford's suggested that the background colour should be green to match the green tinge services to the profession. in some of the original glass in the windows. The London Parish Clerks constitute one Sheila Kayll, Jay Corner and Andrea Smith chose six colours (two greens, two of the City Livery Companies; it has now yellows and two reds) to work the design and three shades of green for the been in existence for nearly eight background . Alan Smith drew about six designs and traced them onto canvas. hundred years, for they were It was agreed that the kneelers would be fifteen inches by ten inches and three incorporated by Henry III in 1232. They inches deep. had a fine hall in Bishopsgate that was taken from them, another in Broad Lane The congregation and others were invited to embroider the kneelers. In order to that was burnt in the fire of London in have a uniform appearance the embroiders were instructed to work the design in 1666, and from 1671 were in their hall in any combination of the six colours that they liked but to do the back ground using Silver Street. This last was destroyed during an air-raid on London on the

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AFFPUDDLE/BRIANTSPUDDLE NEWS

VILLAGE HALL NEWS

AGM A reminder to all residents of Affpuddle, Briantspuddle and Turnerspuddle that the AGM of the village hall committee takes place at 7:30 pm on Wednesday 7 th May The AGM usually lasts no longer than one hour and is your opportunity to let the hall committee know if we are meeting community needs and to ask any questions about the hall management and future plans that you might have. Your views matter to the hall committee so please come along and share them with us.

Audio visual equipment Following purchase of the multimedia projector and screen last month it can now be reported that the screen has been installed and that the hall committee are working on a launch event to demonstrate the equipment. The launch is planned to be a community fun event, further details will be available after the AGM so keep an eye on the Parish Notice boards.

Hall improvement project The hall committee will shortly be submitting further applications for funding with the intent of being able to start work on the building within the next twelve months. A meeting with the architects has recently taken place to begin the process of completing the detailed specification so that tenders can be sought from contractors and the selection completed by the year end.

Dorset Best Kept Village Competition It is some time since Briantspuddle entered this competition so the hall committee

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Chickerell 0: Milborne 2 night of 29 th /30 th December 1940. With it were lost the interesting old organ (dating from 1737), the furniture, the windows containing the arms of Masters of Scorers: Jordan Muscato, Laurie Stevens the Company, and other precious relics (the silver, charters, and deeds, being Man of the Match: Jordan Muscato stored at a bank, were saved). There is no current Livery Hall. Today the hospitality of other Companies is enjoyed for meetings of the Court and for dinners at which the Clerks themselves are given to offering generous hospitality! Table (Final Standings) When James I and then Charles II renewed their Charter it was laid down that 'Every person that is chosen Clerk of a Parish shall first give sufficient proof of his Played Points abilities to sing at least the tunes which are used in parish’. In 1762 William Riley, in Dorchester Magpies 18 46 Parochial Music Corrected, says this test is no longer applied, but he makes it clear that the London clerks were not forgetful of their musical duties, for he says they Heathlands 18 38 hold weekly meetings in their hall 'where they sing psalms, accompanied by an Milborne 18 36 organ, for about an hour'.

Lytchett RT Utd 18 34 The Parish Clerk's Guide, alluded to above, was a publication appearing periodically, and in it was an official list, made by the company, of the metrical Town 18 32 psalms best suited to each Sunday in the year, so that they might enforce the teaching of Collect, Epistle, and Gospel. (We have such lists today to help our Weymouth Wanderers 18 29 service music selection – see this magazine of May 2007). 18 22 The arms of the company have a musical interest—'The feyld azur, a flower de Poole Town Rovers 18 12 lice goulde on chieffe gules, a leopard's head between two pricksong books of the second, the laces that bind the books Dorchester Rangers 18 12 next, and to the creast upon the healme, on a wreathe gules and azur, an arm, from Weymouth Cougars 18 1 the elbow upwards, holding a pricking For more up to date results, tables and fixtures log onto to the Bere Regis Sports book' (from a description in 1582). These Club website www.bereregis.com, which has links direct to the DCFA website arms stood over the court-room door, with and more information on Bere Regis FC. the motto 'Pange lingua gloriosi'. (Compose- or make - beautiful speech )

The arms represent graphically the ability FOOTBALL TRAINING to read and write music. Pricksong was Juniors music 'pricked down' or composed, in distinction from the merely unison plainsong Saturday mornings: 10.30 until 12.00 at Bere Regis and from descant performed Recreation Ground extemporaneously. In 1559 “Sir Thomas From reception to under 10’s, all children are welcome Pope was buried at Clerkenwell with two on a Saturday morning. With qualified coaches involved services of pryke song and two masses of these sessions are both educational and fun. requiem and all the Clerkes of London with the choir of St. Paul's Cathedral joined to them”. Clerkenwell itself is the district of London which got its name (when it was still open fields) from the fact that the parish clerks came there once a year to perform mystery plays and moralities. They used to give The Creation of the

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Table (as at 14 th April) Played Points

Dumpton Academicals 22 51 Upton WMC 19 47 White Swan 18 46

Bryanston Club 18 44 Three Cross 21 33 Kings Arms 21 27

Bere Regis 20 25 Windgreen CM 22 23 Morden 21 18 Hamworthy Labour Club 22 18

Damory Hammers 21 18 Broadmayne 21 5

Juniors – Under 11’s

Results 30 th March Milborne 6: Poole Town Rovers 0 Scorer: Vince Hall (3), Harry Fearnley (2), Laurie Stevens

Man of the Match: Vince Hall

5th April Heathlands 1: Milborne 4

Scorers: Jake Maytum, Vince Hall, Laurie Stevens, Harry Fearnley Man of the Match: Jordan Muscato

6th April

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Table (as at 14 th April) World and The Passion of our Lord, and the like, and their drama (not unlike the passion play of Oberammergau today) lasted several days (see this column of Played Points March 2008). Stourpaine 24 53 Today the English parish clerk barely exists. All his musical functions have gone, and, indeed, he takes no formal part in the church's services. An Act of Parley Sports 23 52 Parliament of 1844 robbed him of nearly every duty, in favour of the curate, and Sports 26 42 another in 1894 left him nothing to do but to look after certain maps and documents that are now taken from him and handed to that purely secular Bishops Caundle 21 41 functionary, the clerk of the parish council. FC Polonia 20 40 The ‘parish clerk’, then, is now nobody, but he can look back to the days of Wool RBL 24 36 metrical psalms and pitch-pipes, and sometimes, too, of a barrel organ or even a little orchestra of the gallery under his direction, to say nothing of the AFC Bluebridge 23 34 dignity of singing and dining in his own City Livery Hall, and officially drafting the metrical psalms for the year, and of course the weekly Bills of Mortality! Bere Regis 24 30 He has no present and probably no future (though there are those who would Piddletrenthide utd 25 29 wish for his return), but he has certainly an important past. Cranborne 23 24 MEMORIAL OFOFOF PHILIP ROE (died 1815) in BAKEWELL CHURCH , DERBYSHIRE Swanage T&H 21 19 The Vocal Powers here let us mark Lytchett RT 23 16 Of PHILIP, our late Parish Clerk: In Church none ever heard a Layman, 23 15 With a clearer Voice say Amen. Bradford Sports 22 13 Who now with Hallelujah's Sound Like Him can make the Roof rebound? The Choirs lament his Choral Tones, The Town - so soon Here lie his Bones. Adult Sundays – DIVISION TWO Sleep undisturb'd within thy peaceful shrine Till Angels wake thee with such notes as thine. Results .Geoffrey Chaucer (c.1340-1400) describes a 14 th century musical parish clerk in 23 rd March the “Miller’s Tale”. When not about his duties he frequented the ale houses playing his two instruments – one ‘bowed’ and the other ‘plucked’. Bere Regis 0: Upton Working Mens Club 3 Many churches still retain the box-pew and desk, usually just below or near to th 6 April the vicar’s desk, from where the Parish Clerk conducted his ministrations. It Windgreen Corfe Mullen 1: Bere Regis 3 often contained a bookcase as well for the local records for which he was responsible, and for his musical documents, pitch-pipes and so forth; for this Scorers: Nick White (2), Adam Rogerson was in fact his “office”. Local examples can be found in Puddletown parish church and Blandford parish church, though sadly they were long ago 13 th April removed from both Bere Regis and Affpuddle parish churches. Bere Regis 3: White Swan 5 All the documents kept by the Parish Clerk, such as the “Bills of Mortality”, Scorer: Shane Hewitt (3) which used to be housed in the church itself, or in the “Vestry”, which might be in the church (or in some places, the vicarage or rectory), are now kept in the County Records Office. 80 17 May 2008 May 2008

GEOFFREY GREY CONCERTTT BERE REGIS SPORTS CLUB On Sunday 18 th May 2008, there is to be a concert at Cyril Wood Court. The event which starts at 7.30pm, is being given by Karin Dolman, (Viola) and Caecilia BERE REGIS FOOTBALL Boschman, (Piano), members of the 'Ophelia Trio' of Dordrecht, Holland. We are very fortunate as they are coming to Bere Regis especially for this concert. CLUB

The programme includes Saturday team kit sponsor- BW · Sonata, D. 821 'Arpeggione' - Franz Schubert (1797-1828) AUTOS 2007/8 Sponsors- KINGSBERE · Adagio & Allegro Opus 70. - Robert. Schumann (1810-1856) ACCOUNTANTS, ROWLANDS WAIT · Sonata for Viola & Piano – Geoffrey Grey (1934) TOURING PARK & RUSSELL FRENCH MOTORS. · “Humoresque” - Adam Gorb (1958)

Schubert was 27 when, in November 1824, he wrote his posthumously published Sonata in A minor Adult Saturdays – DIVISION ONE for Johann Georg Staufer's very recently invented arpeggione, a six-stringed instrument fretted like a guitar but played with a cello bow. The Results arpeggione's life was short-lived; Schubert's work is 15 th March now most often heard from cellists. But it suits the viola's soft-grained voice no less well. Bere Regis 1: Cranborne 3

After working on great projects like his opera Scorer: Pete Macklin Genoveva, Schumann started composing a series of miniatures for clarinet, horn, oboe and cello, 22 nd March each accompagnied by the piano. The Adagio Corfe Castle 1: Bere Regis 4 and Allegro was the second of Schumann's initial experiments of this kind, composed on 14 th Scorers: Pete Macklin (2), Matt Elford, Shaun Cope February 1849. Though for this performance played on the viola, it was expressly designed for the newly 29 th March developed valve horn, with its greater expressive range and agility. Wool RBL 4: Bere Regis 0

Geoffrey Grey lives locally and has composed many works both while working 5th April professionally as a violinist with several of our national symphony orchestras and latterly in retirement. Several of his works have been recorded. AFC Bluebridge 1: Bere Regis 1 Adam Gorb has been the Head of School of Composition and Contemporary Scorer: Shane Hewitt Music at the Royal Northern College of Music in Manchester since 2000. The th “Humoresque” was first performed in 1986 by Martin Outram and the pianist 12 April Michael Jones. Gorb's works display an inventive sound-world with a striking use of Bere Regis 4: Bradford Sports 3 rhythm and a glance of his Jewish roots. Scorers: Dale Wright (2), Shaun Cope, Shane Hewitt Tickets @ £6 - which includes interval refreshments – are available from:

Geoffrey Grey 01929-472138 email: [email protected]

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Tim Colquhoun (Kingsbere Music Trust) 01929-471360 email: [email protected] (Cheques should made out to “Kingsbere Music Trust”)

The concert is being sponsored by the Kingsbere Music Trust (Reg.Ch.No. 1090311)

BERE REGIS ---- MOTHERS' UNION

A meeting was held on Wednesday 2nd April 2008 at Turberville Court at 7.30pm. The Branch Leader welcomed members to the meeting and also the speaker Mrs. Carol Reynolds. The meeting commenced with a short service concluding with the Mothers’ Union prayer and the Grace. Notices of forthcoming events were announced including a talk to be given by Reg Bailey on Wednesday 14th May at Morden Village Hall, and a coffee morning on 17th May at Turberville Court. It was hoped that the wives of the Bishops attending the Lambeth Conference would be coming to Bere Regis during their stay in July, details of which would be confirmed in due course. Mrs. Reynolds gave an interesting interactive talk on the subject of ‘Time for Relationship’, the MU theme for the current year. A vote of thanks was given to the speaker, following which refreshments were served. The next meeting would be held on Wednesday 7th May when a talk would be given by a representative from Beckingsale House in Salisbury. Diana - 401039

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Bere Regis Junior Church The next children’s activity morning will be about:

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Sunday 11th May

Bere Regis Church 10.00 a.m. - 11.00 a.m.

All children from age 4 are very welcome. There will be lots of fun and no charge - just come along and enjoy yourselves.

And why not join us for the Family Service (11.00 -11.30 a.m.) with refreshments for everyone afterwards!

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Bere Regis Congregational Chapel Butt Lane The sermon this Our aim is to offer compassionate pastoral help and counsel to any in our Ladies, don't forget village who feel the need to talk. It doesn’t matter what you believe or morning: "Jesus the rummage sale.. what state you’re in. God loves you and in Christ there is an answer. Walks on the It's a chance to get Contact Pastor Jim on the phone number above. Water." rid of those things Sunday Worship every week at 10am - (Junior Church each week for The sermon not worth keeping youngsters) tonight: around the house. ***** "Searching for Bring your Monday Chapel Toddlers Group* 1.30-3.00pm Jesus." husbands. ***** Wednesdays from 10.30am- 12.00pm - Early Days Café for Young Mums (for details phone Lynda Essex on 07766 257902) ***** Ecclesiastical Fridays a from 6-7.30pm - Sonseekers Club* for 7-12 yr olds *during term time only L O S T Our three year old, English short hair, black cat Bisto, has now

been missing for several weeks. We think she may have been ‘adopted’ by another home as she became fed up with the constant tormenting of her new baby sister and her furry twin didn’t give her any support or back up. If you are providing a home for her (she has a tiny tuft of white hairs alongside her right eye), or are aware of her whereabouts, please could you let us know as we miss her very much. Alison and Martin Debenham - 471780

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for any local body of believers is defined clearly in the words of Jesus. “Therefore St Laurence’s Church, Affpuddle go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the Name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.” (Matthew 28:19,20) . Sadly, for many Christian churches, The Great Commission has become The Great Omission. Rather than go to where people need us most, we are content COFFEE MORNING to sit in our church buildings waiting for people to come to us. We can be guilty of showing more interest in getting people on a church membership role than encouraging them to follow Jesus. A sign of commitment and allegiance for those early believers was a simple act of baptism by water immersion to indicate ththth their turning to Christ. And the Church is given the awesome charge of “teaching Saturday 17 May 2008 obedience to the words and teachings of Christ”. Sadly we live in an age when many church goers are Biblically illiterate through lack of regular sound Bible 10.00 a.m. until noon teaching. On that day of Pentecost, the full power and strength of God came upon those surrendered hearts and as God broke into their lives, so the message broke out At Launchfield House, Briantspuddle into the world. All cultural, ethnic, social and even (By kind permission of David and Christine Coates) language barriers were broken as everyone in that cosmopolitan assembly in Jerusalem heard clearly the glorious message of Jesus and His love. Today God has not changed. The Church still needs to Cakes, Raffle, Crafts be energised and equipped by the Holy Spirit if it’s message is to have any impact upon our communities. Bric-a-brac & Books And the cosmopolitan society in which we live still needs to hear the Gospel message.That’s why in our Chapel in Butt Lane there will always be an emphasis on the Christ-centred life and the reliability of God’s Word, the Bible., along with All are welcome and donations for the stalls a commitment to evangelise. In the days ahead we hope to share something of God’s love with any who feel would be appreciated. the need. Many may have questions – some expressed in our recent evolution/ creation evenings. We have a wide range of DVD’s that deal with many of these For queries, including help with transport, issues freely available. Starting this month, God willing, we are planning a series of contact: meetings to work through a basic course entitled, Christianity Explored. The course will involve looking into the Bible followed by comments, discussion and questions. These meetings are open to anyone with a sincere desire to know Elizabeth Whatley (01305 848959) or Erica more about the Christian faith – give me a ring if you need more information! Moriarty (471747) Finally it is entirely appropriate that on Pentecost Sunday this year we will be holding a Service of Believer’s Baptism. The time is 10am on the 11 th May – you’re very welcome to join us for a Family Service. In aid of Church Funds Entry £1 (for adults) In the meantime may you know God’s blessing.

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THE CONGREGATIONAL CHAPEL BUTT LANE, BERE REGISSS A COLOURFUL FLOWER FESTIVAL THE CHURCH AND VILLAGE THROUGH THE Pentecost and the Great AGES' Commission WILL BE HELD AT This month brings us to Pentecost (Whit Sunday) on May 11 th – the official ‘birthday’ of the ST. LAURENCE'S CHURCH Christian Church. The Day of Pentecost was a Jewish feast held fifty days after Passover. It was AFFPUDDLE a time to celebrate the first fruits of the harvest. Also, Jewish tradition taught that Pentecost ON JUNE 6th, 7th AND 8th. commemorated the day when the Law was given to Israel. The Jews sometimes called Pentecost shimchath torah , or “Joy of the Law.” So on the Old Testament Day of Pentecost , Israel Refreshments will be available each day received the Law, and on the New Testament Day of Pentecost , the Church received the Spirit of Grace in fullness. JUNE 7th THERE WILL BE A JAZZ CONCERT IN Even in this we are reminded of how Jesus Christ, THE PEACE GARDEN through His death and resurrection has dealt with the death penalty of sin as spelt out in the 777-7---30PM30PM Law (The Ten Commandments), and made it possible for us to know and experience the grace and forgiveness of God. Tickets available in May For the 120 disciples who gathered on that day (an upper room is mentioned, but it is more likely they gathered in the temple courts) they knew the experience JUNE 8th ------SONGS OF PRAISEPRAISE------6PM of being forgiven, but were waiting for that enduement of power and strength that would sustain them. The ‘flesh and bones’ of the church were in place, but For more information tel. Audrey Grindrod 471214 they needed that divine ‘breath of God’ that would transform them into a spiritual force to be reckoned with. On that day timid and fearful men and or Elizabeth Whatley 01305 848959 women became fearless proclaimers of the Gospel. There was an authority and conviction in the glorious message they proclaimed. They had been filled by the Holy Spirit. The then known world was turned upside down by this message! How different to the Church at large today, which is tainted and spoiled by indifference, unbelief , false teaching, and immorality. Sadly, the apostolic traditions of those early Spirit filled Christians have been augmented by a burdensome weight of man-made religious and denominational traditions that have all but suffocated the essential message the Church was given by our Lord Jesus in His Great Commission . For any who do not know, the mission statement

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AFFPUDDLEAFFPUDDLE CHURCHCHURCH NEWNEWSSSS With over 35 years motor vehicle experience, 10 years of Flowers and Cleaning which has been spent with Flowers Cleaning Honda and Toyota main 4 May Jennifer Champion Christine Coates dealers, we are delighted to 11 May Sue Taylor Sue Taylor offer competitive, high quality Tuesday 13 May SPECIAL CLEAN 9.00a.m. until noon servicing and maintenance. Alington Avenue 18 May Penny Haigh Penny Haigh Simon Dobinson (Toyota and HONDA 1 June Marion Perris Marion Perris Honda Service Manager 1986 Dorchester Please do help towards the Special Clean. Every little helps - 1996) and Mike Hughes NISSAN (Honda trained and Coffee experienced) are also DAIHATSU 11 May No 9.15 am Service at Affpuddle delighted to inform both new 18 May 11.00 am (Family Service) Penny Haigh & Kath Wharton and old clients of their newly MITSUBISHI 25 May 9.15 am (Parish Communion) Liz Arkell & Liz Howard increased workshop area.

TOYOTA Mowing Main dealer service with Period Area 1 Area 2 Area 3 Area 4 collection and delivery, loan MAZDA 21 Apr - 4 May Philip Scarse Chris Parker Richard Gibbs Ivor Bryant cars, and valet service 5 -18 May John Solly David Payne Sandy Moriarty Nick Bercham combined with cost effective, 19 May – I June Ivor Bryant George Sherwood Jim Smith David Coates skilled workmanship. SUZUKI 01305 261111 Please call: SUBARU FETE & DOG SHOW ––– SATURDAY 5TH TH JULY 2.00 ––– 4.30 P.M. NEW NEW NEW The Fete this year will be at the Old Granary by kind Come in and use the Computer for your E-mail and Internet permission of Marek and Janet Cropper and will feature requirements. the Weymouth Concert Brass Band and stalls similar to last year. The Dog Show will take place concurrently next We also sell EUROS over the counter, no waiting. door at Longacre Barn by kind permission of Joe and Judy Barnsley. It will be a Fun Dog Show for the whole Get cash out free using cards from:– Alliance & Leicester, Bank of Ireland, family. There are likely to be up to 10 events with, for Barclays, Cahoot, Clydesdale bank, The Co-operative bank, Nationwide building each event, an entry fee of £1 and rosettes and prizes society, Lloyds and Smile. to 3 rd place. Dogs of all ages will be welcome, puppies to veterans. More detail of the events will be revealed in Our credit card offers 0% on balance transfer for 10 months and can be used June’s edition of the Parish Magazine. abroad commission free. MNSM Save for Christmas – Pop your money into the Post Office Christmas Club – come in for details.

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The Catholic Churches of Lulworth, Wareham & Wool St. Edward’s, Shatters Hill, Wareham St. Mary’s, Lulworth Castle Chapel, St. Joseph’s, The Square, Wool

Father Geoffrey Watts, The Priest’s House, The Square, Wool, BH20 6DW - 01929 463334. Miss Karen Cheeseman, Head Teacher, St. Mary’s School, The Square, Wool - 01929 462565. Sister Rita (Parish Sister), Loreto, Shatters Hill, Wareham - 01929 552820.

Normal Mass Times

There is a children’s liturgy group at the 11.00am service at Wareham. For mass times on Weekdays Saturday FIRST MASS OF SUNDAY 6.30 pm LULWORTH or Holy Days of Obligation please contact Father Geoffrey or Sister Rita . Sunday MASS 9.00 am WOOL

Sunday MASS 11.00 am WAREHAM

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BERE REGIS NEWS BERE REGIS PARISH COUNCIL Chairman: Jim Parsons 01929 471050 Vice Chairman: Ian Ventham 01929 471480

Your council met on Thursday 11 th April for the monthly meeting. The Local Development Framework Steve Dring from Purbeck District Council gave a an illuminating presentation about the progress (or lack of it) being made towards agreeing the Local Development Framework, including the efforts being put into opposing the additional housing potentially being imposed upon the Purbeck area, and Lytchett in particular.

Traffic Problems Last month we mentioned the attempts we were making to get other local councils to join with us in lobbying about the increasing traffic problems we foresee the proposed waste recycling plant at Binnegar will create. We are very pleased to report that, in the end, five other parishes joined us in agreeing the JOHN following statement, which has been delivered to the chief executives of Dorset HOWARTH County Council, and Purbeck and West Dorset District Councils. Copies have also been given to the members of the Heating Services Ltd planning Over thirty years experience board and to various other County and District councillors as well as to our local MPs and MEPs. Oil boiler and heating systems In the light of the development of Service - Repair - Installation the proposed Binnegar Recycling Aga, Rayburn and Stanley Plant, and the significantly cooker service increased traffic flows on already All service saturated roads in the Purbeck engineers/ area, we strongly recommend technicians that Dorset County Council and Purbeck District Council take an are OFTEC integrated view of road traffic in registered

Bere Regis website: www.bereregis.org

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the County by: Advertise here for Upgrading Dorset’s east/west links by substantially improving the A35/A31 roads, only £70 a year! particularly at the Eastern and Western ends. Upgrading the north/south links by building a by-pass to the East and South of Bere The Bere Regis and Regis. Affpuddle Parish Reconsidering the Sandford by-pass.

Magazine is distributed Policing Initiative to over 600 homes in Last month we agreed to sign up to the local policing initiative, the PACT panel, covering Lytchett, Bere Regis, and Sandford. Councillor Chris Maunder attended the area - what better the first meeting where various local priorities for policing were agreed. way to promote your business School Bus Pick-up Points Concerns have been expressed by a number of parishioners about the problem of large numbers of children congregating near the Surgery in the morning for the school buses. We had a useful discussion about where the bus stop might be relocated, and decided to recommend a couple of options to Dorset County Council. The Tree Specialist Environmental Award All aspects of tree work We were particularly pleased to learn that our joint initiative with Purbeck District undertaken Council to reinstate the boardwalk and install the new Souls Bridge had been rewarded by being chosen as a winner in the International Green Apple Awards Tree surgery, felling, for the Built Environment. As the driving force behind the new bridge, it was felt pruning, crown reduction entirely appropriate that Councillor Malcolm Munro should represent the Parish at the award ceremony to be held at the Tower of London in June. Also dangerous trees Fully insured and NPTC qualified If you have any problems or issues that you think we may be able to help you with, please do not hesitate to contact us at any time. Please remember that you are Also seasoned logs £50 per load very welcome to join us at our monthly meetings and to raise any points of concern in the period for public participation. Our next meeting will be on

Thursday May 8 th at 7pm

Please call Gavin 07730581047 01929 471032 Ian Ventham, Vice Chairman

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VISIT TO LANDER’S QUARRIES AT LANGTON BERE HEATH MATRAVERS METHODIST CHAPEL

Following a visit by Trevelyan Haysom to our For anyone interested in the running Church last year he offered a visit to a and future of Bere Heath Chapel, we Purbeck Quarry to see the real material in its are holding a meeting, on Monday natural surroundings. 12th May at 7pm, in the chapel. Please try and come if interested in The proposed date is Monday 12 th May at any aspect of our future. 2.30pm. If the weather is too bad it will be postponed till Tuesday 13 th – same time and place. Please contact John England for a booking. Telephone 471469 or drop a note into 10 South Mead with your contact number or email in case the alternative date is to be used and any transport required.

AUTUMN LEAVES OVER 50’’’’S CLUB

After some worrying on behalf of Kath on the final numbers, a full coach ventured to Stewart’s Garden Centre at Christchurch where many had coffee and lunch followed by a drive through Burley and the Ringwood side of the New Forest. We were lucky to Quality Tax and have a sunny day following a very cold night. Accounting The May meeting in the Drax Hall on Wednesday 14 th at 2.30pm will be a talk KingsBere about the Lake District by Richard Collier. The competition is for a Picture or Card For professional advice, dealing with all with ‘a Water Theme’. Accountants aspects of accounts and tax JUNE OUTING TO SIDMOUTH. An advance notice of this for early bookings to Kath Jeeves please – cost £10 a seat. WEDNESDAY 11 th JUNE. Day and evening appointments available

Phone Debbie Scott FCCA, ATII on 01258 830304 [email protected]

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BERE REGIS W.I.

I woke up at the bottom of the stairs and the fireman said "don't worry about that one she's dead". What a way to start a talk, but it certainly gained our attention. The speaker was a member of a group who supplies victims for the emergency services when they do their enactments of disasters. These have been air and ferry disasters, road accidents and train derailments to name but a few. A fascinating and enthralling speaker. She also showed NATIONAL us photographs of the FEDERATION realistic makeup that she OF WOMEN’S applied to portray the INSTITUTES various injuries, some being especially gruesome. She apologised for not being able to do the makeup, even on herself due to health and safety regulations. An excellent and entertaining evening about something that is very serious.

May meeting - Guide dogs for the blind June meeting - members evening, get your thinking caps on. Visitors are always welcome on the third Tuesday of the month, 7.30pm at the Drax Hall JN

BERE REGIS FLORAL GROUP

May 13th Supermarket Dash with Ann Syrad from Broadstone.

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Christine Whitfield finished as Akela of the cub-pack at Easter but she will be GARDENING CLUB continuing to work with the Group as my assistant, I would like to thank her for her work with the cubs. We are fortunate in having recruited Ingrid Gilbertson to take over as Akela . Ingrid now has her interim warrant and has commenced her training. Also, since Easter, two of our regular beaver-helpers, Paula Miller and Susie Hamilton, have started training as Assistant Beaver Scout Leaders. The Group has several other hard-working Assistant Leaders, Helpers and Committee At the April meeting we not Members. only had the Spring Show but We’ve been very fortunate in that seven of our older scouts have volunteered as also a fascinating talk by Young Leaders within the group and they are all proving to be an enormous Rosemary le Grand entitled benefit. Romantic Italian Gardens in which she showed us slides of Another very good piece of news is that Ian Ventham has volunteered to Venice and gardens round the become our Chairman, starting in May. Ian has a long association with the Italian lakes north of Milan. Group, lives locally and is well known in the community. We are extremely lucky to attain his services. The Results of the show classes are as follows. Single Narcissus 1 st Pat House; 2 nd Megan Stone Can you help us? Multi-headed Narcissus 1 st Sally Cheeseman; 2 nd John England Despite recent recruits, the leadership team and committee are over stretched Miniature Narcissus 1 st Pat House; 2 nd Rene Phillips and showing signs of stress. To continue our undoubted success we need more help – both as Leaders/Helpers with sections and in executive roles. Not everyone Bowl of flowering Bulbs 1 st Pat House (and best exhibit in show) is suited to working with children, but please consider volunteering in some capacity or another. Contact anyone in the Scout Group if you think you might st nd Vase of mixed spring flowers 1 Pat House; 2 Kathleen Jeeves have something to offer. st nd Six chitted Potatoes 1 Kathleen Jeeves; 2 Susan Stone Becoming a Leader does involve a certain amount of training - carried out during Spring Flower arrangement 1 st Pat House; 2 nd Megan Stone the first three years in post, conducted as 15 or so separate modules. This is nowhere near as difficult as it sounds! Most modules are conducted as an Decorated Sponge Cake 1 st Sally Cheeseman evening course or perhaps as three modules on a single day one weekend. Everyone is appointed a Training Advisor, and after initial discussions, many Five Cheese Scones 1 st Megan Stone; 2 nd Pat House people find that they need not attend many of the modules due to previous Pot of Seville Marmalade 1 st John England; 2 nd Susan Stone experience in their normal work-place or other past experience. Volunteers are also required to complete a Disclosure Form from the Criminal Records Bureau. Thanks are due to the judges for the evening. The bottom line is that Scouting is great fun and all adults get a great deal from it, The May meeting on Tuesday 6 th May at the RBL HQ at 8.00pm is a talk by Richard as I’m sure you could! Collier, this time on ‘European Alps and Flowers’. Chris Gall, Group Scout Leader - 01305 772634 [email protected] RBL BERE REGIS GARDEN SHOW

Supported by Bere Regis Gardening Club

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The Garden Show will be taking place on Sunday, 10th August 2008. Perhaps it is not for us to say, but the evening was extremely well As promised in the April magazine, here are the details of Class 2, the Flower received and we’ve had many Section, are listed below. messages of thanks and

congratulations. What might not be Would you like to take an active role in this year’s show by becoming a Steward? fully realised is that the scouts themselves split into small teams and Stewarding gives an interesting insight into what Judges are looking as they will conducted their own research. discuss the merits of each exhibit. The main duties are to help exhibitors place their Each “team” prepared their own 10- exhibits and to move exhibits to make space (exhibitors are not permitted to move minute talk with text and slides with any exhibits other than their own) and to follow the Judge, marking appropriate the absolute minimum of adult help. entry cards with a first, second or third sticker as directed. The venue opens at As their Group Scout Leader I am 10.00 and judging is usually completed by 12.00 noon. If you would like be a very proud of them all! Steward, please register your interest to Cyril (471235) or Carole (471176). Remember Them As previously reported, the project members travelled to Ypres, Belgium The following have been selected for Show items in Class Two:- in November 2007 to take part in the huge Remembrance Day Parade and Service there. Whilst there we visited Gladioli 1 spike several battlefields from WW1 and relevant war cemeteries and memorials. We Single Rose 1 bloom are greatly indebted to the many local organisations and individuals who gave us financial and other support for the whole venture. Vase of Dahlias, Pom Pom or Small Ball up to 2” diameter 3

blooms Vase of Dahlias, Decorative or Cactus AV 3 blooms The Scout Hut Vase of Marigolds, AV 3 stems The committee has been working for two years on plans to extend the scout hut, thus offering a safer environment for our activities. Assisted by a local volunteer, Sweet Peas, AV 5 stems Richard Bates, we now have all the necessary planning and building regulations Spray Chrysanthemums 3 stems in place. Design drawings have been completed and we are currently costing the building. We now need assistance with fund-raising and with building work. Vase of one variety of any flower not listed above 3 stems We are greatly indebted to Richard for his continuing assistance. Pot Plant, Foliage 1 Pot Plant Flowering (Not a fuchsia) 1 The Group Vase of mixed flowers, 5 varieties Meanwhile, all three sections continue to enjoy full and exciting programmes. Any Cacti or Succulent 1 The scout section is full and both cubs and beavers are nearing capacity. We Fuchsia, Upright or Trailing 1 are looking forward to our Family Camp in June, a Beaver sleep-over and a day out in the summer and a Scout Camp in July. Geranium in a Pot 1 Begonia, Tuberous 1 Our thanks and congratulations are extended to three of our leaders – Christine Whitfield, Greta Richardson and Mike Whitfield – who all completed their training in the last couple of months and are now fully warranted leaders with their “wood Next month, we will release details of the Floristry and Home Craft exhibit list; full -beads”. Kim Benjafield is looking forward to completing 15 years as a Leader next January. Well done and “thank-you” to you all, and indeed to all our show schedules will be made available at the end of May 2008. hardworking leaders. Cyril Bennett Show Secretary

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"The specialist workshops and high-profile speakers ensure that this is an event not DRAX HALL to be missed if you work in food or health in Dorset" During April the Village Hall has been fitted out with a fire Attendance at the event is free but a place must be booked in advance. Please alarm system. The Committee felt that this was a necessary contact Andy Fairhurst on (01202) 886201 or email improvement even though the cost was not insignificant. [email protected] The chosen system is robust and well installed and should give service for a long period. DRAX STAINER The accounts for the 2007 year show that the Hall sustained HALL a loss. This was caused by the cost of the many improvements that were undertaken during the year. The There’s a wonderful opportunity to come and sing with The money for these works had previously been set aside so we Royal School of Church Music in Wareham on the afternoon were actually spending our savings. The Hall finances are in good health as we of Saturday May 24. The Wessex branch invites you to come are fortunate to have many user groups. There are not many halls around that and sing The Crucifixion by John Stainer with director David can say that the hirings pay for the running costs. This is despite the fact that our Bruce-Payne and organist Bill Brown. charges are among the lowest in the district – a deliberate policy that ensures The soloists will be Malcolm McMurray (tenor) and Charles high booking rates. Hetherington (bass). The rehearsal starts at 2 pm with the On Saturday May 3 rd we have The Yetties giving another of their unique concerts. performance at 6 pm both in the Lady St Mary Church. Please see Kath Jeeves if you wish to attend. This is always a popular event. Tickets for singers to include tea need to be booked in Then on the evening of June 10th we advance and will cost £8. Music for singers can be provided have a live theatre performance from but please bring your own if you have one. Audience tickets will be £5 on the the Off the Wall Ensemble a local door. There will also be a bring and buy sheet music and classical CD stall. Dorchester based company. Their play, For further details please contact Mrs S. Bartholomew, 27 Stowell Crescent, entitled ‘The Voyage’, is the story of an Wareham BH20 4PT (01929 551302). 18 th century wealthy lady who is sentenced to transportation for life for the murder of her husband. Her adventures commence after she is able BERE REGIS SCOUT GROUP to escape but is then tricked back to captivity and to the ship that is to carry The Scout Group continues to have much success. her to her off to transportation. Remember Them Project Tickets at the door £5.00. The scout section has been undertaking the CM “Remember Them” project for the past eighteen months or so. This was to research names on the Village War Memorial to find out who these men were, some of their background, their military history and where they fought, died and are buried. The project team gave a presentation on their findings at the Drax Hall on Saturday 12 April. The evening was well attended and included descendants of several of those commemorated on the War Memorial. At the end of the evening Mike Parkes, the County Commissioner for Dorset Scouts presented the scouts with their Heritage Badge.

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'DORSET'DORSET FOODFOOD FORFOR THOTHOUGHT' EVENT I. J. SPILLER & SONS A showcase event, to help boost the health of Dorset's residents and improve the Quality interior and exterior painting, food they eat, takes place in the county later this month. decorating, and property maintenance The 'Dorset Food for Thought' event is being led by East Dorset District Council in partnership with the Food Standards Agency, the Government Office of the South Free estimates West and other Dorset councils. It brings together organisations to share ideas and good practice in all things relating to food and health in the county. It takes place 01305 848126 or 01305 848523 on Wednesday, 23 April at AFC . The event provides an ideal opportunity for professionals in the food and health [email protected] fields to come together, share best practice and discuss key issues and challenges facing Dorset and its residents over the coming decade. The event brings together representatives of the NHS, Dorset's local authorities and the voluntary sector. It features a keynote speech from the Food Standards For a no Agency's Head of Public Affairs, Julie Sheppard. obligation free The day also includes workshops and presentations on: RGW quotation · Eating well for older people Decorating Services Phone Russ: · Get cooking in Dorset and Property 01929 · Trading Standards 471628 · Environmental Health Maintenance · Dorset Food and Health Trust For a friendly and reliable Mobile 07989 · Healthy Living Wessex service at affordable prices 342195

· Health Visitors · Nutrition in the community · Food in schools

· Age concern / Women's Institute Each delegate has the opportunity to attend six of the ten workshops and by the end of the conference each will have identified at least three ways they can contribute to food and health issues in Dorset. They will also have established three ways in which the projects can add value to their work. Andy Fairhurst, Food and Safety Manager at East Dorset District Council, said: "This event is a fantastic opportunity to meet people who work in the same field and share thoughts and ideas.

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RECIPE OF THE MONTH Courtesy of Pat House Chicken and Sweetcorn Soup

· 1tbsp Sunflower Oil

· 1tsp Sesame Oil

· 6 Spring Onions, trimmed and chopped

· 1 can Creamed Sweetcorn

· 1tbsp Soy Sauce

· 2tsp Ginger Paste

· 10oz Cooked Chicken, cut into thin strips

· 1 pint Chicken stock

· 1tbsp Sherry. Heat the oils in a saucepan and sauté the spring onions for 1 minute. Add the sweetcorn, Soy Sauce and Ginger paste. Heat until bubbling. Add the chicken and gradually add the stock. Bring to the boil, lower the heat and simmer gently for half an hour. Add the sherry, stir and serve.

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We have a programme of twelve gardens that will certainly make for a delightful day. We hope you will be able to come along and support this event. We look forward to seeing you and pray for fine weather. Planning Pop In Place Poppets – Baby and Toddler Group The Poppets Parent/Carer Baby and Toddler Group meet on a Thursday 1.30pm to 3pm. (during term time). This group provides a useful link for young families a new both as a social occasion and also for friendship. For more information contact Trish on 01929-472418. kitchen or The Pop In Place Performers We are a group of people of all ages and abilities who stage regular Community Performances featuring Dance, Drama, and Music. bathroom? New members of any age will be most welcome. (No children under class 3 age please) We meet on a Thursday 6pm to 7.45pm at the Drax hall, apart from the second Thursday as its Parish Council. To find out more telephone Alison on 01929- 472023. You must register by filling in a registration form and paying £1.00 on your first visit Call your local specialist then 50p per week thereafter. A complete one-stop service

with quality craftsmanship. Additional Help Required Everything from innovative If you are able to spare a few hours to help your community we would welcome you as a Volunteer onto our Project Team. Contact us at the Drax Hall on a design and drawings, to supply Monday or Friday morning or telephone Angela on 01929-472261. and fitting. Authorised dealer for Matchmaker kitchens and approved installer for Ocean Bathrooms, Dates for the Diary 17 th May Razzmatazz and all that Jazz Saturday 3.00pm and 7.00pm Martin 23 rd June Village Quiz Monday 7.30pm

13 th July Open Gardens Sunday 10.00 am to 5.00pm Debenha

01929 472580

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PURBECK DISTRICT COUNCIL REPORT POP IN PLACE NEWS

I thought you might be interested in the works being undertaken between Bere Welcome Regis and the Bakers Arms by Dorset County Council (DCC) to make the road safer. Next month I will report on the results of the elections being held elsewhere We extend a welcome to anyone who comes through in Purbeck. the door so why not pop in for a tea/coffee and a social conversation. We meet on Monday and Friday mornings A35 Bere Regis to Bakers Arms Route Management Scheme from 10.00am to 12.00noon. Programme of Education, Engineering and Enforcement Measures/Actions Annual General Meeting Proposed Measure Original Comments/Action Timescale The Annual General Meeting took place on the 25 th April 2008. We heartily thank all of the people who have supported the Pop In Place over the last year. An DCC to undertake audit of all official Dec 2006 Audit completed Jan 07. Works to expression of thanks was given to all the Volunteers who have given their time to and unofficial lay-bys on route improve 1 unofficial run the project.

lay-by at Lane End completed 21st Feb. Remaining ‘Razzmatazz and all that Jazz’ Variety Show – Saturday 17 th unofficial lay-bys closed. Verges re- instated at these sites. May – 3.00pm and 7.00pm We look forward to our ‘Razzmatazz and all that Jazz’ Variety Show on Saturday DCC to replace cat’s eyes on A35 Dec 2006 Works completed April 07 17 th May 2008. (Please note, by popular demand, we will also be running a matinee performance at 3.00pm.) This show will be featuring song, dance, DCC to install new high-visibility solar Jan/Feb Implemented Jan 07 drama, poetry and instrumentals; all performed by local people. powered cat’s eyes at Morden Mill Bend 2007 and MPC There will be two performances: the matinee at 3.00pm and the evening at 7.00pm. Tickets are available cost £ 3-50 each; book in advance to avoid disappointment. DCC to undertake tree canopy and Feb/Mar Works completed June 2007 hedge/verge maintenance and 2007 improvements between Woodbury Cross and Morden Park Corner Village Quiz – Monday 23 rd June – 7.30pm

rd DCC to re-line all road markings Mar 2007 Implemented March 07 The Pop In Place will be running the Village Quiz on Monday 23 June 2008. This between Woodbury Cross and MPC event has proved to be a popular occasion for a fun filled evening. Please enter a team of four people at the cost of £ 1-00/person. We will also be running a raffle. Everyone is most welcome. DCC to provide appropriate lengths of Apr/May New road surface provided as part anti-skid road surface on approaches to 2007 of widening MPC improvements. Works completed Open Gardens 2008 18 th Feb 2008. This year’s ‘Open Gardens’ is from 10.00am to 5.00pm on 13 th July 2008. DCC to undertake on-going evaluation On-going Evaluation of practical driver of all measures implemented refresher sessions very

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A35 Bere Regis to Bakers Arms Route Management Scheme Additional Measures Identified/Undertaken

Additional Measure Comments/Action

Undertake bat survey in tree canopy Survey undertaken 14 March 2007 revealed no bats in Bere Regis to MPC tree canopy.

Provide yellow backed chevrons at New chevrons at Poole Hill bend deployed May 07. Swingate bend near MPC and at Poole Hill bend near Bere Regis Await development of new policy on provision of Lattix posts due to increased costs of materials.

Request received for provision of Scheme assessed for feasibility and priority new footway in Slepe. Supported by assessment in Oct. & Upton TC Scheme did not score highly in priority assessment and is not in current programme.

Surgery Surgeries are held on the first Saturday of every month. These are held at the communal Lounge in Turbeville Court in Bere Regis from 09.30 a.m. to 10.00 a.m. and in the Village Club from 10.30 a.m. to 11.00 a.m. If you have any questions or queries related to the business of Purbeck District Council please come along. If anyone wants to contact me and cannot get to the surgery my email address is [email protected].

Peter Wharf, District Councillor

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TIME FOR A QUIZ ---- ANSWERS TO LAST MONTH’S BRAIN TEASER Thanks to Jackie Macintosh Countryside Tree Surgeons Ltd These are known facts. Professionals specialising The numbers are part of the sentence as in the first one - 1 Foot in the Grave

in all aspects of tree and 1 F in the G hedge care by NPTC 2 Q in a C 2 quavers in a crotchet 3 B in a T 3 books in a trilogy  Tree Surgery Tel: 01929 472783 4 P in a B 4 pecks in a bushel 5 L and 2 F 5 loaves and 2 fishes  Fencing Mob: 07979 447777 6 N to W the L 6 numbers to win the lottery  Hedge Call Wayne Pitman for a free no 7 S to an F P P 7 sides to a fifty pence piece trimming obligation quotation 8 P on a C 8 points on a compass  Site clearance Fully insured 10 M in a C 10 millimetres in a centimetre 11 F of A B 11 fingers of Anne Boleyn 12 L of H 12 labours of Hercules

13 M in a L Y 13 lunar months in a year RAGAMUFFINS PRE SCHOOL 14 L in a S 14 lines in a sonnet 15 D on a C F 15 digits on a clock face Thank you all so much for your support with the 200 Club Draw. We sold all the tickets and the first Draw was held on 16 W P on a C B 16 white pieces on a chess board Friday, 11 th April and the winners were – 17 A for a F D L 17 age for a full driving licence 1st - £25 - Mrs. Sarah Brady, Bere Regis 18 M V A minimum voting age 2nd - £10 - Mrs. Sandra Phillips, Upton

3rd - £5 - Mr. Charles Tibbey, Bere Regis 19 is A A OF S in the V W 19 average age of soldiers in We are still frantically fundraising and are hoping to hold a Sponsored Absail the Vietnam war where we need at least 10 brave souls to absail down the water tower at Tower 20 F O in a P 20 fluid ounces in a pint Park! in the Autumn Term, we are also running the refreshment stall at the Football

Tournament again this year on Saturday, 7 th June, with a Sponsored Trike Ride for the children on Monday, 14 th July. Our Breakfast Clubs are working well and we now have more children attending,

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although if anyone wants an early start we are able to take more, especially on a STEELE ROSE & CO Friday morning. The after school club only has three children, but this facility is run in conjunction with the School and is purely to assist working parents, but we are Will Writers and Legal Services able to take more children if the need arises, and would love to have enough children to run a separate group for the 2 to 5 year olds. (See Times and Session Do you have a Will and is it up to date? sheet below). Do you wish to protect your house from care costs This term the children are learning about the Do you wish to nominate guardians? Seashore and as part of this topic we are visiting the Weymouth Sea Life Centre. We have turned Do you wish to nominate attorneys to look after your affairs if you our home corner into a beach (no sand/water become unable? unfortunately!), and have obtained two goldfish for the children to look after. We will be talking We specialise in Wills and Inheritance Tax mitigation. about and making summer foods, i.e. lollipops, sandwiches and ice creams, and making freezes Instructions are taken in the comfort and privacy of your home. for the walls of seaside scenes. For further information please call your local consultant If anyone would be interested in enrolling their

child (ages from 2 to 4 years) at Ragamuffins, Robin Gainsford, Grebe Cottage, 19 Briantspuddle. please contact Tracy on 01929-472125. We accept Child care vouchers, and are able to accept government funding in the 01929 471419 07768 395085 term following the child’s 3 rd birthday – please ring for more details.

Members of and regulated by the Society of Will Writers

BREAKFAST A.M. LUNCH PM AFTER CLUB SESSION CLUB SESSION SCHOOL (+ breakfast) CLUB 1

MONDAY 8.00 – 9 .00 – 11.30 – 12.45 – 3.15 – 9.00 A.M. 11.30 A.M. 12.45 P.M. 3.15 P.M. 4.30 P.M.

TUESDAY 8.00 – 9 .00 – 11.30 – 12.45 – 3.15 – 9.00 A.M. 11.30 A.M. 12.45 P.M. 3.15 P.M. 4.30 P.M.

WEDNESDAY 8.00 – 9.00 – 11.30 – 12.45 – 3.15 – 9.00 A.M. 11.30 A.M. 12.45 P.M. 3.15 P.M. 4.30 P.M.

THURSDAY 9.00 – 11.30 – 12.45 – ------11.30 AM. 12.45 P.M. 3.15 P.M. ------

FRIDAY 9 .00 – 11.30 – ------11.30 A.M. 12.45 P.M. ------

2 yrs £4.50 £6.25 £3.00 £6.25 £4.00 3 years + £3.50 £6.25 £3.00 £6.25 £3.00

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RBL WOMEN’S SECTION

In March, the RBL women’s Section were host to the Isle of Purbeck Group meeting. There were 33 visitors from other brances and although I was away on holiday I have good reports that all went well. It was pleasing to know that some of the younger members were helping. Any monies raised on the night go to Group Benevolent. As the Cmairman was unable to attend our March meeting, the Secretary took the chair. This meeting took the form of members reading poems, telling stories with a few jokes thrown in. One of the members read Pam Ayres. A most enjoyable afternoon. Instead of tea and biscuits, our Treasurer treated us to Hot Cross Buns which were delicious. The meeting ended with out usual raffle. Flowers for the Cenotaph in May - Mrs Janet Spicer and Mrs Jean Boones. Eileen Maidment - 471616

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Pauline Stevenson,

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will consist of 2 two bedroom houses and 2 three bedroom houses. In addition there are 4 two bedroom apartments at West Street, Corfe Castle, a mixture of 2 and 3 bedrooms at Lawrence Place, East Burton Road in Wool and Western Gate in and 2 three bedroom houses at Flower Meadow, Harman’s Cross. All of the homes have gas central heating and benefit from a contemporary style kitchen complete with oven, hob & extractor hood and a white bathroom suite with with co-ordinated tiling and chrome fittings. There are fitted carpets throughout with cushion vinyl flooring in the kitchen and bathroom. Each of the homes has allocated parking. Indicative prices for a 2 bedroom apartment at our West Street, Corfe Castle development start from £70,000 for a 40% share based on an open market value of £175,000. Susan Berry, Sales and Marketing Manager said, “The schemes we have in the Purbeck area are very impressive. We are thrilled to have sold all of the homes in the first phase of the scheme at Purbeck Gate in Wool. It is a fantastic scheme with a lovely mixture of two and three bedroom homes with really good size rooms and super views across Dorset. Phase 2 of this scheme will be available in the summer and we also have the other schemes at Wool, Corfe Castle, Lytchett Matravers and Harman’s Cross. The schemes are for local people who are living and/or working in the Purbeck area. If this sounds like you then give us a call to arrange a viewing, we are confident that you will like what you will see.” Many of the homes will be ready shortly and the others will be available BERE REGIS WILDLIFE WATCH throughout the year. If you are interested in finding out more information about any of the above properties including prices and availability please call the Home Just a reminder of the walk of the walk on the DWT Higher Ownership Team at Raglan Housing Association on 01202 645996 or email Hyde Heath nature reserve at 10.00am on Saturday 10th [email protected] or visit our website www.raglan.org. May.

MARATHON APPEAL

The trio managed to complete the Paris Marathon and we have raised £1200 so far with lots more to come, we hope. For The car park to the the record, our average finish time was reserve shares the 4hrs 7mins 47 secs. Thanks to everybody same entrance as the who sponsored and supported us. Hanson's quarry The Champagne Sweepstake winner offices on the wasn't a Bere Regis resident Road 100 metres west unfortunately. of the road to East Dorset Golf Club.

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Logs from the lumberjack Seasoned Hardwood Logs (no softwood) Cut and split to customers’ requirements

Reg Adams Pennyside Full Nissan Cabstar load - local delivery Bere Regis, Wareham BH20 7JJ

from £90 01929 471468 Minimum delivery 1/2 load (local only) £50 ‘Barn Dry’ logs (1/2 load equivalent to ‘pick-up’ load) prices on request

SHARED OWNERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES IN THE BEAUTIFUL AREA OF PURBECK

with Raglan Housing Association Raglan Housing Association has over 30 brand new affordable homes to buy on a part buy part rent basis throughout the Purbeck area of Dorset. The homes which have all been built to a high specification are available in Wool, Lytchett Matravers, Corfe Castle and Harman’s Cross. The schemes have a mixture of 2 and 3 bedroom houses together with some 2 bedroom apartments. Shared Ownership is a part buy, part rent scheme which enables first time buyers to take their first steps onto the property ladder. The person buying the home pays a mortgage on the share that they purchase either 40% or 50% and pays rent to Raglan Housing Association for the remainder but this does not mean that they share their home with anyone else. The homes for sale are available to eligible applicants who are living and working in the Purbeck area or can demonstrate a strong local connection. Purbeck Gate in Wool is a phased development with all of the homes in the Phase 1 now sold. Phase 2 will be available to buy in the summer of this year and

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BERE REGIS YOUTH ‘LENNY’S’

How time flies!, it hardly seems yesterday that the club re-opened following the Christmas and New Year break and already Easter has also come and gone. However, the youth club has not been lying dormant through the early months of 2008. As part of their winter programme the young members have been taking part in many varied activities. These have included a Games Night were they have been able to play darts, computer and card games. A New Years Party was also run for the first time at the youth club this year and everyone attending had a really enjoyable evening, so it looks like becoming another fixture on the club calendar. Enamelling took place at the end of January with everyone sorting out copper blanks on which they laid out their chosen design using coloured powers. Once an artwork had been completed it was carefully placed into the searing heat of the small electric furnace. After a few minutes in the furnace the item was removed and allowed to cool before being carefully cleaned off. After a few minutes of cleaning the artwork looked resplendent with its brightly coloured and shinny surface, it was then just a matter of deciding if the item should be made into a brooch, badge or a fridge magnet. Continuing the Arts and Craft Theme Clay Modelling was another successful activity in early February. Member spent the evening cutting chunks from a large lump of modelling clay, then working it into a soft and pliable state which could then be rolled and shaped into the desired shape. At the end of the session there were model animals, heart shapes, cars and much more to be seen heading off home with the young people. Model Making continued at the end of the month but on this occasion the members were supplied with a choice of designs pre-printed onto sheets of paper. Designs ranging from tanks, cars, planes, helicopters, space craft to the Eiffel Tower, some of the designs were really difficult requiring a great deal of skill and patience. At least everyone had a go and went home looking well satisfied with their finished models. By way of a break from Arts and Crafts the ever popular Give Us a Clue made a welcome return. Members being split into two teams that took turns trying to guess the titles of TV Shows, Films, Books, etc. This event always produces a few laughs as members try their best to inform their team members of the answer. March brought another Games Night where members had the choice of the

52 45 May 2008 May 2008 games they wanted to play. Some members brought along their own Nintendo DS games and challenged one another; others played cards or had a game of darts. BERE REGIS FIRST SCHOOL This was followed by the first Music Night of the year when members spent an evening listening to their choice of music. The more adventurous spent time dancing and singing along to the music. All Change? We’ve just entered the third term of this To end off the month “Hair” made School Year and the Staff are already looking a return to the programme, no not ahead to the next. Not that we’re fed up of the Mad March kind, but the type our current classes, of course! This is the time to be found on one’s head, well when we have to plan the transition for the not all of us to be correct. Those children from each class to the next. attending were provided with a selection of combs, brushes and The Reception Class staff will soon begin visits across to Ragamuffins to let the hair colourings, the type that ‘rising five’ pre-school group know who we are. We spend half an hour each week washes out easily. The sparkly gold reading a story, finding out each-other’s names and getting to know one another. and bronze being most popular After half-term, the group comes over to the main school to familiarise themselves with shocking pink and bright blue with the Reception classroom, play in the sand and make something to take were close behind. As the young home to Mum or Dad. We find that these sessions, added to the home visits that members were off school at that we make, mean that starting school is a lot less traumatic than it was in my day! time at least they did not have the worry of washing it out before The current Reception class, like the Year Ones and Twos, will spend a few sessions bedtime. getting used to both their new situation and teacher-to-be. Our Year Threes will stay put in September, simply changing their title to “Year Fours”. Parents’ The Spring Programme has just started with Fimo Modelling and this is to be meetings will introduce Mums and Dads to their child’s new teacher and give followed by Mosaic Pictures just to keep the arts and crafts theme going. A Chill information about the coming School year. Out Night and Dominoes Challenge event are added in just for good measure. As for the oldest children in the school, the Year Fours, the change to Middle As always new members are most welcome: School is perhaps the biggest change of all. The transition starts with a visit from our colleagues at Sandford Middle School, Miss Barton (Head of Year Five) and her Membership Fees: Seniors £5 (12 and over) – Juniors £3 (8 to 11). team, Miss Neil and Miss Hudson. At this visit, Mrs. Bennett is able to share Just call in on any club night between 7.30 and 9.00 pm or contact the leader. information about the individual needs, strengths and challenges of our children. In return the Middle School teachers give the children an idea of what to expect Terry Vine Youth Leader Tel: 01929 471693 in September. As far as possible each child will be placed in a class with at least one other Bere Regis pupil – the children are asked to write the names of close friends and anyone they’d rather not be with and this is taken into account.

Later in the term we have ‘Swap Day’ to look forward to, where the Year Fours spend a day at Sandford Middle, ride on the bus and eat in the canteen. The Year Fives will make a very welcome return to Bere Regis School. We staff are always amazed how much they have grown: they spend the day looking far too cool for school and commenting on how small everything is, but still enjoy playing with the toys! So the year goes on. Though the Summer term is long it flies by. When all of the topics are finished and our assessments are done it is time to say goodbye and move on. Transitions are often difficult for children and parents but we hope that by starting early we will make each move as smooth and informed as possible. Debbie Tibbey, Deputy Head, Bere Regis First School 46 51 May 2008 May 2008

There was an overall prize for the highest Stableford score on 27 holes and that went to, you guessed it, Julian Flower WAYFINDERS - well done Vice. April takes us to Wheathill Golf Club near Castle Cary, Part of the Dorset Somerset, where we play the Whitbread Shield pairs Partnership for Older comp.

Captain Debo People Programme

Your local Wayfinder has a huge list of contacts and information to help you find out about most things you can think of. If they don't immediately have the information to hand then they will go and research the answer for you. Some of the things they can help you with are details of local lunch clubs and social events, learning opportunities and outings. You may need to know about public transport, how to get to the hospital or transport to visit your doctor.

Maybe you could do with some help around the house or in the garden, but don’t know who to trust? Your Wayfinder can help you find the right person. If you have a form or letter which is worrying you or you wonder if you may be entitled to some Sponsored Chest Wax extra money each week then your Wayfinder can put you in touch with someone else who can help you. Very many thanks to all ROGS members and others who supported our President The Wayfinder project is managed by Age Concerns in and Treasurer in the recent fundraising activity he painfully undertook to provide Bournemouth and Dorchester much needed additional income for The Cherries. To contact your local Wayfinder, Chris, you can phone them on As the letter shows, the fantastic sum of 07971 338670 or 01305 213345. Or you can email wayfinder - £455 was raised. No doubt you’re now a [email protected] bit ‘prickly’ Bobber!!!! For general information about the Wayfinder Project contact [email protected]

50 47 May 2008 May 2008 President - Russell White R O G S Captain - Martin c/o Mr G R Storey, Secretary ROGS Debenham 9 Boswells Close, Bere Regis, BH20 7JE Secretary - Guy Storey Telephone:- 01929 471041 Dorset Golf and Country Club www.bereregis.com e-mail: [email protected] Golf Days held every month, usually the last Friday, from February through to October. Friday 28 th March – GRS Trophy V E N U E S 2008 Well, what a turn out. 36 players in all, including guests. DATE TROPHY VENUE WINNER We were welcomed at the Dorset course with bacon rolls Friday 29th February Members Challenge Cup Barton on Sea GC Chris Sumner and coffee and for the first time the society played 27 holes with the first 9 being a

Friday 28th March GRS Trophy Dorset Golf & Country Julian Flower three club challenge. We were clearly going for a record again as, yes, it rained and not just the gentle spring rain, but a complete downpour! Although some Friday 25th April Whitbread Shield Wheathill GC members did give up and walked in (not being of sterner stuff) the majority of the field battled on. Rob Parry won the challenge with a very respectful 21 points - Friday 30th May Captain’s Cup Romsey GC well played Rob. Friday 27th June Landlord’s Cup Dunwood Manor GC We then went back into the clubhouse for a very welcoming bangers and mash Friday 25th July Jim Corbin Cup Moors Valley GC lunch which was much needed after battling the elements. The good news was as we were having lunch the rain went, and the sun came out so apart from the Friday 29th August President’s Cup Salisbury & South Wilts odd shower a dry round of golf was had by all. Friday 26th Rob Hall Trophy Crane Valley GC Unfortunately we were missing Mr Price as Friday 31st October Zoom Trophy Came Down GC I am reliably informed he had to go on a course to learn how to tie up his shoelace ROGS on tour - Meon Valley Golf & Country Club (6th - 8th June 2008). and evidently had to go the following Annual Cricket Match and BBQ - Sunday 3rd August 2008 Friday to learn how to do the other one. ROGS on tour - Costa Brava 10th - 17th October 2008 We do hope he makes the next game AGM - Bere Regis Sports Club. (tbc) and isn’t completely tied up in knots. Christmas Cup of Good Cheer/Dinner Dance - Bulbury Woods - 13th December Julian, the proud dad of a baby girl, Flower, (I got the news the day of writing this) won the GRS Trophy with a massive 40 points playing off 8 with Mark Teed in 2nd on a count back over Roger Johns both with 32 points. We ran the 2’s comp on both matches, so big pot. There were no winners in the morning so it was carried over to the afternoon and there were three winners, Shaun Brady on the 4 th Mike Speer on the 7 th and Paul Ebsworth on the 17 th. . On the Woodland 3 club challenge, guest Dave Wright won nearest the pin on the 22nd hole and Julian Flower on the 24 th hole. Julian, the howling mad, Flower won the longest drive with a monster I am told, on the Lakeland course with Mike Speer winning nearest the pin and Chris Sumner taking nearest pin in 2 on the 18 th .

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