Downsman February 10.pub

February 2010
The Parish of Sixpenny Handley
with Pentridge
Including: Woodyates, Deanland and Minchington
Published by Sixpenny Handley Parish Council
Delivered by Sixpenny Handley Homewatch
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Parish Councillors Sixpenny Handley
Chairman
PARISH DIRECTORY
Cllr D Lockyer ..........
552492
Cllr Mrs R Adams ....
553032
Cllr Mrs P Bailey-Wright.. 552771
Cllr D Chick ..............
552557
Cllr A. Gibb ...............
552704
Cllr S Meaden ...........
552715
Cllr T Reynolds ........
552995
Pentridge
Cllr R. Ferguson .......
552222
Cllr Dr. J Gillespie Smith 552576
Vice Chairman
Cllr Mrs M New .......
552539
Clerk
Gill Martin ..................
552297
Parish Office ..............
552211
District Councillor Cllr S Tong …… 01258-840061
County Councillor Cllr T. Palmer ...........
552321
........................................ Fax: 552405
Member Parliament Robert Walter... 0207 219 6981
Rights of Way Liaison Officers
Sixpenny Handley
Mrs M New ...............
552539
Pentridge
Mrs M. Jones .............
552358
The Downsman Team
Editor
Margaret Thorne ........
553199
Production
Brian Hansford.................. 552468
Advertising
Vicki Dwyer ......................... 553031
Churches
Church of England St. Mary’s, Sixpenny Handley
St. Rumbold’s, Pentridge
St. Andrews, Gussage St.Andrew
Vicar
Rev Mel Durrant, The Vicarage
60 High Street, Sixpenny Handley
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552608
Roman Catholic
Church of Our Lady of Lourdes &
St. Cecilia, Blandford Forum
Priest
Rev. Father Dylan James
The Prestbury, 55 Salisbury Street,
Shaftesbury............. 01747 852125
Doctors
Drs. Nodder, Morgan & Taubman
Dean Lane Surgery ..
552500
Sixpenny Handley Village Hall
Chairman
Carole Wyatt ............
552572
Secretary
Tony Gibb ..................
552704
Treasurer
Paul Skinner ...............
552785
Bookings
Jaqui Blake ..................
552306
Sixpenny Handley Homewatch
Overall Co-ordinator & Police Focal Point
John Curtis ...............
552397
Co-ordinators
Area 1 - Dean Lane Don Penrose .............
552022
2 - Lower Handley Chris Stokes ..............
552672
3 - Upper Handley John Clarke ................
552674
4 - Deanland & N.E. Charles Nodder .......
552292
5 - West & South
Simon Meaden ..........
552715
Other Areas (These are separate Homewatch Schemes)
Pentridge
Roy Elford ..................
552911
Woodyates
Mrs A Adams ............
552675
Police
Wimborne Station.. 01202 222222/
07825 521735
Sixpenny Handley Allotment Holders Association
Chairman
John Curtis .................
552397
Secretary
Jane Laing ...................
553146
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Sixpenny Handley Horticultural Show
Chairman
Brian Hansford ..........
552468
Secretary
Carole Wyatt .............
552572
Entries
Tony Gibb ...................
552704
Schools
First School
Handley First School
552356
Middle School
Cranborne Middle School 517348
Upper School
Queen Elizabeth’s School
Wimborne
01202 885233
The Chase Pre-School
Chairperson
Tilly Stevens ...............
552046
Secretary
Luci Phillips .................
552098
The Chase Pre-School Link Group
Contact
Tilly Stevens ...............
552046
Happy Nappy Club Alison Dunford ..........
552415
Claire Easton ..............
552038
Naomi Booth .............
552430
Vikki Russell ...............
552322
1st Woodcutts Scout Group
Group Scout Leader John Curtis .................
552397
Explorer Leader
Andy Turner ..............
552735
Scout Leader
Rob Easton .................
552038
Cub Leader
Andy Young ................
553166
Beaver Leader
Denise Turner ..........
552735
1st Sixpenny Handley Rainbows
Unit Guider
Jacqui Tarran ..............
552008
Sixpenny Handley W.I. (Formed in 1922)
President
Mrs Maggie Staplehurst
552795
Secretary
Mrs Bobbie Carter ...
552042
Sixpenny Handley Mother’s Union
Leader
Jean Mayne ..................
552692
Secretary
Mary Macleod ...........
552041
Chase Community Friends
Chairman
Vic Hatton ................ 01258 840671
Secretary
Ann Henderson ..........
552279
Sixpenny Handley Sports Association
Chairman
David Cross ...............
552640
Vice Chairman
Patrick Taylor ...........
552187
Secretary/Treasurer Tracey Lownds ..........
552414
Bookings
Bea Boyland ................
552805
Sixpenny Handley Bowls Club
President
Brian Hansford ..........
552468
Secretary
Bea Boyland ................
552805
Treasurer
Patrick Taylor ............
552187
Handley Sports Club
Chairman
Mark Young ................
552741
Secretary
Brian Hansford ..........
552468
Team Manager Div 2 Mark Young ................
552741
Asst. Team Manager Stuart Haskell ............
Handley Sports U11s and U12s
Manager
Adam Day............... 01258 452481
Sixpenny Handley Tennis Club.................
Chairman
Tracey Lownds ..........
552414
Membership/Treasurer Sue Smith ...............
552225
Sixpenny Handley Cricket Club
Evening Captain
David Cross ...............
552640
Secretary
Frances Churchill ......
552868
Citizens Advice Bureau
Wimborne Branch ………………………. 01202 884738
Ferndown Branch ……………………….. 01202 893838
Out of Hours Service ……………………. 08444 772022
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The Downsman
February 2010
Welcome to the latest edition of The Downsman.
Editor: Margaret Thorne, Parish Office, Unit 5B, Town Farm Workshops, Sixpenny Handley
Email: editor@thedownsman.org.uk
Sixpenny Handley with Pentridge Parish Council
Parish Office:
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February 2010
From David Lockyer,
Chairman of the Parish Council
After nearly 5 years as Clerk to the Parish Council, Chris Snape has decided to move on to
other pastures and the Appointment of Clerk was assumed by Gill Martin at the beginning of
January. Chris’s time as Clerk has seen many changes, not least in the considerable increase
in administrative work and associated bureaucracy with which Parish and Town Councils
now have to contend. The Council is most grateful for his contribution, are saddened at his
departure but wish him the very best in his future activities and pursuits.
Gill has been Assistant Clerk for some years and is no stranger to the nature and demands of
the job. The Parish Office will continue to be open at the usual times; any requests for
information not answered immediately may be left on the office answer phone which will be
responded to as soon as possible. Councillors’ names and telephone numbers are shown on
the inside cover of The Downsman; they are available to be contacted if necessary.
Clerk’s Corner
In view of the above, I am giving below a reminder of the office hours when I am available in the
Parish Office for any queries, etc.
TUESDAYS
THURSDAYS
10.00 am – 12.00 noon
6.00 pm – 7.30 pm
If there are occasions when I cannot keep to these times, I will show a sign on the door.
Also, a reminder that we stock: Black Rubbish Bags; Green Recycling Bags and Orange Garden
Rubbish Bags.
Planning Application Update
Applications
3/09/0997 - 11 High Street, Sixpenny Handley - Change of use of Ground Floor from Hardware
Shop to Self-Contained Flat.
3/09/0986 - Whitey Top Farm Pentridge, New agricultural barn.
Results
3/09/0901 - Bodenham Cottage, 5 The Hollow - Erect house and double garage - Permitted.
3/09/0926 - 67 High Street, Sixpenny Handley - Open front porch extension and replacement
single storey rear extension to form utility room and w.c. - Permitted.
3/09/0948 - Handley First School - Pre-school building and access ramp - Permitted.
3/09/0997 - 11 High Street, Sixpenny Handley - As above - Refused.
Gill Martin
Village Websites – Spreading the Word
There are several different websites operating within the parish all with their different messages. In
an effort to interlink the information the council intends to publish links to all that it is aware of. If
you run a website which is not already linked on www.sixpennyhandley.org, then please send the
link and contact details to the Parish Office at sixpennyhandley@dorsetparishes.gov.uk. It is also
intended to publish a list of websites in the next issue of the Downsman.
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THANK YOU
On behalf of the whole village the Parish Council would like to extend a very big thank
you to Dee Broadway for her efforts to produce such a magnificent transformation to the
new bus shelter in time for the festive season. What a superb piece of artwork.
WHAT A PITY!
That someone saw fit to steal the Snowman and Father Christmas. If anyone knows of
their whereabouts could they please return them to the Parish Office.
CHRISTMAS AT THE BUS SHELTER
About ten days before Christmas I was asked by Mr
Simon Meaden, a Parish Councillor, if I could paint
something to brighten up the bus shelter for the
festive season. I wasn’t sure if I could paint
something in such a short time; however I did have
some decorations that I had made and painted for
my only grandson’s first Christmas in England,
namely a sledge, snowman and Father Christmas
and which I had kept for a number of years.
Against the better judgment of my husband and Mr
Meaden, I said they could be used.
Both men
thought that they would be vandalised but I
stupidly thought they would be appreciated and not
spoilt or stolen.
I wonder if whoever ripped them down and stole
them will have the courage to confess to this and
also apologise to Mr Simon Meaden and Mr David
Chick, both extremely busy men who do so much
for this Parish and who gave up their time to screw
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everything to the walls of the shelter including the
Nativity scene, which I did finish in time after
working for several days in a very cold garage.
Both men also put lights on the Christmas tree,
although one bulb was taken so that the lights did
not work.
Just remember: it’s very easy to be brave in a
crowd, but it takes courage to stand on your own.
Sorry is one word, but it means so much, so
whoever you are, and you know who you are,
please apologise to everyone – it’s still not too late,
and please return the figures even if they have been
damaged.
I would also like to point out that Christmas 2010
will be better as, hopefully, we shall all make more
time to decorate and light up the bus shelter.
Many people appreciated what we did: you will not
destroy other people’s pleasure, no matter how
you try.
Deidre Broadway
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At Sixpenny Handley First School
Friday 19thth March
7.30 – 10.30pm
Come and join in this fun filled evening at the
school where you really don't have to be a genius
£7.00 to include a
Ploughman's Supper.
Please bring drinks with you
and nibbles if you wish.
Teams of up to 6 people.
You don't have to be part of a team to enter,
but if you have a completed team please let us
know upon entry.
There will also be a raffle at this event.
For entry please contact the School Office on
01725 552356 before the 15th March.
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February 2010
A LETTER FROM THE SURGERY
DID YOU KNOW?
All the staff at both surgeries want to thank the
very many people who sent cards, biscuits, chocolates and bottles for us to enjoy. We are particularly grateful as we know that these last
twelve months have been difficult ones for many
of you.
The Met Office have notified the Department for
Work and Pensions that 3 periods of very cold
weather have occurred in the SP5 postcode area
between 1 November 2009 and 13 January 2010,
triggering Cold Weather Payments.
If you have qualified for Cold Weather Payments
since 1 November 2009 and live in this postcode
area, you are due to receive 3 Cold Weather
Payments. Please bear in mind that you should
not expect payment immediately. It normally
takes up to 12 days to process a payment.
The snow and ice have caused problems for
people all over the country. This, for us, has
been compounded by staff sickness. We would
like to apologise that it has not been possible for
us to maintain a normal service during the last
few weeks and thank you for being patient with
us when we have had to cancel and/or reappoint
you.
COMMON ROAD CAR PARK
For a number of reasons we are experiencing
difficulties in obtaining some drugs. This is a
national problem and is unlikely to improve in
the near future. Our dispensing team do their
best to meet your requests within 48 hours
(excluding weekends) but we do not have the
facilities to hold large amounts of stock. There is
no need to you to stockpile drugs, but if you are
able to order your repeat medication 3 or 4 days
before you run out, it would take some of the
pressure out of the system. If you leave it until
you have less than two days’ supply left, we
cannot guarantee that we will be able to obtain
your medication in time.
We would just like to say a huge thank you to all
who helped us with 'Stage One' of the car park.
Thank you to Richard Adlem for agreeing to surrender part of the field and being very helpful on
the day. Thank you to Dave Swift who very generously brought his digger down for the day and
was invaluable in getting the site level. Thanks,
also, to Paul Maidment for doing some levels for
us, and to Michelle Austin for the hot cups of tea
(much needed!)
A great community effort. Thank you.
David Chick and Simon Meaden
WELL DONE!
Well done, Jacob, on another great motox
season! You worked hard for some terrific
trophies. Good luck for the new season
racing with Poole and Parkstone mx club.
Sixpenny Handley Bowls Club
We had our Hamper day at the beginning of
December and George won the hamper, with Doris a
close second. Well done, both of you.
We played a few matches, but with the Christmas
period and then the bad weather, we have not done
much since. We had to cancel a match, but hope to
play that soon.
Lots of love from
Dad, Mum, Zoe, Fiona and Harvey,
Granny and Granddad
Unfortunately, due to the weather we also had to
cancel our Fun Day, but we hope to be able to hold
that later in the season. In the meantime, anyone is
always very welcome to come and join us on a Sunday
afternoon in the Village Hall! You might like it if you
try! Enjoy the rest of the season.
Bea Boyland
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February 2010
FOREST FORGE
Present
FREE FOLK
“New writing with bite”
Sixpenny Handley Village Hall
Thursday 11th March at 7 for 7.30
Forest Forge brings you the world premiere of a new play by the award-winning
playwright Gary Owen (his play ‘Shadow of a Boy’ was recently staged at the Royal
National Theatre). Free Folk is a comedy about living in a free country and never being
able to do what you really want to! A joyful and witty exploration of what it is to live in
the rural Britain of today.
Tickets: £7.50, £6 (U18), £24 Family
available on the door or in advance from:
Tony Gibb 01725 552704
or
Brady Turner, The Walnut Gallery 01725 552836
Supported by Arts Council South West, East Dorset District and Dorset County Councils
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February 2010
PARISH 2010 EVENTS DIARY
For Sixpenny Handley and surrounding area
By kind permission of Steve and Chris Preedy
there will be at
The Post Office, High Street, Sixpenny Handley
THE PARISH 2010 EVENTS DIARY
FOR ALL CLUBS AND ORGANISATIONS TO LIST
EVENTS FOR THE COMING YEAR 2010
(Just ask Steve or Chris for diary)
It is hoped that clubs and organisations can give details of their arranged
events well in advance and perhaps avoid too many “happenings”
on the same date or period!
SHReD
There is no easy way to say this, but as from1st April 2010 SHReD will no longer be able to
continue. The project was 5 years in the planning and has been operational for 2 years, but is,
unfortunately, not financially viable, and although many villagers are very happy with the service there
has generally been a lack of volunteers and interest in the scheme.
On behalf of our small committee I would like to thank both the Post Office and the Hardware Stores
for their support in selling our bags for which they receive no personal gain. A big thank you must also
go to the Parish Council for their support and to our SHReD members, who I know will be very
unhappy with this news.
Environmentally it was a great idea and a worthwhile project but without the necessary funding and
helpers it can no longer be sustained.
We will continue to research the possibilities of future garden waste disposal for our community here
in Sixpenny Handley and SHReD will continue to collect garden waste until the end of March.
Rita Taylor (Company Secretary)
THE CHASE GARDEN CLUB
The Chase Garden Club meets on the last Thursday of each month at 8 pm
for lectures, slides, garden visits etc.
For more information phone Peter and Sue Evans 01725 552270 or Gill Carter on 01725 552030.
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BLACK ELDERBERRY PREVENTS
SWINE FLU!
Studies carried out in October 2009 by
Retroscreen Virology, a leading British medical
research institute associated with Queen Mary
College, University of London, have proved that
Black Elderberry extract is effective against swine
flu; at least 68.37% effective.
In fact, it has been proven that Black Elderberry
extract is extremely effective against most
influenza viruses including avian flu. The reason
why Black Elderberry is so effective against flu
viruses is because it contains significant amounts of
anthocyanins (the purple pigment in black
elderberries) which have been proved to have a
significantly higher level of antioxidants than other
common antioxidants including vitamin C. The
anthocyanins in Black Elderberry boosts
production of cytokines (which are proteins that
act as messengers within our immune system) that
boost our body’s immune response and so
cytokines are released into the blood stream or
directly into affected body tissues forming a crucial
part of our body’s response to disease. Many
studies have shown that Black Elderberry extract,
otherwise known as Sambucus nigra, supports the
increased production of interleukins, which have
been proven to have tumour and infection-fighting
properties. Virus and cancer cells are continually
under attack and being disabled within our bodies
by our immune system. It is when our immunity is
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low that viruses and cancer cells can start to grow
as the immune defences are not strong enough to
prevent them.
Black Elderberry extract also contains significantly
high levels of flavonoids, which are extremely
potent antioxidants; in fact the flavonoids in fruit
especially protect antioxidant vitamins from
oxidising and thereby reducing their effectiveness.
So I feel that Black Elderberry should become part
of everyone’s winter armour against any flu virus
that may be around. I have been taking it, both last
winter and this year, and have found it to be very
effective. I have a pack of Black Elderberry Extract
lozenges, which have stopped a sore throat
developing in minutes so I’m extremely impressed
with that!
Black Elderberry extract, in either lozenge, capsule
or liquid form can be bought at Boots, Holland &
Barrett, or online from Higher Nature, Your
Nutrition Shop, Goodness Direct, Your Health
Food Store, The Nutri Centre and Nature’s Clock.
So here’s wishing you all a belated Happy and
Healthy New Year.
Sheila Ralph M.H., BSYA(Natur.), Irid.), N.Th.), Ad.C.M.A.)
(I.H.), (Kin.), (Allergy Dip.).
Master Herbalist, Naturopath, Iridology, Nutrition, Acupressure & Tui’na, Indian Head Massage and Kinesiology & Allergy
Detection practitioner.
Clinic at Sixpenny Handley. Contact 01725 552265 or
www.bcchc.co.uk for further information
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February 2010
CARDS
WHIST
The inclement weather that
arrived during the run-up to
Christmas and continues [as we
near mid-January] to effect vast
swathes of the country caused
the cancellation on 6 January of
round 9, and the halfway point,
in the 2009-2010 competition.
Thus, my report concerns the
pre-Christmas position of the
leading players which presently
shows Stuart Haskell heading the
table with an aggregate score of
1295 points, 7 better that Gerald
Trickey on 1288. Apart from an
early reign by Mary Penny, Stuart
and Gerald have more or less
dominated the top two places
since round 4 with neither player
being able to establish a
dominant lead over the other. Meanwhile, Edie Langley from Ashmore continues to cling on to
3rd place, her present total reading 1274 to your scribe’s 1263.
However, with 9 rounds remaining it is far too early to say that
the top 10 players will still be in
contention when it comes to
May and the final round. But,
from past experience those who
hold sway at the turn of the year
usually manage to hold to hold
off challengers, even though their
final placings may slip a place or
two.
Positions 5 to 10 are held by
Daphne Killeen [1250], Nora
Davis [1248], Ruth Hustings
[1245], Doris Gibson [1241],
Doug Haskell [1240] and David
Brine [1236]. Casting a shadow
over the lesser top 10 places are
a group of players who have
scored well but who have missed
one or more of the qualifying
rounds. Provided that they
continue to card decent results,
then their overall average score
will be taken into consideration
and this may well cause an upset
or two! Presently doing well are
Susie White with 1153 points
accrued from 7 rounds at an
average of 164; likewise John
Davis on 1141 and averaging 163
while Chris Napier has an
average of 165 from 6 rounds
with Peter Braithwaite nudging
161 from a similar number of
rounds played.
Finally, it gives me very great
pleasure to report that the
Christmas drive was a huge
success and it would be very
remiss of me not to thank all
who
contributed
such
magnificent prizes that, once
again, enabled the Sixpenny
Handley Christmas drive to be
such a popular event. Ray
Parsons, once a regular attender
but now a visitor, made the
highest score while Marge
Poolman ran him a very close
second. I also take the
opportunity to thank Fred
Denham who for many years
was Master of Ceremonies at
the Sixpenny Handley drives.
This mantle of responsibility has
now passed to Stuart Haskell
who with Chris and Doug
marshalled the Christmas drive
to perfection. Also, much
appreciation is expressed to John
and Nora Davis for undertaking
the task of shopping for prizes
for each of the rounds.
BRIDGE Following a superb
Christmas lunch at Rushmore
Golf Club an afternoon session
of bridge followed during which
Brian and Shelia Bradley rounded
off their day by bidding and making a small slam in clubs. The
Tuesday afternoon sessions at
the Sports Pavilion have resumed
with 2010 kicking off with 10
players present and playing two
tables of 5.
Bill Chorley
Village Hall 100 Club Winners
November
1st
£25
95
Mrs L. Starr
December
1st
£25
2nd
£25
88
Mrs Phibbs
2nd
3rd
£15
129
Mrs Parsons
3rd
4th
£10
41
34
Mrs W. Judd
£15
147
Mrs Bradley
£10
17
Mrs E. Parker
Mrs Collins
The 100 Club is run in aid of the Village Hall.
If you would like to join for £1 a month, please contact Bea Boyland on 552805.
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Sixpenny Handley Sports Association
QUIZ EVENING
Friday 5th February 2010
At the Village Hall
£25 for a table of 4
including Light Supper
ALL AGES WELCOME
More information and to reserve your table
Please telephone Catherine on:
01725 552955
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February 2010
My Final Clerk’s Corner
Association is now on a sound footing, thanks to
the energy and enthusiasm of David Cross and his
team, with the support of the Parish Council.
Sadly, this will be my last contribution to The
Downsman as Clerk to the Parish Council. After
nearly five years, I feel that it is time to move
over and let someone else have a go. My wife
thinks that I should spend more time with her
garden, our dogs and my golf clubs!
Of more significance to me is that which did not
get done. The Parish is saddled, for the next ten
years, with a loan taken out in 1994 in respect of
the recreation ground. This, at 9.25%, costs
£4,647 per annum; provided by the Public Works
Loan Board, it is a hot potato and a heavy burden.
In 2005, with the Chairman’s permission, I handed
the Parish Plan to the Steering Group and, after a
couple of false starts, a brilliant Parish Plan was
produced. I managed to find a new source of
funding and we were first in the queue for our
skate park. Of course a lot of voluntary work
was put in to achieve each of these initiatives.
I would like to have seen the War Memorial
refurbished, but this should be driven by those
who have lost family and friends in defence of our
freedom over the last ninety five years. The Multi
Use Games Area seems to have stalled and the
green (now brown!) shed needs rebuilding.
With the support of many young people in the
Parish, we have reduced vandalism. I hope that
those who have now grown up will help the next
generation to support the Parish and to use and
respect its facilities. John Fury, at The Roebuck,
was the instigator of The High Street Fayre in
2008 and, with Godfrey’s experience and support,
Angie and I took it on; but it was the help and
support of the entire Parish which made it a
success. Last year’s Fayre augurs well for the
future and I hope that you are all now already
planning for the Fayre of 2010. The Sports
In 2007, for the first time in sixteen years, the
Parish Council was elected and it is an
appropriate time to appoint a Clerk who can
complement the restructured Council. I hope
that you will give to my successor the valuable
support that you have given to me.
I would like to wish you all a healthy, happy and
prosperous New Year and all good fortune for
the future.
Chris Snape
EAST DORSET DISTRICT COUNCIL
has now supplied a
bank for recycling cartons.
This is situated alongside the other recycling banks at
Church Farm in Sixpenny Handley
and is a bright orange cube, so it is hard to miss!
This is great news as cartons are not acceptable in the kerbside green box.
(By cartons this means liquid food and beverage cartons
(ie Tetra Pak - eg. orange juice or drinks cartons.
It is not intended for plastic containers or cardboard).
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SPRING FAYRE
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Sixpenny Handley First School News
At the beginning of December the Robins class children put on their Wellington boots and
warm coats and walked from the school across the playing field to the village hall. There was
much excitement; they had been invited to spend the morning with the Chase pre-school children. For many of the children it was a welcome return to meet old friends. The children had
a wonderful morning joining in with activities and sharing Christmas songs.
On Tuesday 8th and Wednesday 9th December Sixpenny Handley First School presented ‘Born
in a Barn’. There was plenty of excitement in the Bethlehem stable when the animals realised
that there was a baby in the barn. The cows, sheep, pigs, cat and cockerel all learned about
their special guest from the donkey that bought him and the guests that followed. As more
and more visitors arrived to greet the new king, the animals began to understand what a privilege it was to share their home with such an important baby. All the children in the school
had an important part to play in the production and enjoyed performing to the parents and
friends of the school. It was an exciting time for all and all the money raised went into the
school funds.
On Thursday 10th December the whole school enjoyed their Christmas lunch together in the
hall. We were busy in the morning preparing for our Christmas lunch by making party hats
and place mats for our tables. Lots of us had a hot lunch with delicious roast turkey and all
the trimmings! All the staff enjoyed their lunch too! We had Christmas music playing and
our tables were decorated. We had fun pulling crackers and telling each other the funny
jokes!
On December 11th, the children and staff of Sixpenny Handley First School made their annual
Christmas trip to the Sixpenny Handley Village Hall. They sang songs from the school’s
Christmas production “Born in a Barn” to the Chase Community of Friends. As usual, the children sang beautifully and included their own actions to each of the songs. The finale was a
rendition of “Merry Christmas Everyone” complete with actions made up by the children. The
audience were really impressed and full of praise for the singing.
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News
And Information
On 2nd December, nine members attended
the Beacon Group Advent Carols at St.
Mary’s in Iwerne Minster. Although it was
a very wet, miserable evening, the service
was well attended: there were Bible
readings, poetry and between the carols
the Rev. Jackie Maw spoke of various
everyday items that help us to remember
the true meaning of Christmas. It was very
enjoyable made even better by the
delightful mince pies and mulled wine
served afterwards.
On 14th December, Sixpenny Handley W.I.
held their annual Christmas Party, to which
were invited some members from other
W.I.s within our Group. It was a lively
occasion with much talking, laughter and,
of
course,
singing.
There
was
entertainment from Two’s Company (a
singing duo) and in true W.I. style, a wide
selection of food. It was certainly a great
evening.
NATIONAL
FEDERATION
OF WOMEN’S
INSTITUES
The speaker at the January meeting, which
was to be held on January 11th, withdrew
due to the inclement weather and so it
was decided to cancel the meeting.
Dates for the Diary
February 8t:h Mr Mark Ching: Wicked
Winters
February 26th Skittles evening at Langton
Arms. All friends and family of members
welcome.
February 27th JUMBLE SALE in Village
Hall
March 8th
Mr
John
Combes:
Dorset’s coast naturally - Christchurch to
Swanage.
Anyone who would like to attend a
meeting or would like more information,
please contact the Secretary, Mrs Bobbie
Carter. Tel 01725 552 042
Rita Taylor
(Committee Member)
BUILDING
ROOFING
PLUMBING
PLASTERING
GENERAL
MAINTENANCE
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PROPERTY
SERVICES
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Are you interested in learning
basic computer skills?
Adult sessions at Sixpenny Handley First School available
FREE OF CHARGE!
Would you like to develop your own skills or be able to support your children or grandchildren on the computer?
We will be holding 2 sessions, which can be tailored to
your needs, on Saturday 13th February and Saturday
20th February from 12.00pm – 1.00pm.
Please phone the school to book a place and discuss
your requirements on (01725) 552356
Following this course you will be welcome to use the
computer facilities after school on a Thursday between
3.30 pm – 4.30 pm. You can ‘drop-in’ during this time
to type a letter, brush up on your skills or use the internet etc.
Looking forward to seeing you and
supporting our community!
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SIXPENNY HANDLEY WI
JUMBLE SALE
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Sat 27 Feb
Doors open at 2.30pm
SIXPENNY HANDLEY
VILLAGE HALL
Lots of Stalls
Tombola
Raffle
Entrance 20p
Items for sale may be brought to the Hall after 10.00am
on the day. For collections beforehand ring
Stella on 552236 or Jan on 552704.
Sorry, no large furniture
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Sixpenny Handley Homewatch
September 2009
Sixpenny Handley
Sixpenny Handley
The decade began badly with a theft of 1200 litres
of heating oil from a tank in Littlefield Lane off the
High Street - how did that happen without anyone
seeing anything? Then there was the disappearance
of the metal plaque off the plinth at Woodyates
celebrating the bringing of the news that Nelson
had won at Trafalgar - what a low and pointless act
for a few pounds worth of bronze. And Father
Christmas and the Snowman went missing from
the bus shelter but were then returned following
police intervention - so thank you at least, you
know who you are, for bringing them back. We
have also had door to door salespersons operating
locally offering the usual extortionate services, but
generally it has been a fairly low crime winter in
the area and we all hope that will continue.
The 'keyholder' is the person you can nominate to
be contacted by the alarm company and or the
police if the alarm goes off in your absence. Good
for sorting out false alarms but also a requirement,
now, for police attendance. (Over 95% of alarm
call outs to the police are false alarms, wasting
massive amounts of police time, so that they now
only attend if a keyholder is present - in other
words if they know it isn't a false alarm). It would
be a pity if they didn't come out to a genuine
emergency because they only had an old number
for your keyholder and couldn't make contact.
The Homewatch coordinators are currently doing
the rounds to clean up the village Homewatch
signs after all that slush and salt but please, if you
ever see a sign that could do with a wipe, either let
us know or give it a quick once-over yourself.
Thanks.
Further to the "Stop That Thief" seminar at
Woodyates last October, the good news is that
enough money has now been raised to invest in
surveillance equipment that can be loaned out to
cover farm buildings and the like, which so often
get targeted in rural areas. Contact PC Jane Brittan
if you are interested. 07825 521735.
Finally, whereas in our small community we have
always operated on the basis that everyone was in
'Homewatch', at least in spirit, unless they told us
they didn't want to be, it turns out that more and
more deals and offers are being made by
companies to householders who are formal
members of a local watch scheme. So we are
considering an 'opt in' possibility, whereby you
could formally join Homewatch for a minimum
donation of 50p a year. That could entitle you, for
example, to 10% off your household insurance which will be a good deal more than 50p! Also, if
we had members and knew their email addresses,
they could automatically get regular crime updates
by email direct from the police. More on this later
in the year once we have thought it through in discussion with Dorset Police.
Use the same number if you want to ask Jane
about 'Selecta DNA' , a new smart product for
marking property invisibly with a chemical uniquely
registered to you, so that when the police scan
recovered stolen goods there is a good chance you
will get to your property back. Over the internet,
a marker kit for 50 plus items will cost you getting
on for £50 but buy it through Dorset Police and it
will be a well worth it £15. Jane also has a few
'screaming padlocks' with inbuilt tamper alarms,
£10 a piece.
On the subject of alarms, if you have a house
alarm, when did you last check that your
keyholder's details were still correctly recorded.
Mobile Library Schedule
Woodyates – Cobley Close
Back Lane/St Mary’s Close
Roebuck Inn
Dean Lane
Sheasby Close
2.25 – 2.40
3.00 – 3.20
3.25 – 3.45
3.50 – 4.05
4.10 – 4.30
Enjoy a safe springtime in our wonderful neighbourhood.
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Visits on Thursday Fortnightly
December 10th, 24th,
January 7th, 21st, February 4th
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COUNTRY RAMBLES
The wildlife of today is not ours to dispose of as we
please. We have it in trust. We must account for it
for those who come after. King George VI.
As we have entered a new decade I thought it
appropriate to review the last ten years with
regard to its impact on the countryside. Perhaps
it’s a sign of the times, but the last decade has
seen more legislation passed regarding the
countryside than any other before it.
Unfortunately, a lot of it may have been politically
motivated, ill advised, not thought out and to the
detriment of the rural population. Despite this,
we have managed to continue our country
pursuits and make a living; I guess that
demonstrates how resilient and flexible country
people are!
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more willing to listen to the voice of the
countryside, and for the first time in years the
focus may change from fighting against what we
don’t want to asking for what we do. In addition,
we will have the implementation of the costal
access; the designation of the routes could have a
significant effect on the countryside. The
population targets for a number of Biodiversity Action Plan species will be revealed including the
grey partridge. Farmers and estate managers have
already done a lot to improve habitat, but if the
improvement is to continue this support needs to
grow. This year also brings the targets for the
Campaign for the Farmed Environment giving us
an opportunity to influence farmland
conservation. So, the picture isn’t a miserable
one, we are moving into the next decade in a wiser, more publicly aware way.
Richard Harwood
In 2000 The Countryside and Rights of Way Act
introduced in England and Wales gave people a
new right of public access on foot to areas of
open land comprising mountain, moor, heath,
down and registered common land. In February
2001 the first case of foot and mouth disease was
identified at Cheadle Meats abattoir. Six million
animals were culled resulting in losses of around
£3.1 billion to agriculture and the food chain. On
Sunday 22 September 2002, 407,791 of us
marched in the Liberty and Livelihood March in
London. It was billed as the hunting march, but in
reality it was a complete representation of all of
us who use, work and live in the countryside. I
was proud to be part of the march - I think it
finally showed the government that we were fed
up and that our collective might would have an
effect on their ability to govern.
In 2005, Mike Watson was found guilty of setting
fire to a hotel room after a heavy drinking
session, and sent to prison for 16 months, and his
Hunting Act came into force. In 2006 bird flu hit
the UK and an independent report revealed that
shooting is worth £1.6 billion per annum to the
UK economy and supports 70,000 full time jobs.
In 2007 The Country Landowners Game Fair was
cancelled for the first time in its history due to
water logged ground. In 2008 the 50th Game
Fair was held at Blenheim Palace and 151,000
people attended.
Looking ahead to 2010, the key issue will be the
General Election; a fresh government may be
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TWIGSNAPPER’S TREE TIPS
One of the most frequently repeated mistakes I have seen over the years of working in
gardens is badly planted trees. The three main errors I have noticed are:
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The tree stake is too high in relation to the stem height - fig 1 is the correct method.
Tree ties badly fitted - fig 2 gives you the idea.
No protection from rabbit or vole damage - fig 3 is self explanatory.
Now is a good time to plant bare rooted standard trees before the sap rises and after the soil has
defrosted. Standard trees have a girth (stem circumference) of 8-12 cm and are normally 2-3m tall.
Following the basic steps below, the tree will have the greatest chance of growing successfully.
Step 1: Dig a square hole sufficiently big enough to comfortably accommodate all the
root ball.
Step 2: Offer up the tree in the hole and decide the best place to put the stake then
securely position it.
Step 3: Taking note of figs 1 and 2, tie the tree in position making sure that you bury
root and not stem.
It is at this point where I always add a nutrient-enhancing michorizal fungus application. I would not
recommend the use of fertilizers at this point because the concentration of nutrients around the root
ball will not stimulate the roots to grow outwards anchoring the tree because it will find all it needs in a
small area. The michorizal fungus bonds and grows with the roots making it easier for the tree to take
up nutrients without compromising anchorage growth.
Step 4: Carefully replace the soil and tamp down with the heel of your foot. Place the
rabbit guard as fig 3.
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Registered Charity No
1102105
The coffee morning will be held at the Pavilion,
Sixpenny Handley playing field every Thursday morning
at 10.15 am to 11.45 am.
We would love to see you at the coffee mornings to which all are
welcome, Give it a try!
For information please contact 01725 552404
We can provide transport to the surgery, dentist, etc
with a contribution from the user of 50p per mile to cover fuel costs.
We can also help with the collection of prescriptions,
local shopping for the house bound, and dog walking.
We hold regular monthly Social Day Centres
at Sixpenny Handley Village Hall. Please phone to find out more.
We are always looking for new volunteer drivers in all areas
that the CCF covers – please phone to find out more.
It greatly helps if you can give us as much notice as possible
if you need transport.
CCF interest groups include a book club, and a record music group,
as well as The Painting & Drawing Group which is held at the Pavilion.
For any information about the Chase Community Friends,
please phone 01725 552097.
The CCF offer voluntary support to those who need it within the
Cranborne Chase villages.
So come along and make new friends.
“Have we missed you?”
Or if you know some one who might like our help please let us know.
We are supported by Dorset County Council
Social Services Committee.
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Spring is on the way at Woodcutts
computer skills are limited and I don’t seem
to be able to do what I would like with said
picture. In case the picture does not appear
with this article, I have to tell you that the
ewes and lambs were indoors, i.e. in an
appropriate shed for lambing and still are,
bedded down in deep, clean straw. Since the
thaw, the land has been sodden and will, I am
assured, remain so for some time to come,
so the lambs will not have to brave the elements for some weeks to come.
Once more I am late with my bi-monthly
account of the happenings here at
Woodcutts, so my apologies to you all: I
hope I haven’t kept you waiting. I just hope
that our long suffering editor does not delay
the publication of my contribution for several
days after the main magazine. I do have good
reason for my tardiness this time as, of cours,
I always have! But in fact this time there are
two reasons; the first being that I spent six
weeks in St. Anne’s hospital and the second
being a week and a half of snow. The latter,
of course, makes it difficult to start up the
computer as I haven’t put any anti-freeze in it.
Add this to the fact that my brain isn’t working properly does not help.
I would like to thank all who sent cards and
messages via my long suffering wife Madge
(Meg), and those who visited me in hospital,
and for all the prayers for my recovery. I was
told by the ward clerk that she could never
remember any patient receiving so many
cards, so a huge thank you to you all.
Another photograph that I am attaching to
my article, is one of a hen party that my
daughter organised over Christmas. I think
the theme of their conversation was the
death of some three thousand turkeys shortly
before Christmas, just a few hundred yards
away. There was pandemonium for a few
days prior to Christmas day, when customers
came to collect their respective birds to take
home for their individual ‘cremations’. The
feathers had been flying for several weeks by
this time.
Anyway, I hope that stage of my life is over
now, and I have nothing but praise for all the
doctors, nurses, care assistants and auxiliary
workers who work in St. Anne’s. They are so
kind and caring, yet very professional in doing
what is, at times, a very stressful and
demanding job. I can’t thank them enough.
But with that all behind me I have, like
yourselves, the spring to look forward to.
Today is very spring-like; the sun is shining,
the temperature is 9.8o C (49.6o F) and the air
pressure is 1009.4 mille bars, so we are on a
high. Therefore, according to my weather
station, we should have settled weather for a
few hours at least, although the clear skies
suggest a frost tonight. At Christmas, Meg
and I spent a few days with our daughter and
son-in-law on their farm in Surrey where
spring has already started, in that the lambing
of the Dorset Horn sheep was well under
way. I am attaching a photo of the ewes and
lambs with this in the hope that the editor
and staff can use it. Unfortunately my
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Having spent some considerable time trying
to fit the pictures into a suitable spot within
the text, I have given up, while making a note
that I must enlist on both digital camera and
computer courses as soon as possible! In the
meantime I hope that the editorial staff can
use what I have sent them.
would love to hear from you, but please do
so as soon as possible. SHReD needs you.
Help the world conquer climate change, help
the village be at the forefront of favourable
environmental policy. Think of the future, the
future of our children and their children.
We are also interested in collecting empty
computer printer ink cartridges, old mobile
phones etc. etc. All funds raised will go into
the village’s coffers to benefit the people of
Handley. Let’s prove Sir Frederick Treves, in
his book Highways and Byways in Dorset,
wrong when he wrote:-
Now let us return to the much more
important task of recording the happenings of
Woodcutts. Yesterday, Saturday the 16th January, whilst sitting at the kitchen window, I
recorded twenty two species of birds either
visiting our feeding table or on the ground
within the front garden.
“The traveller may be tempted by a sign-post to
turn aside to the village of Sixpenny Handley. It is
well, however, to resist such attraction, since this
strangely named place is, I think, the ugliest village in Dorset.”
They included :Wood pigeon
Mistle thrush
Great tit
Collared dove
Song thrush
Long tailed tit
Jackdaws
Blackbird
Blue tit
Rook
Greater spotted woodpecker
Coal tit
Nuthatch
Fieldfare
Marsh tit
Chaffinch
Redwing
Hedge sparrow
Greenfinch
Dunnock
Tree sparrow
Yellow hammer
On that sombre note I will leave you. I hope I
haven’t kept you up or alternatively sent you
to sleep. Thank you for reading to the end
and God bless you.
Ted Cox
SWIMMING AT
SANDROYD
Now that the snow has gone, we don’t
expect to see such birds as the redwings and
fieldfares in our garden again, unless, of
course, there is more snow, but these could
be replaced by pied wagtails and even the odd
pheasant or so; alive of course.
Fridays mornings
Watertots - from 4 months
Minnows - pre school lessons
Now to finish I would like to mention
SHReD. This collection of garden waste will
have been continuing for more than two
years in April, mainly because of the huge
input of Simon Meaden. It now looks as if it
is going to have to wind up because of lack of
support: it is simply not financially viable with
the current number of members using it. If
you can help to keep it afloat, either by
becoming a member and/or providing physical
help with the collection and processing either
contact myself on 552801 or by email,
madted6@aol.com, or Rita Taylor. We
Saturdays
Swimming club for all abilities
Fully qualified teachers
and lifeguards
Members of the Institute
of Swimming
For more details contact:
Gill Patterson 01747 850856
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Tel: 01725 559181
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Mechanical Restoration. Engine Rebuilds etc.
MIG Welding
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Chainsaw Repair, Sharpening and Servicing
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Reasonable Rates
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We aim to provide a safe happy caring environment
where children aged 3-5 years may flourish
Sessions
Tues, Wed,
9.00am-2.30pm
Thursday
9.00am-12.00am
Lunch 11.30-12.00
Secure
Facilities
Including
outdoor play
area
Venue
Sixpenny
Handley
Village Hall
Link Group
£6.00 per
session
funding available
for 3 year olds
Lunch Club
£1.50
Sessions run
at Sixpenny
Handley First
School
“Children flourish in a happy and relaxed atmosphere
conducive to learning“
Successful OFSTED inspection report 2007
Call Emma: 01725 552412 or Andrea: 01725 552392 for more information.
The Chase Pre-School is a non-profit making organisation. Registered Charity No.
1033941.
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VERWOOD LEISURE CENTRE
GP REFERRAL SCHEME
Are you suffering from a recurring injury?
Are you being treated for high blood pressure or have a
medical condi on?
Then you can take part in the referral scheme.
How do I get on the scheme?
You can be referred by your doctor, nurse or
physiotherapist. They will give you a prescrip on to
exercise for 6 months then all you will need to do is
contact Verwood Leisure Centre to book a consulta on.
The consulta on will involve a 30 minute discussion of
your medical history and health checks.
A follow up appointment will then be made for you
to come and start exercising.
Your instructor will guide you though your exercise
programme and will advise on how o en to exercise.
Ini ally, your sessions will be supervised un l you feel
confident to start exercising independently.
Your instructor will also review your exercise
programme every 8 weeks!
For informa on on the cost of the GP referral scheme please
contact Carly Howard on 01202 821007.
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Registered Charity No
1102105
Supported by Dorset County Council Social Services Committee.
The CCF offer voluntary support to those who need it,
within the Cranborne Chase villages.
In the form of :· Transport to the Surgery, Dentist, etc, with a contribution from the user
of 50p per mile, to cover petrol costs.
· Collection of prescriptions - local shopping for the house bound.
· Dog walking.
· We hold regular Social Day Centres, at Sixpenny Handley Village Hall.
"Have we missed you", or can you suggest anyone.
If you would like to attend the Monthly Day Centre please contact us.
The coffee morning will be held at the Pavilion at the sports club
every Thursday morning at 10.15 am to 11.45 am.
For information please contact 01725 552404.
Please continue to support the coffee morning.
So come along and make new friends.
CCF interest groups include Book, Music and Art Groups
For any information concerning Chase Community Friends,
please contact CCF co-ordinator on 01725 552097.
We are always looking for new volunteer drivers in all areas
that the CCF covers - please phone to find out more.
Will people who want to use the volunteer car drivers
please give as much notice as possible
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From courtyards to country gardens
Have your garden creatively designed and beautifully
landscaped to create a place of inspiration and tranquillity
We provide all aspects of garden design, landscaping and
maintenance
For a reliable and professional service please contact:
Chris on 01722 781197 or Glenn and Jane on 01725 552152
Email: valleygardens@tiscali.co.uk
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We are now fully up and running for
Cat & Diesel M.O.T. Testing (Class Four)
Full Range of Services
Welding, Servicing, Spraying & Bodywork,
Engine Re-builds or Re-Cons, Gearboxes, Clutches,
Exhausts, Tyres etc
FOR ALL YOUR CAR NEEDS Phone Richard
Opening Hours
Mon. to Fri. 8:00am to 5:30pm
Saturday
8:00am to 4:00pm
Sunday
Closed
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01725 552098
61 High Street
Sixpenny Handley
44
Salisbury
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Friends or relatives coming to stay?
Enjoy the freedom and flexibility of
self catering.
The Hayloft cottage for 2 with spa
bath. Short breaks available all year.
The Stables self catering suite for 2
(min. 2 night stay).
Generous Welcome Pack included.
Retaining the character & charm of the original buildings plus latest modern luxury
fittings . Contact Gail or Peter Smalley on 01722 780182 for a brochure or visit
www.ebbleswaycourtyard.co.uk ««««
EBBLESWAY COURTYARD
High Road, Broadchalke.
Situated 1/2 way between the White Hart & the Queens Head pubs.
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FOR ALL YOUR CARPET &
VINYL NEEDS
1st class personal service,
samples brought to your
door, just pick up the
phone and call
Kevin Armstrong
01258 840056
07767774021
armstrongkvn@aol.com
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guitar lessons
Dave Gray – 01725 552503
07751 566342
acoustic/electric
lead/rhythm/improvisation
blues-pop-rock etc.
half price taster lesson
home visits
over 35 years experience
Lifeline is an emergency alarm system that gives you the
reassurance that help is available – 24 hours a day.
Peace of mind for you and your family at the touch of a
button.
For more information or to arrange a Free demonstration
Call Lifeline on: 01202 864224 or 01202 864225
E-mail: lifeline@edha.co.uk
www.edha.co.uk
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Mr R. A. CLOUGH
FENCING
CONTRACTOR
All types of Fencing
including:
Close board
Chain link
Post and Rail
Free Estimates
Telephone 01725 552522
Mobile 07778603559
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HEDGE PLANTS
and TREES
Small nursery has
NATIVE HARDWOOD
TREES
at good prices
Also a wide variety of strong
hedgerow plants
Planting undertaken
if required
Call: Julian Gordon-Watson
(01725) 517692
for free list
SUMMERLOCK
UPHOLSTERY
Church Farm Workshop
Sixpenny Handley
SALISBURY
Tel: 01725 552333
Fax: 01725 552333
FOR
RE-UPHOLSTERY
CURTAINS
Loose Covers
VERTICAL & VENETIAN
BLINDS
Carpets Supplied & Fitted
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Anne Reed, B.A., M.C.S.P.,
S.R.P.
PATRICK
ROSE
Chartered and State Registered
Physiotherapist
Treatment for
Sports Injuries, Spinal and Neck
Pain, Arthritis, Headaches
QUALITY PAINTER
AND DECORATOR
Acupuncture, Ergonomic Advice,
Massage
Free quotes & advice
Fully insured
Home Visits and Evening
Appointments
TEL: 01725 552872
MOB: 07989 373735
Telephone: 01725 552518
Chalke Plumbing
NEIL EVERALL
Heating Engineer service for
Sixpenny Handley
Martin Miller
OFTEC registered technician for
Oil Boilers and Oil Cooking stoves
(AGAs etc.)
Maintenance / Installation
* Hot Water Cylinders
* Energy Conservation Surveys
* Central heating plumbing
* All work Guaranteed
Phone: 01722 780734
01258 455093
E-mail: chalkeplumbing@competentcraft.co.uk
3 Kingston Close, Blandford Forum
DT11 7UQ
Mobile: 07732 460 258
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DAIRY HOUSE PLANTS
FIFIELD BAVANT , SP5 5HT
(Chalke Valley)
WIDE SELECTION OF UNUSUAL
AND COTTAGE GARDEN
FAVOURITE PERENNIALS,
also annuals, vegetables
and some shrubs
Open Saturday and Sunday,
April to October
Contact Jane on 01722 780839
or 07970 069599
e-mail: janeyadrian@aol.co.uk
GOODFELLOW & SON
IAN NEWMAN
OVER 30 YRS EXPERIENCE
GENERAL BUILDING,
PAINTING/DECORATING
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HEATING & PLUMBING
(01722780688/780055/780419
TV & Radio Aerials
Extra Points/Repairs
Satellite Dishes
Digital
Telephone
01722 322862
01725 552516
Mobile 07831 403644
A family run business for over 45 years
21 Dean Lane, Sixpenny Handley
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3G BUILDING &
T.V. — VIDEO — DVD
Hi-Fi REPAIRS & SERVICE
CONSTRUCTION LLP
Partners: M Gothard (MEng), R Gothard & EL Gothard
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IAN HARRIS
New Build
Extensions
Barn & Loft Conversions
Conservatories
Project Management Services
Replacement Windows & Doors
Fitted Kitchens
Bed & Bathrooms
MIPRE
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All building works undertaken
References Available
Advice on repair of your existing
equipment
Assistance in setting up and
supply of new items
Loan sets available
CALL MATT GOTHARD TO DISCUSS YOUR
PROJECT
Call me, your local expert with over
thirty years experience.
Tel/fax: 01725 552412
Mobile: 07817 606718
Tel: 01747 870822
Mobile: 07921 194816
e-mail: 3gbuilding-construct@tiscali.co.uk
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YOGA
CLASSES
GUSSAGE ST MICHAEL
ALL WELCOME!
In Teacher's Home Studio
Day and Evening
Beginners & Improvers
Private Classes
Yoga for Pregnancy
Mrs Prim Young
01258 841364
E-mail: prim@moneysoft.co.uk
Website: www.yogadorset.co.uk
S WALLWORTH
ELECTRICAL SERVICES
DOMESTIC & COMMERCIAL
FULLY QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN
EMERGENCY REPAIRS
INSTALLATIONS – RE-WIRES
ELECTRICAL REPAIRS & TESTING
EXTRA SOCKETS & LIGHTING
NIGHT STORAGE HEATING
REPLACEMENT HOT WATER CYLINDERS
ELECTRIC SHOWERS
Corbett Pest Control
Royal Society of Health Qualified
Moles, rats, mice, rabbits, squirrels, pigeons,
wasps, fleas, cockroaches, flies, bedbugs,
moths, bee swarm removal etc..
SPECIAL RATES FOR OAPS
FREE QUOTATIONS
For All Your Pest Problems
Call- 01722 780946
SIMON WALLWORTH
31 DEAN LANE, SIXPENNY HANDLEY SP5 5PA
TEL: 01725 552545
MOB: 07826 928759
corbettpestcontrol@btinternet.com
3 Thatched Cottage, Fifield Bavant SP5 5HU
SIMON@WALLWORTH.WANADOO.CO.UK
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