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In Passing...HE ORIGINS of All Fools Dayare lost in the mist of time butare thought to lie in the joyfulpagan spring festivals that

celebrated the end of winter. A timeperhaps for letting off steam, playingsilly pranks and generally having fun.Over the centuries the event has becomef i rmly f i xed on 1s t Apr i l and thetradition of playing April Fool tricks haslong been well-established. Nationalnewspapers, television and radio ofteninclude a spoof of one sort or anotherand have sometimes been surprised bythe number of people who have believedwhat they have read, heard or seen – aparticular favourite of mine was bringingin the harvest from Italy’s spaghettitrees. It has not been unknown for theVisitor to play similar tricks, and nota lways in the Apr i l i s sue . I we l lremember the spoof article on the historyof the Bourton and Zeals Tramway,complete with photograph, that appearedin the July 1986 issue and subsequentlybecame ‘fact’ in some of the publicationsfor rail enthusiasts.This year the trickery seems to have

dried up. I can’t recall seeing anythingin the papers that had the slightest hintof foolery, anything that made me stop,have my doubts and smile. But I did seea news release that the papers seeminglydidn’t think sufficiently clever to fooltheir readers. Under the heading ‘Wordsin the Street’ this is what it said. ‘A newscheme by Yeovil in Bloom could seeyour short poem or phrase about whatnature means to you placed around thetrunks of trees in King George Street,Yeov i l o v e r the summer months .Residents in South Somerset are beinginvited to write a short poem or phraseabout what nature means to you. It couldbe about trees, plants, animals or birdsin the landscape that you love. Thewords will then be printed onto paper,cut into strips and then placed aroundthe trunks of the trees in King GeorgeStreet.’

I f the story had appeared in theWestern Daily Press on 1st April wouldyou have believed it? I wouldn’t, but it’sabsolutely true. The closing date forsubmissions is 14th May and all the worksent in will be installed on 1st June. Assomeone who is continually removingstrips of paper from my local roadsidehedgerows and verges (especially afterthe recycling truck has made its weeklyvisit), I’m astounded to find that we arenow being encouraged to have paper putback on to trees. The chairman of theYeovil in Bloom Steering Group, whichis managed and funded by Yeovil TownCounc i l , i s quoted as say ing that‘engaging with our public is what we aredoing’ and that ‘our environment andcommunities will benefit if we all getinvolved’. By sticking bits of paper roundtrees! He must think we are all fools.

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by CISPP (24,000 printed thisyear) can be collected from mostTourist Information Centres.G. S. StockmanPresident Castle Cary& Ansford Carnival SocietyGalhampton

ParkrunsSir, As someone who is not knownfor my enthusiasm when it comesto exercise I feel that really I amhardly in a position to comment.However, given the high level ofemotion and furore generated bythe recent announcement fromStoke Gifford Parish Council ofplans to institute a charge forparticipants in the ‘Little StokeParkrun’, I feel entitled to put inmy two-penn’orth worth.It has been interesting to listen

in on conversations, wherepolarised opinions seem directlyrelated to level of exercise enduredby either side. I have used theword ‘endured’ intentionally. Ona daily basis I pass by people ofall ages pounding the streets, whoseem to be in agony as they puffand pant along, sweaty and out ofbreath. I can appreciate the needto stay fit and healthy, and canunderstand that some peoplemight feel more motivated to doso in the company of others, butvery few seem to actively enjoy theexperience. With such long working hours,

my free time is fairly limited andI do prefer to spend it in pursuitof more pleasurable activities,requiring less exertion and

personal discomfort. That said,given that as a nation levels ofobesity are increasing it does makesense for us to be pro-active abouttaking charge of our own health,if for no other reason than thatNHS waiting times for treatmentare now beyond a joke.Parkruns seem to help in

addressing the problem of mentaland physical wellbeing, whilstproviding the added benefit of asocial element for those who seekit. The dilemma is that our publicparks are intended for theenjoyment of all and there will bemany who have hitherto enjoyeda quiet stroll who will feel thattheir space is being invaded byhoards of strangers (I understandthat people travel from far andwide to take part) along with thenoise and disruption this cancause, albeit temporary. Most ofus can tolerate the annualmarathon once a year but theseevents are held on a weekly basis.There is also the consideration thatcash strapped parish and towncouncils face in their responsibilityfor the upkeep and maintenanceof our local parks. There can be nodoubt that such events, in termsof the sheer numbers, will have acost element and this poses thequestion of whether or not preceptsshould be used in this way. In all communities there should

be a degree of give and take.Personally I am not in favour of acharge being imposed as such, butalthough Parkrun is a not-for-profit organisation I think that inusing a valuable community asset,to the possible detriment of otherusers, it would not be beyond therealms of possibility for them toconsider making a contribution insome way. The one-off start-up feefor an event is £3,000 and with61,583 events currently active,according to their website, that isan awful lot of money, not takinginto account the finance providedby sponsors, along with thelucrative marketing opportunities

runner registration provides. I agree that they provide

tremendous support but someone,somewhere, is raking in the cashand small communities, whilstclearly benefiting from the activity,are also bearing the burden. Surelyin the interest of harmony a fewhundred quid to help our localparishes out would not go amiss.Linda Piggott-VijehCombe St Nicholas

Funds DonatedSir, As we start to ‘wind down’the Britannia Carnival Club, Iwould like to extend huge thanksto Jig, David and Tina, whocontinue to attend the site weeklydismantling the cart, tractor andsheds – i t ’ s surpris ing theartwork they have discovered –more than 40 years worth. Manyof you will recall Carts comingout with a vast array of themes -Gypsies, Joseph, Pink Elephants,Sioux Indians, Scooby Doo,Pirates, Fireworks, Brasília etc.More importantly - we have

s t a r t e d t o d i s t r i b u t e o u rmonetary ‘pot’ to many goodcauses and charities.A donation has been made to

The Castle Cary Majorettes, toassist them with purchasing newpom-poms and the residents ofCary Brook have benefited froma very generous gift to refurbishtheir Hairdressing salon.However, the most important

one so far is our donation of£5,000 to the British LungFoundation. This donation is inmemory of two past members –B o b K i n g s t o n a n d N i g e lStrickland. Both gentlemen werelong serving, stalwart membersof the club, who sadly died fromlung disease. I am sure they, likethe rest of our committee andtheir families, would feel proudthat our funds have been donatedto such a worth while cause.Christine StoneSecretaryBritannia Carnival Club

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In It TogetherWom e n a n d g i r l s i n t h eWincanton area are set to benefitfrom a brand new three yearphysical activity project whenBeginners Badminton launcheson Tuesday 10 May with a freefirst session.

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following a successful SportEngland National Lottery Fundingbid of £163,294 which was led bySouth Somerset District Councilin partnership with SomersetActivity & Sports Partnership andYarlington Housing Group.Additional support has also beeng iven by spec i f i c nat i ona lgoverning bodies of sport.To find out more about the

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Yeovil’s Vintage Market Yeov i l ’ s V i n t a g e Marke t ,returned to the town centre onSaturday 2 Apr i l and wi l lcontinue until September on KingGeorge Street. Held on the firstSaturday of the month, from 9amuntil 4pm, the Market is now inits third year and continues togrow with additional stalls anda programme of live music.

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c ame i n Ma r c h wh e n t h eplanning inspectorate dismissedan appeal against the districtcouncil’s refusal of permission todevelop Chantry Fields, an areanot allocated for housing in theLocal Plan. You might recall thatI reported in the October 2014Visitor that plans to build 236dwellings on the site across LeNeubourg Way from the Waitrosesupermarket and bounded by theRiver Stour, the railway line, thesewerage works and the littleC h u r c h V i e w e s t a t e h a dunderstandably generated a lotof opposition. It’s crossed byseveral public footpaths whichare, I was told, well used bywalkers and it is seen as avaluable ‘green lung’ close to thecentre of town. The planninginspector felt that the proposedd e v e l o p m e n t w o u l d p u t

constraints on the operation andexpansion of the sewerage works,necessary for the planned growthof the town, and that the airqua l i ty would not prov ideacceptable living conditions forpotential occupants of the houses.Strolling back up Station Road

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only when you raise your eyesabove the shop fronts that youcan appreciate their originaldesign and architectural detailing.A n d S t A u d r i e s i s o n e o fGillingham’s 19th century gems.A few doors further up the streeta modest cottage now houses the

Seafood fish and chips shop, andthe enterprising proprietor hasplaced tables and chairs in thetiny front yard for customers toexperience alfresco eating. I’m notconvinced that it succeeds inadding a continental air to StationRoad but it made me smile.

Browsing round the shops ona sunny April afternoon gave memore cause to smile. With greatpleasure I spotted a welcomeaddition to the bustling HighStreet – the Prime Cuts familybutcher – which opened recently.Independent specialist retailerslike this, offering high-qualitymerchandise and service tomatch, make for a much moreinviting and prosperous towncentre than do the soulless chainstores and cheapjack traders. Andthe best of them survive andthrive. Across the road fromP r i m e C u t s i s C r o c k e r sironmongery, founded by EdwinStickland in 1882, which has beentrading on Gillingham HighStreet for more than a century.And alongside the entrance toLidl’s car park is the newly-opened showroom of CullingfordCarpets and Interiors, the long-established local company nowbased on Wincanton BusinessPark. Amidst the countless estateagents, charity shops and cafésthese are some of the pleasingsigns that a traditional towncentre still exists in Gillingham.

Roger Richards.

Every Penny Counts saysGillingham, Mere &Shaftesbury LionsWhilst presentationally quiet, theG i l l i n g h a m , M e r e a n dShaftesbury Lions cogs have beensteadily turning. The ChristmasFloat is the principal fund raiserf o r GMS L i on s and e v e r yJanuary, the committee considerand grant the first round ofdonations to local causes thathave caught their eye. This yearat the end of January the clubconsidered and agreed to makethe donations to the followingorganisations who all provideexcellent services to the youthand the needy in the community.

• One Shot, One Life• Air Ambulance Dorset

& Somerset• Carnival Club

(Shaftesbury)• 2nd Shaftesbury Guides• Hip Bones Youth Club• Gillingham Junior

Angling Club• Dementia Awareness

A cheque for £50 was receivedfrom an ASDA collection, a hugethank you to them for promotingthe cause. The club has also beenraising monies from their annualraffles of Giant Easter Eggs inlocal venues (still awaiting finaltally of monies raised for charity).Thank you to all who have takenpart, remember the motto 'EveryPenny Counts'.Members of the club have been

helping out with the Marie CurieDaffodil col lection and theSPEKTREK big count whereclubs from across the UK gathertogether to handover thousandsof used but useable spectacles. Plans are underway for a Quiz

Evening at the Grove Buildingon 20th May, to raise funds foranother spectacular Gillinghamin Gear which is on 4th June.Finally, members are busilytraining their soon-to-be ClubPresident David Rose, excitingtimes ahead!


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FOR TRAVELLERS approachingMere from Zeals or Gillingham thetower of the parish church of StMichael the Archangel, standingover 120 feet high, has been aprominent landmark for morethan 500 years. The church datesmainly from the 15th centuryalthough parts are up to 200 yearsolder, and its interior containscarved Jacobean pews and hasmedieval glass in the south chapelwindow. Along with the stonecottages lining Church Street andCastle Street below Castle Hill itexudes a timeless feel, but thereare no visible remains of thefortified castle that once stood onthe hill. Allegedly when it fell intodisuse in the 15th century muchof the stone was brought down andused to build the cottages thatnowadays give the little town somuch of its charm.Much of Mere’s early charm

was restored in 1975 when thebypass opened, taking theconstant stream of heavy trafficon the A303 out of the town andleaving Castle Street, The Squareand Salisbury Street muchquieter, c leaner and safer.Salisbury Street is home to threeof Visitorland’s household names– Jeans Electrical, Yapp Brotherswine merchants and F J Chalke’scar dealership – which mustsurely assure a regular flow ofvisitors to the town. Facing backtowards The Square are thepremises of Yapp Brothers, thespecialist importers of Frenchwines. Their buildings, the

earliest dating from the 18thc e n t u r y , h a v e b e e n u s e dsuccessively for malting, brewing,bacon curing and milk processing,and although much altered downthe years and eventually fallinginto a state of near-dereliction inthe early 1970s, those requiredfor the wine business have beenbeautifully restored since RobinYapp acquired the site in 1973.Step through the arch on theWater Street frontage and you’llfind yourself in what could passfor a courtyard in rural Provence,complete with fountain, Frenchcar and various relics of theFrench wine industry. Andopening on to the courtyard is adelightful shop where these finewines can be bought by the caseor bottle – often at bin-endbargain prices.

Nearby is the shop of JeansElectrical, and although it lookssmall from the outside it sells,installs and repairs all mannerof electrical appliances. Thelarger i tems – te levis ions,washing machines, fridges andsuchlike – can be seen in aseparate spacious showroom justacross the adjacent car park, inthe former CongregationalChurch that fronts on to BoarStreet. Jeans’ chapel showroomretains its outward ecclesiasticalappearance, but inside it has beentransformed into an extensiveelectrical superstore on two floors.Like Yapps and much else inMere, it has been adapted to meetcontemporary needs withoutdetracting from the historicappearance of the town. The length of Salisbury Street

from Yapps back to The Squareis dotted with small shops andbusinesses amidst the houses andoffices, just as it must have beena century and more ago. Even FJ Chalke’s car business, whichy ou m i g h t e x p e c t t o l o o ksomewhat incongruous in suchsurroundings, sits comfortably inthis very traditional street scene.Shops are more numerous aroundThe Square, including Sproutsand Flowers which not onlyc o m b i n e s t h e t r a d e s o fgreengrocer and florist but addso the r t empt ing f o od s andadvertises itself in an eye-catching way. Waltons post officeand newsagency was a hive ofactivity when I visited, and othershops catering for the day-to-dayneeds of local residents appearedb u s y . V i s i t o r s m i g h t b eparticularly interested in WaltonHouse Antiques facing the ClockTower that stands on the site ofthe former market house, and Imust mention the Angel CornerTea Rooms at the corner of TheSquare and Angel Lane, in whatwas once part of the former AngelInn. It is everything that atraditional tea rooms should be,a n d w i t h l a r g e w i n d o w soverlooking The Square it is theideal place to take a break andwatch the world go by.Although the view gives the

impression that Mere is a sleepysmall rural town, in reality it haslong been a hive of industry. Inthe 18th century it was a centrefor linen weaving, but this hadbeen replaced by silk spinning inthe early 19th century andcontinued until the 1890s. Andtoday it is still making and sellingproducts far and wide. Mere FishFarm has established for itselfan enviable reputation for its hotand cold smoked trout andsmoked trout terrine, which canbe purchased in delicatessens andrestaurants over a wide area andfrom its farm shop at Ivymead onthe eastern edge of town. And thechandlery of Charles Farris atQuarryfields on the western sideof town makes a wide range ofchurch candles and gift candlesand supplies altar bread andwine. It, too, has a factory shopwhere its products and factoryseconds can be purchased. The biggest manufacturer of

them al l i s the Hi l l BrushCompany, which might be anunfamiliar name because itsproducts are marketed throughthe trade rather than direct tothe public. Its specialist brushes


Jeans ElectricalChapel Showroom, Boar StreetMere, Wilts, BA12 6DD

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Mere Town

Mere’s retail centre stretches eastwards along Salisbury Street wherebusinesses include Hayley’s hair salon and Jeans Electrical.

and cleaning equipment areexported worldwide for use in thedairy, food production, cateringand hygiene industries and inho sp i t a l s and e que s t r i anestablishments. Founded in Merein 1922 by Fred and Bill Cowardin a small workshop at theirfather’s woodturnery business onCastle Street, they named thebusiness after the hill thatloomed above their premises.Within five years these were toosmall for the thriving business sothey rented Lordsmead Mill, adisused silk mill on the RiverShreen, but they outgrew this tooand moved to the company’spresent site at Woodlands Roadin the mid-1930s. Members of theCoward family are still involvedin running the business, whichnow has more than a hundredemployees , and they havemasterminded the company’snext move to a larger s i tebetween the bypass and the oldA303 at the western edge of thetown. Construction of the newfactory and a visitor centre isprogressing fast and is expectedto be finished by the end of theyear. So rural Mere will continuet o b e t h e h om e o f o n e o fVisitorland’s unsung industrialsuccess stories.

Roger Richards.

Mere Literary Festival20th AnniversaryTwenty years ago, in the smallWiltshire town of Mere, ideaswere sought to fund a new localcharity – the Mere and DistrictLinkscheme. Adrienne Howellsuggested a literary festival

which would include a writingc o m p e t i t i o n . T h i s w a senthusiastically endorsed by herfellow trustees who told her tocarry on and organise it. She didjust that and the festival hasbecome one of the highlights ofthe Mere calendar. It is still thef u n d r a i s i n g a r m o f t h eLinkscheme – a charity whichmajors on providing transport formedical needs in ten parishes ofth i s rura l communi ty andanswers well over one thousandrequests for help annually.The festival has grown in

popularity and has had thesupport of many well-knownauthors which has been muchappreciated. It always starts onthe second Monday of Octoberand this year runs October 10th- 1 6 t h . A 2 0 t h b i r t h d a ycelebration is planned for theAward Ceremony, the finale ofthe week’s events, and theorganisers would be pleased tohear from any past participants– speakers, judges, prize-winnersor visitors. Please send anymemor i e s o r c omments t [email protected] of the 2016 programme

a n d W r i t e - i n - t h e - W e e kcompetition will be posted on thewebsite: www.merelitfest.co.ukin due course.

Mere Spring FairLouise Bennett would like tothank all who came, donated andtook part in the Mere Spring Fair.£1,877.34 was raised for the StarsAppeal (Litt le Lives Fund,Maternity & NICU Wards atSalisbury hospital).


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COMPTON DUNDONFlower Festival at St AndrewsCompton Dundon. May 28th to30 th , 10am - 5pm . Theme‘Anniversaries’. Refreshmentsprovided & donations appreciated.

FROMEBlues Rhythm & Rock Festival,Sunday 8th May. Martin Turner(ex Wishbone Ash), rock legendCorky Laing. Full line up onwww.fromebluesfestival.co.ukEarly bird £20 call 01472 349222.

HENSTRIDGEBlackmore Vale U3A talk aboutCitizens Advice Bureau, Tuesday3rd May, 2.30pm HenstridgeVillage Hall. Members £1.50,Visitors £2.50. Refreshmentsincluded.

ILMINSTERAt the D i l l i ng t on Es ta t e ,Whitelackington on 7th May,Ilminster Lions Kennel ClubDog Show (10am - 2pm) and on8th May the Ilminster LionsCompanion & Fun Dog Show.Stalls, arena events and otherattractions. All proceeds to TheChildrens Hospice in the SouthWest.

KINGTON MAGNAKington Magna Street Fayre,4th June, 11am - 4pm. Countrydancing music, Mustang Sally,Ploughmans Lunches, Teas,

Stalls still available, telephone01747 838669.

NORTH CADBURYCastle Cary Choir sing sacredpieces and show hits. Saturday14th May, 7.30pm, St Michael’sChurch, North Cadbury. Tickets£10. Interval refreshments.Proceeds for Church and StMargaret’s Hospice.

SOMERTONMade in Somerset, White HartInn, Wednesday 11th May, 10am- 2pm. Come and buy wonderfulartisan products. Free entry -E t a t u c h a r i t y d o n a t i o nappreciated. Tea, coffee, lunchavailable.

YARLINGTONYar l i ng t on P l an t Fa i r ,Saturday 14th May, 10am - 4pmYarlington House, Yarlington,

BA9 8DY. Entry £3, under 16sfree.

YEOVILYeovil Art Group’s 69th AnnualExhibition, 12th April - 16thMay, Octagon Theatre, Yeovil,daily except Sundays 1-4pm, andall performance evenings.

ADVERTISE YOUR JUNEEVENT HERE!A listing under our NoticeBoard costs just £5 - send detailsof What? When? Where? to TheVisitor, P.O. Box 1, Castle Cary,Somerset, BA7 7BG. All entriesto be pre-paid, maximum 20words. Extra words 30p each.Deadline for June issue, Friday13th May.

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At Just Maria’s of Ilchester, in addition to floristry, Maria holds regularAnnie Sloane paint workshops, sells vintage clothing and vintage-inspiredclothing from Lindy Bopp, gifts & unusual greeting cards are also on sale.

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Do you enjoy fine beer and cider?Preparations are well under wayfor the 10th Wessex Beer Festivalon the 2nd & 3rd of September,w h i c h i s b e i n g h e l d a tChilcompton Sports Club. As inprevious years the event will beful ly undercover in a hugemarquee. Over the two days therewill be a wide selection of beersand ciders to suit all tastes, anda full and varied programme oflive bands and music. All profitsgo to charity, and this year oneof the main beneficiaries is the

Children’s Hospice South West.Dickies are the main sponsors,but there are still many othersponsorship opportunities. Fulldetails of the Wessex Beer andCider Festival can be found onthe web s i t e : www .wes s exbeerfestival.co.uk

A Walk around Sherbornebrings History to LifeSherborne Tourism has uploadeda new video that gives an insightinto some of Sherborne’s historicheritage, https://youtu.be/5UhMBkYxU9E


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Out and about? A visit to Living Pretty Tea Rooms in Curry Rivelis always a pleasure. Proprietor Kate, pictured, looks forward

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There can be few small townswhich can boast a history thatembraces two castles, a BenedictineAbbey including the last restingplace of at least two Saxon kings,a 15th century Alms house, a worldfamous 16th century public schooland hundreds of fascinating talesand gossip, not to mention the oddostrich or two. Sherborne has had a close

connection with ostriches for nearly400 years, ever since the Digbyfamily moved into town in 1617and took up residence at the local(or ‘new’) castle, previously occupiedand remodelled by Sir WalterRaleigh. Keen-eyed visitors willspot the bird immortalised in stoneat a number of locations in andaround the Town.Someone who knows where all

the ostriches in Sherborne can bespotted is Sherborne’s Blue BadgeGuide Cindy Chant, who offerstwice weekly tours of the Townduring spring and summer everyTuesday and Thursday a t10.30am, from the TourismInformation Centre in DigbyRoad on a Tuesday and fromoutside the post office on aThursday, until 29 September.

The Avalon Marshes –Landscape, Heritage and WildlifeAt the heart of Somerset's Levelsand Moors and at the foot ofGlastonbury Tor lie the AvalonMarshes - a magical landscape ofwide open views, large skies,wonderful wildlife and a heritagestretching back thousands ofyears , which is enjoyed byincreasing numbers of people.In recent years the Heritage

Lottery funded Avalon MarshesLandscape Partnership hasbrought significant investment tothe area. This has funded newbird hides, heritage trails, replicabuildings, leaflets, interpretationpanels and an Avalon Marsheswebsite; and there have beeneducation projects with localschools, volunteer training eventsand 2 Avalon Marshes Festivals. To celebrate the area and what

has been achieved a special eventis taking place on Saturday 4thJune at Strode Theatre in Street.The Avalon Marshes – Landscape,Heritage and Wildlife will be ad a y o f t a l k s , f i l m s a n dp r e s en t a t i o n s b y e x p e r t sincluding local naturalist, author

and TV producer Stephen Moss,wetland archaeologist Dr RichardBrunning, archaeologist toGlastonbury Abbey John Allan,a n d w i l d l i f e e x p e r t a n dbroadcaster Chris Sperring MBE.The event wi l l inc lude thescreening of the BBC film of SirJohn Bet j eman t rave l l ingthrough the Avalon Marshes onthe much loved Somerset &Dorset Railway in the 1960’s.This evocative film takes us back

to an un-hurried age of travelthrough a unique landscape. Tickets are now on sale and

should be purchased from StrodeTheatre at www.strodetheatre.org.ukThe event is expected to be a

sell-out. To find out more go tothe events page at www.avalonmarshes.org. Event organised bythe Avalon Marshes LandscapePartnership with funding fromthe Heritage Lottery Fund.


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Blandford Georgian Fayre2nd May 2016 The biennial Blandford GeorgianFayre takes place on BankHol iday Monday 2nd May,between 10am – 5pm. As one ofthe largest Fayres in the southit is always well attended,attracting thousands of visitorsfrom far and wide.Wander through the traffic free

streets of the town centre at yourl e i sure w i th the s tunn ingGeorgian architecture as a fittingbackdrop to this huge street fayreand market, which offers a wideselection of entertainment.This year’s highlights include

A Railway exhibition; Largecovered craft area; Helicopterfl ight (booked in advance);Farmers markets; Town crierscompetition; Ferret racing; Ruralcrafts display; £100 GoldenTickets in Entrance Programme;Huge range of eclectic music andfood to suit every taste; Fun fair,including the wonderful Carousel,set in the market place; Re-enactment societies, living historydisplays; Fire juggling, circusskills work shop, storytelling andmuch much more.

The Blandford Georgian Fayreis an enabling charity that asksthe public to donate voluntarily onadmission to the town. Moneyraised is ploughed back intocommunity groups within theBlandford area. This year theentrance programme will offer 4lucky people the chance to win£100, winning your height in beeras well as a free airplane ride atCompton Airfield. Funds raised bythe Fayre have directly benefitedBlandford and its local communityin excess of one million pounds. Free parking is available in

several places outside the town.Info: www.blandfordgeorgianfayre.co.uk/

String Octet TreatOn Sunday 1st May at 2.30pmfor a 3pm start there will be aspecial performance by musiciansfrom the Fisher Sinfonia at AllSaints Church in Merriott TA165PS. The Classical String Octetincludes musicians who regularlyperform with major orchestrasacross the UK so for a villagechurch setting the audienceshould be in for a real treat. Thiswill be the 15th concert organisedby Joseph F isher who hasamassed a significant followingto his concerts. Profits from theevent will go towards the ChurchFabric Fund. For tickets (£8)contact 01460 76360 to reserve.

Cheddar Male Choir Cheddar Male Choir celebrates ayear’s work for charities and goodcauses by putting on their 21stAnnual Concert in St AndrewsChurch, Cheddar on 21st May at7.30pm where they will be joinedby t h e r en owned Co rn i shTreverva Male Voice Choir. Theconcert will help to raise fundsto keep the choir helping othersto raise money such as TheChildren’s Hospice South West;


S ome r s e t a n d D o r s e t A i rAmbulance , and numerousothers. Tickets are £8 and available

from Deane’s of Cheddar, a choirmember or on sale at the door onthe night.

Bugfest 2016Reptilia, giant spiders, monstersized snakes and deadly giantcentipedes are just a few of themarvels of nature to be found atSomerset & Dorset’s Bugfestevent on the 15th of May, 10am- 4pm, at The Gryphon SportsCentre, Sherborne. It’s one of thetop invertebrate shows in the UK,surpassed only by the British

Tarantula Society Exhibition inthe North, and the AmateurEntomologist Society Exhibitionin London.For those who have a passion

for nature, or who have childrenthat are avid Deadly Sixty fans,you get the chance to get up closeand personal to some of theanimals you get to see on TV. Andyes, some of them really aredeadly!Many traders will be selling

their surplus on the day - petstick insects, pet tarantulas,praying mantids, millipedes etc.,and get advice and tips fromexperienced keepers should yoube wanting to undertake a new

hobby in keeping exotic pets. Youwill see giant bird eating spiders,scorpions, and even giant footlong centipedes, straight out ofpopular children’s TV natureshows – the ones that eat bats!Admission prices are £4 for

adults, £2 for children, underfours free. Every penny madegoes towards the work of WorldLife Conservation: the parentcompany of Bugfest.

WIN TICKETS to RNASYeovilton Air Day 2016Ro y a l N a v a l A i r S t a t i o nYeovilton, will open its gates onSaturday 2nd July for the RoyalNavy’s premier airshow. One ofthe Southwest’s largest one dayevents will offer an action-packedday out for all the family withthrilling flying displays andplenty to see and do on theground. Whether you’re a wide-eyed first timer or a seasonedairshow veteran, be prepared foran amazing experience!The award-winning airshow

a t t r a c t s 4 0 , 0 0 0 v i s i t o r s ,significant UK/Foreign militaryparticipation and support fromthe world’s leading aerospacecompanies. Over five hours ofspectacular flying displays willin c lude f a s t j e t s , h i s t o r i cwarbirds, helicopters, formationdisplay teams, aerobatics and willcu lm ina t e w i th the wor ldrenowned Commando AssaultFinale featuring troops, aircraftand pyrotechnics galore! All thefamily favourites such as the

B l a c k C a t s , R e d A r r ow s ,Typhoon, Lancaster, Spitfire andHurricane will be there. Leading the flying display will

be rare historic naval aircraft andtheir modern day counterparts inspectacular role demonstrationsto acknowledge the contributionNaval Aviation – Past, Presentand Future has made to protectour nation’s interests. Throughout the day, families

will also have the chance to enjoyplenty of ground entertainmentincluding discounted entry to theF l e e t A i r A r m M u s e um ,interactive military displays,Royal Marines Band, classic andmilitary vehicle exhibitions,funfair, simulators, helicopterpleasure flights, trade stalls andmuch more.Enter the competition below for

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Wincanton Choral SocietySpring Concert 2016Wincanton Choral Society isperforming its Spring Concert at7.30pm on Sunday 15th May atthe Leisure Centre in Wincanton. The concert will be given in two

parts, and comprises three works:the first part includes the well-known Ave Verum Corpus byM o z a r t , a n d , s e c o n d l y ,Beethoven’s Choral Fantasia, Op80, a joyful piece he wrote in


So, you think you know yourpop music, do you?

By John Osborne • Answers can be found on page 47

1. What band was at the 'Car Wash' in 1976?

2. Neil Tennant and Chris Lowe are together known as what?

3. Who were the Manchester band who were 'Moving On Up' in 1993?

4. 'Postcards from Heaven' was a 1997 album from which duo?

5. Name the male who has practiced what he preaches by his latest release 'Keep Singing'

6. Which Beatles single was released 50 years ago this month?

7. 'Only Love Can Hurt Like This' declares which lady right now?

8. Who is the evergreen male who said 'We Don't Talk Anymore'?

9. Lyrics: 'I know a girl from a lonely street, cold as ice cream but still as sweet'

10. Phil Collins and Phil Bailey had a ... what?, in 1984.

Bonus QuestionName the year in which the song in Q8 was released.

Question ImpossibleMother and son Hilda and Rob Woodward were the only

instance of such a relationship getting a no.1 hit.Name the band and song.

Great Quotes in Music (86)“Rock 'n' Roll: The most brutal, ugly, desperate, vicious form of

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WIN TICKETSTo Yeovilton’s

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1880. The principal work of thee v en i n g , h owev e r , i s E i ndeutsches Requiem, written ingrief by Brahms after his motherdied in February 1865. The soprano soloist will be

Belinda Evans, the BaritoneStephen Charlesworth. The pianosoloist will be Anita D’Attalis.Tickets for the performance cost

£15.00 on the door, and areavailable from the Box Office:www.netaticket.co.uk. Tickets forunder 18s can be bought for £6.50.

Robell Trousers - a holidaymust have!Already flying out of the door atPreview of Wincanton are therange of easy to wear trousersfrom Robell.Robell trousers are designed

with everyday luxury in mind.Crafted from a unique stretchma t e r i a l Rob e l l en su r e acomfortable and flattering fit, nomatter what shape or size. Available in over 20 colour-

ways and a variety of styles,including ‘cropped’, these trousersare a must for the holiday season.Dress them up or down - teamthem with a colourful T-shirt fora trip to the beach or perhaps ashir t f rom The Just Whi tecollection and a piece of statementjewellery for a stylish outfit.For a more formal look - a new

label now being stocked atPreview is Lebek, fashionableseparates from Germany. Alsonew to Preview is designer DorisStreich offering stylish, casualclothing and plus-size fashionsfor fuller-figured ladies.

The Beauty Barn - TrentMay Promotion for beautifulHands and Feet!CND nail care helps pamper andrelax hands and feet using theirSpaManicure and SpaPedicuresystems. CND Vinylux polishgives a quick drying, long lastingnail colour with time enhanceddurability when exposed tonatural light.Manicure - Includes tidying

cuticles, filing and buffing nailsand a relaxing hand massagefinished off with your choice ofVinylux nail colour. Pedicure - Feet are exfoliated

and buffed to soften hard skin.Cuticles are tidied and nails arecut and filed. A pampering footm a s s a g e i s f o l l o w e d b y

application of your choice ofVinylux colour polish.

Flower PowerIT SEEMS we have a great loveaffair with flowers. We cultivate

them, bring them into our homes,gift them to our loved ones andimmortalise them in our myths,poems and art. They lift ourspirits with their riot of colourand diversity of form. They havea long history of medicinal usetoo, nurturing our bodies as foodand medicine. Here are just a fewof my favourite medicinal flowers.

Borage - This beautiful blue‘star flower’ is native to theMediterranean and was broughtto Br i ta in by the Romans .Considered to bring bravery, thebotanical name Borago may be a


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Copies of the new visitor guide‘Discover South Somerset’ isavailable from Tourist

Information Centres at: A303Cartgate TA14 6RA and PettersHouse, Yeovil BA20 1SH. 40 pagesof places to go and activities toenjoy organised into sections -such as Explore our Market

Towns, Learn about our Past orEnjoy a Great Day Out – and

presented in a handy pocket-sizedguide with a useful map.

Looking Good and feeling fine

FamilyHealth

withJennaEvans

corruption of Corago - Cor ‘heart’and ago ‘I bring’. The herbalistGerard considered Borage tocomfort the heart and dispelme lancho ly . These p lan t scertainly bring a smile to my face!The f lowers make a prettyaddition to dishes and summercocktails. The leaves are rich inpotassium and calcium and canbe a nourishing addition tosalads. Borage seeds are a supersource of Gamma Linoleic Acid,a useful anti-inflammatory thatcan aid eczema, menstrualproblems and allergies.

Centaury - When a plant takesit’s name from the Centaur Chiron,a great healer said to have giftedhumanity with the knowledge ofplant healing, you know it mustbe a pretty powerful herb!Extremely bitter, Culpeperremarked of Centaury ‘Tis verywh o l e s om e , b u t n o t v e r ytoothsome’. It is this bitternesshowever that makes it such afantas t i c d i ges t i ve a id bystimulating the flow of bile andenzymes. Centaury can be usedfor a weak appetite, poor digestionand heartburn. A simple remedythat does the opposite of mostother medicines used for reflux -it promotes digestive functionrather than suppressing acidproduction (which can lead to allkinds of problems if used longterm). Edward Bach also made a flower

essence from Centaury for peoplewho find it hard to say ‘no’. Forthose who may be gentle, caringand always looking to the needsof others or perhaps even eager toplease, this remedy can help withthe acknowledgement of what isright for the individual. The abilityto serve without being subservient,to care for oneself as well as others.

Honeysuckle - Perhaps morefamiliar to us as a creeping plant,winding its way through ourwoodlands and gardens, emitting

that sweet honeyed fragrance -honeysuckle has some prettyuseful medicinal properties too!The leaves and flowers containsalicylic acid, a pain killer on whichaspirin is based. This makes themuseful for rheumatism, headaches,muscular pain and fever. Thef l ow e r s a r e a l s o a u s e f u lrespiratory tonic and can make asoothing syrup or tea for sorethroats. As a Bach flower remedy,

Honeysuckle is used for thosewho live in the past. They mayb e o v e r l y n o s t a l g i c a n dsentimental about better daysgone by and are therefore missingout on the gift of the presentmoment and hope for the future.

Rose - I couldn’t talk aboutflowers without touching on Rose.Queen of flowers, symbol of love& beauty, embodiment of Venus.Rose is possibly my all timefavourite scent, I use the essentialoil regularly in burners, creamsand oils. Rose floral water makesa beautiful room spray, facialtoner or cooling spritz whenchilled and sprayed on the skinin summer or for menopausalflushes. Uplifting and sensual,rose petals can be used as aherbal tea, popular for relievingmenstrual problems, lifting thespirits and soothing the nervoussystem. Use the pure essentialoil as perfume, add the petals toyour baths, slather your skin inthe oil of rose hips - there arereally so many wonderfullyindulgent ways of using thisplant, and we all deserve a littlepampering!Bach also has a remedy of Wild

Rose. Consider it when feelingapathetic, resigned or lacking inambition. Ralph Waldo Emerson said

that ‘the Earth laughs in flowers’- I think she heals us in flowerstoo.

Jenna Evans ©2016.

Jenna is an Holistic HealthCoach and creator of bespokebeauty products. She can befound on Facebook at ‘AlchemicalBeauty UK’. Jenna is also amulti-award winning ProductAdvisor at Ceres Natural Foods,Yeovil. To make an appointment,please pop in or call 01935 428791for de ta i l s . F ind Ceres onFacebook as ‘Ceres Natural FoodsLtd’. Always check with a healthprofessional before making anydramatic changes to your diet andl i festyle or start ing a newsupplement, especially with anyexisting health conditions.

Hidden Depths – May OffersPick and MixChoose 3 mini treatments fromthe following all for £50.00-Back, neck and ShoulderMassage-Mini Elemis Facial-File & Polish hands-File & Polish Feet-Relaxing Scalp Massage-Leg and Foot Massage-Eyelash Tint & Eyebrow wax-Hand & arm Massage (Add Shellac to your file &

polish for an extra £5 eachtreatment).New -Targeted ToningTightenerIf you fancy tightening up whynot try this ALL NEW, verythe rapeu t i c t r ea tmen t ! Apowerful blend of massage anddetoxifying clay for targetedtoning on the area of your choice.Choose from thighs, abdomen or

back of arms. Clinically provento reduce the appearance ofcellulite after just one treatment!Only £45.00 for this month only!

Dance Class for sufferers ofParkinson’sA new fun and therapeutic classwith movement specificallydesigned for the symptoms ofParkinson’s, started in the DigbyHall Sherborne on Tuesday 26thApril.Specially developed by Pavilion

Dance South West and ArtsLink,this weekly class aims to supportthe improvement of balance,coordination and suppleness.Sessions are led by a trainedspecialist and will be taught in ac o m f o r t a b l e a n d s a f eenvironment.For more information about the

classes which take place onTuesdays from 2.30pm until 4pmcontact: [email protected] orcall 01202 203630.

Celebrate Yarn Shop Day2016 with Hanson’s Fabrics& Crafts and Julia’s HouseWhether you're a crochet expert,or just fancy trying out a newcraft, don't miss Yarn Shop Day2016 at Hanson’s, one of thelargest stockists of yarn in theSouth of EnglandHanson’s Fabrics & Crafts are

hosting the third annual YarnShop Day on Saturday 30th Aprilin aid of Julia’s House with freeknitting and crochet patterns,free demonstrations and tea and


BellissimoBoutique & Dress Agency

33 Silver Street, IlminsterSomerset, TA19 0DW

Tel: 01460 55905 • Prop. Caroline Kenshole

Looking Good

From high street clothing to designer wear, visit BellissimoBoutique & Dress Agency, Ilminster.

cake ! The e v en t ha s b e enorganised by leading publicationsLet's Knit and Let's Get Craftingin a bid to celebrate Britain'smuch-loved independent woolshops.‘We're so excited to be taking

part’ says Myra Hanson, ownerof Hanson’s Fabrics & Crafts.‘Knitting has always been sucha passion of mine and I’m thrilledto be able to host something likethis for my customers so they can

f e e l p a r t o f o u r c r a f t i n gcommunity.’Hanson’s Fabrics & Crafts will

be offering a 10% discount offyarns, patterns & accessories, anall-day question & answer withtheir in-house Hanson’s knittersand tea and cake to raise moneyfor Julia’s House! ‘Both ourcustomers and staff are delightedto be a part of an inspiring dayof creativity and a fantastic dayof raising money for a charity thatis not only local, but close to somany of our hearts too!’ Last year, over 200 outlets

across the country took part inthe day which proved to be agreat success. Let's Knit editorSarah Neal said ‘This year's eventwill be even bigger and better, soi f you're a crafter who hasneglected your local yarn shop inthe past then it's definitely theday to pay them a visit and seewhat they have to offer you.’For more information about

Yarn Shop Day 2016 at Hanson’s,visit www.hansonsfabrics.co.uk

Nine Springs NaturalHealth CentreEstablished since 1979, NineSprings Natural Health Centrei n Y e o v i l i s t h e l e a d i n gcomplementary health clinic inthe region. Set in a beautifulGeorgian house it provides a widerange of therapies practised by30 practitioners. A large airyStudio hosts a programme ofweekly classes - Yoga, Pilates,

Tai Chi, Qi Gong, Meditation,Baby Signing, Baby Shiatsu,Baby First Aid, Pre-Natal Yoga,Mindfulness and more, plus av a r i e t y o f w o r k s h o p s a tweekends.Rooms are available to hire for

seminars and support groups.The road to good health often

requires a combination of severalapproaches, which may or maynot include western medicationas well. Nine Springs offer youguidance as to which therapies/classes are most appropriate foryour particular needs.

Andrew Knight - OsteopathAndrew Knight has been inpractice 30 years this year, 29 ofthose in Castle Cary. Followinga move of premises in 2014Andrew remained o f fer ingOsteopathic services in CastleCary on Wednesday mornings atManor Lodge. The new practice at Keinton

Mandeville offers Osteopathy,Gut health, Kinesiology, Allergyand Biochemical assessmentallowing people to discoverinformation about their needsand improve their diet, receiveadvice about nutrition to improvetheir wellbeing. Andrew is amember of Ballands Bowmen inWincanton and has experience in

treating team GB Archers toassist with stance, posture andhow to be e f f i c i ent in andtherefore improve their Archery.Andrew can be contacted by text,phone, email and via the websiteat www.andrew-knight.co.uk

Heal and Sole HolisticsWhy not treat your healthcondition the natural way?At Heal and Sole Holistics

located in Castle Cary, theyspecialise in Reflexology, Reikiand Indian Head Massage.People are born with the

n a t u r a l a b i l i t y t o h e a lthemselves, which is suppressedwhen they become energeticallyout of balance, through thestresses and strains of everydayl i fe . Their complementarytherapies are holistic, non-intrusive and work by restoringthe energy flow around the bodyto bring the energy centres backin to balance, thus stimulatingthe body’s natural healing ability.They are deeply relaxing, reducestress and tension and can bringrelief to a wide range of acute andchronic conditions.For more information about

them, their therapies and howthey can benefit you, please visittheir website: www.healandsole.co.uk


... and feeling fine

A healthyalternative

Rollup! Roll up! The show is intown - conjuring up the excitementof the Big Top is the ‘Vintage

Circus’ collection of co-ordinatingfabrics. 100% cotton. Just a sampleof the extensive range of fabrics onsale at Hanson's Fabrics & Crafts

of Sturminster Newton.

The Bed Specialist A good night’s sleep is essentialfor your health and wellbeing –so choosing the right bed ormattress is an important decision.On average you should changeyour bed every 8 to 10 years, sowhen its time to replace your oldand worn out mattress there isno better place to go for expertadvice and knowledge built upover 50 years than The BedSpecialist in Yeovil. A family runbusiness in the town stockingmany famous brands such asV I S P R I N G , H Y P N O S ,SLEEPEEZEE and more.Whether you are looking for a

stylish sleigh bed, a divan bedwith extra storage or perhapsbunk beds for the kids, The BedSpecialist can help. Delivery isfree, your new bed is assembledand your old bed disposed of –p l u s a 1 0 0% p r i c e ma t c hguarantee. They have lovely showrooms

where you can browse over 50beds, get friendly and helpfuladvice, share a hot drink andspend as much time as you need

to find the perfect new bed foryour needs. In addition, they also have a

studio of lift and rise chairs bySherborne Upholstery andreclining adjustable beds in manyoptions, available VAT free*.Find them at Huish opposite

the Yeovil Mail Sorting Office –ample free parking right outsidethe door and pay and displayparking at the rear.Visit their website for further

details: www.thebedspecialist.co.uk

Martin & CoMartin & Co in Yeovil was votedin 2015 the best Letting Agent inthe South West region of thebiggest estate & letting agentawards in the UK, knownthroughout the industry as THEESTAS.M a r t i n & C o h a s b e e n

recognised for its outstandingcustomer service to its clients bythe largest and longest runningawa r d s c h eme i n t h e UKresidential property industry.THE ESTAS determines the

best estate and letting agents inthe country through researchcarried out amongst customers

who a r e a sked a s e r i e s o fquestions about the service theyhave received from their agent.


Flowers say so much!“Thank You” - “Well Done” - “Congratulations”...

BOUQUETS • ARRANGEMENTS • PLANTSAs an extra treat why not add a Box of Chocolates or a Teddy?

Andrea’s of Yeovil78 Middle Street,Yeovil BA20 1LTFREEPHONE: 08000 92 93 50

Telephone: 01935 706526

YEOVIL independent traders

Just one of the beautiful arrangements available fromAndrea’s of Yeovil.

The Mad Hatter Jokes, FancyDress & Party Shop –celebrates 30years!Since starting The Mad Hatter30 years ago husband and wifeteam Mike and Terri have grownthe business from strength tostrength. The Princes Streetpremises is a real Aladdin’s cavewith probably one of the bestselections of fancy dress costumesand accessories in the SouthWest.There are costumes for every

occasion from Hawaiian grassskirts through to the Wild Westplus hundreds of masks, wigs andaccessories.There is a good selection of

jokes and magic tricks. (Mike isa member of the Magic Circle). A d e d i c a t e d H e n / S t a g

department with saucy bits andbobs ensures that stag/hen nightsgo with a swing and the first floorHaunted House is dedicated tohorror and Halloween – not forthe faint hearted!On a variety of themes, for

both adults and children, thereis an extensive range of partyware including tablecloths, cups,balloons etc.With the Queen’s 90th birthday

celebrations there will be plentyof Union Jacks and buntingavailable plus of course somemagnificent single ignitionfireworks – which are sold allyear round. Call in and see foryourself!

Crossroads Pet SuppliesHorse? Goldfish? Dog? Whateveryour pet Crossroads have feedsand accessories to suit. Conveniently situated on the

outskirts of the town on theYeovil to Sherborne road withample free parking outside thedoor.

Pet beds, toys, and accessoriescan all be found plus hutches,feeding bowls, bedding and more!Whatever your pet may require

Crossroads is well worth a visit.


Dog tired of high prices?VISIT

CROSSROADS PET SUPPLIESSUPPLIERS OF

• Pet Foods • Bird & Pigeon Seeds• Full range of Toys, Hutches, Accessories

... all at competitive pricesAmple FREE PARKING outside the Door

Find us at Forward Garage on the main A30 between Sherborne & Yeovil

Tel: 01935 411859 .

YEOVIL

If you are looking for aspecial gift - or perhaps you needan item of jewellery repaired, call

into Ward & Sibley familyjewellers of Yeovil where youwill receive a friendly andprofessional service.

Say you saw it in The Visitor

Yeovil Auto TuningY e o v i l A u t o T u n i n g a r econveniently located at 9 OxfordRoad, on the Pen Mill TradingEstate, Yeovil – easily located andwith plenty of parking.Yeovil Auto Tuning is a family

run business, established for 34years. Proprietor Colin Frost runsthe business with his wife Anitaand the ir two exper iencedmechanics Jamie and Ross.They offer a full range of services

- repairs, servicing, engine tuning

and MOT testing which includesclass 1V, V and V11 Light Vansplus motorhomes. A collection anddelivery service is available.

Also operating from the samepremises is Eclipse CustomCampe r s , c o n v e r t i n g VWTransporter T4 and T5 vehicles.

Beds, quality mattresses andheadboards in a wide range ofcolours can all be found at

Fit & Furnish located in the towncentre, just down from

Marks & Spencer (Silver Streetentrance), in the formerVincents Car Showrooms.

Free parking ouside the door.

The Old CreameryFurniture CompanyThe Old Creamery FurnitureCompany is a family run businessbased in Yeovil. From their main warehouse

on the Lynx Trading Estate,they offer same day collectionon a wide range of stocked linesor a full install delivery serviceto the room of your choice for asmall charge, this deliveryservice covers Somerset, Devonand Dorset.They have spent the last 20

years sourc ing so l id woodfurniture from the UK andInternational markets. For thefirst 10 years their core rangeswere dominated by pine bedroomand pine dining room furniture,but in the past few years theyhave expanded their offering toe n c o m p a s s o a k a n d a s hbedroom, dining and livingfurniture.Also available are handmade

freestanding painted kitchens,luxurious leather and fabric sofas,and traditional divan beds.The Old Creamery pr ide

themselves on their qualityfurniture and their reliable,honest and friendly service. Callin and find out for yourself. OpenMonday - Saturday 9am - 5pmand Sunday 10am - 4pm.See their advert on the front

cover.


Yeovil AutoTuningESTABLISHED OVER 30 YEARS

● Repairs and Servicing Specialists● MOT Testing – Classes IV, V and VII ... also Motorhomes● Engine Tuning ● Brakes, Clutches, Gearboxes● Competitive Rates ● Professional, Reliable, Friendly Service● Specialising in VW T4 + T5 Vans● Revo Engine Re-Mapping (VW and Audi Group) COLLECTION & DELIVERY SERVICE

9 Oxford Road, Pen Mill Trading Estate, YEOVILTel: 01935 426515 / 01935 411946


Quality Bathrooms& KitchensQuality Bathrooms & Kitchenssituated on the Lynx WestTrading Estate, Yeovil arecelebrating 20 years in business.The business is owned and runby brothers Richard and AndyReeves who employ their ownteam of qualified fitters.The showrooms are well worth

a visit with over 30 bathroomsand over 15 kitchens displayedover two floors.A further new showroom has

just been added. This showroomhas a fully working kitchen socustomers can see for themselvesfirst hand such innovations assteam cooking and the slide and

hide oven as featured in the GreatBritish Bake Off.As Neff Master Retailers the

very latest in kitchen appliancesare on display with demonstrationdays by Neff planned throughoutthe year. The new showroom alsofeatures a working wet room andthe exclusive Laura Ashleybathroom range.

SESSecurity and Electrical Servicesis a family run company with theowners working alongside theirstaff to ensure an efficient andw e l l c o - o r d i n a t e d t e am .Established since 1984, they arepleased to be able to say that mostof the business has been built up


DESIGN – SUPPLY – INSTALLATION

Over 30 bathroom displays Over 15 kitchen displays

Now stockist of Bathrooms

Master Retailer

Unit 20, Venture 20, Brympton WayLynx West Trading Estate, Yeovil, BA20 2HP

Tel: 01935 410911www.qualitybathroomsandkitchens.co.uk

NEW SHOWROOM NOW OPEN

We haveexpanded

CELEBRATING 20 YEARS

We offer the best serviceand the lowest prices in theSouth West

★ New Scooter £595★ Road Legal Scooter £1,495★ Reclining Chairs from £595★ NEXT DAY DELIVERY

● Daily Living Aids● Bath Lifts● Walking Aids● Wheelchairs● Power Chairs● Stair Lifts

01935 4211111 Camborne Grove (Lyde Road) YEOVIL BA21 5DG

www.hartmobility.co.ukScooter Servicing from £35 • FREE parking • FREE battery testing

HartMobility YeovilDisability & Mobility Products

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for road legal

users

Pre-ownedmobility scootersand wheelchairs

also available

YEOVIL

The perfect combination of style and attention to detail, this single-motor Riser-Recliner with Waterfall cushions is

available from Hart Mobility.

as a direct result of personalrecommendations. Most alarmengineers are also fully qualifiedelectricians with many years ofexperience, who work to a highstandard of neatness and efficiency.They have been NSI Gold -

National Security Inspectorate(NACOSS) approved alarminstallers since 1988, and achievedISO 9000 (BS 5750) in 1993.Burglar Alarms, Security

Lighting and Lock quotations areissued free of charge following a

visit by their surveyor to yourpremises. Each system is designedaround individual needs andrequirements - not offered as a pre-packaged deal. SES only useequipment which they havethoroughly tried and tested and arecompletely satisfied with itsperformance and quality.

Yeovil HydraulicsEstablished since 1968, YeovilHydraulics on the Lynx TradingEstate offers a professionalhydraulic and pneumatic serviceto both the agricultural andindustrial sector. Hose assemblyis available while you wait.They also offer a gas delivery

and installation service for centralheating systems. This servicecovers most of the South West.Make sure your vehicle’s air

conditioning service is workingproperly. At Yeovil Hydraulicsthey recharge air conditioningunits.The garage side of the buisness

offers a full servicing programmeon all makes of vehicle and is aMOT Testing station.

Yeovil MarketsHave you visited Yeovil Market,held every Tuesday and Fridayin Lower Middle Street? Yeovilhas a history of holding marketsdating back to the 1800s - withmarkets being held in MiddleStreet from the late 90’s. Todaythey are equally as popular witha wonderfully diverse range ofstalls to browse around.


Supportyour localtraders!Visit the market

And browse the variety of stalls on offer including ... hot & cold food local produce fresh fish

clothes gifts and accessories

Yeovil Street Markets are held 9am – 3pmon Tuesdays and Fridays inLower Middle Street

CALLING ALL BUDDING ENTREPRENEURSIf you run a small business or you are thinking of starting a

new business read on ... Yeovil Market could provide youwith an opportunity to sell or showcase your products.

More information is available fortraders and customers at:

www.southsomerset.gov.uk/yeovilmarketsor on Facebook at

www.facebook.com/yeovilmarketAlternatively call Lisa or Julia

on 01935 462746 or 07973 725913to discuss your requirements

UNIVERSALENGINEERING SERVICES

• mot testing • car servicing and repairs• all makes and models • brakes, tyres, clutches, exhausts• air conditioning

01935 475959

YEOVIL HYDRAULICS • MAYFLOWER HYDRAULICS• Fluid & Air Power Centre • Hydraulic Equipment Manufacturers

• RAM Makers and Repairers• Stockists of all your Hydraulic & Pneumatic Needs

• Suppliers of all types of Industrial Hoses• Manufacturers of High Pressure Hoses - while you wait!

Tel: 01935 472233Fax: 01935 43121114 Gazelle Road, Lynx Trading Estate, Yeovil

Tel: 01278 450226Fax: 01278 446670

Symons Way, Castlefield Trading Estate, Bridgwater

Part ofVGG Ltd


Proprietor of Puffin Cleaners,James Briggs, is pictured with thelatest technology - a machinewhich ensures a perfect finishevery time on laundered shirts

and blouses.

Fresh local produce such ascheese, eggs, fruit and vegetablesare a firm favourite. Useful servicesinclude watch repairs and keycutting. Colourful fabrics, clothingfor all the family, household itemsand pet accessories and more,ensure there is something foreveryone. Come along and enjoythe atmosphere and pick yourselfup a bargain! There is plenty ofparking close by too. Should youwish to have a stall yourself, or

would like more information call01935 462746 or visit the website.

J2 TilesIf you are thinking of tiling yourbathroom or kitchen or maybeinstalling a wet room – then popalong to J2 Tiles of Yeovil.Owned and run by business

partners Jon and Joe they haveover 25 years experience in thetrade.Their extensive showroomoffers a wide range of tiles both

contemporary and traditional.They are local stockists o fPorcelanosa tiles. A bespoke tileservice, made to customers owndesign, is also available.During May there is a special

offer – free tile adhesive andgrouting when you spend over£400 on tiles (t&c apply).J2 Tiles are also able to offer a

good choice of sanitary ware – frompower showers through to completebathrooms and are currentlyputting the finishing touches totheir first floor dedicated bathroom

showroom. Why not call in – thereis free parking outside the door.

Appleby and ChildsAppleby and Childs, independentmason, has been serving the areain and around Yeovil for over 130years. They are an independentfamily run business offering thebest in service, choice and quality.They special ise in bespokememorials, and also offer a cleaningand renovation service. A freebrochure is available on request.‘Let our Family look after yours’.


J2 Tiles, Unit 16, Venture 20(Opposite Wicks)

Lynx West Trading EstateYEOVIL, BA20 2HP

01935 472088 · www.j2tiles.co.uk

VISIT OUR EXTENSIVETILE SHOWROOMS

Quality Floor & Wall Tiles

Distributors of Porcelanosaand other leading brands

Professional fitting service

Free Measuring & Estimate

Design Advice

Supply & Fit or Supply Only

Full Range of SanitaryWare, Basins, Baths, etc.

CALL IN TODAYPUBLIC & TRADE WELCOME

Open: 9am – 5pm Monday – Friday10am – 4pm Saturday

Free parking outside the shop

John HamblinCABINET MAKERS • ANTIQUE FURNITURE RESTORERS

We are specialists in the repair & restorationof antique and modern furniture

Bespoke Furniture madeto customers specific requirements

French Polishing

Re-Leathering of Desktops, Bureaux, etc.

Dining Table Tops RefinishedA family run business established for over 50 years

Unit 6, 15 Oxford Road, Pen Mill Trading Estate, Yeovil, BA21 5HRTel: 01935 471154 • [email protected]

“We care for your furniture”

YEOVIL

This attractive lowboy in solid oak has Queen Anne style legs and brassinlaid handles. This has been made to customers specification - colour,

design, size etc., by John Hamblin of Yeovil. John and his team undertakecommissions of both modern and antique furniture to any specification in

addition to on-the-premises furniture repairs and restoration.

FocalflamesIt’s been over a year since webegan Focalf lames and thebusiness has gone from strengthto strength! They really are afantastic addition to any home,providing an incredibly efficientand eco friendly heat source,saving you hundreds off yourenergy bills. We are engineers, notsalesmen and with over 10 yearsexperience in the industry wepride ourselves on providing arelaxed, professional, great values e r v i c e , w i th FREE homeconsultations, supplying mostmakes and models at TRADEprices! So if you’ve been thinkingof having a wood burner installed

or already have had a quote thatseemed like crazy money then giveus a try or check out our facebookpage for more information andgallery of our work.

Acorn RecordsAfter a short break Yeovil's longestablished independent Record& CD store, Acorn Records, hasre-opened.Acorn had been serving the

local comunity from its formerpremises in Glovers Walk formore than forty years when itclosed at Easter 2015. A fewmonths later, co-founder ChrisLowe (pictured with his long termcolleague, Anna Wood) was

persuaded to defer his plans toretire and to continue tradingfrom a new location on the firstfloor above guitar and drum shopWaterloo Music in Hendford.As ever, Acorn stocks a wide

ranging selection of music acrossmany genres and continues tobuy and sell records and CDswith thousands of both formatson display. A comprehensiveordering service is also offered.The Aco rn t eam wou ld b edelighted to see you.

Norris Body RepairsNorris Body Repairs is a family-run business near the town centrewhich carries out car body

repairs, paint work, restorationand MOT welding work. Largeand small jobs welcome.If you have an insurance claim

you can choose where your car isrepaired and Norris Body Repairsoffer a friendly alternative to thelarger body shops. Richard Norrishas over 20 years experience inthe industry and will ensure youreceive individual attention –together with a free estimate andhighly skilled repair.Norris Body Repairs carry out

welding work on vehicles thatmay have failed their MOT. CallMary Norris to book your car infor repair today, or call in for afree estimate.


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Chris (proprietor) and Anna (manageress) of Acorn Recordslook forward to seeing customers old and new.

Don’t be fooled by CouncilTax scammersSouth Somerset District Councilis warning residents to be awareof Council Tax scammers whomay offer you deals to reducemonthly payments or reduce yourbanding. Council Tax scammersare very prevalent at the momentdue to bi l ls recently beingdelivered to residents across thedistrict.One current scam that has

been brought to the districtcouncil’s attention is from acompany claiming to be called‘claimers’ who call on behalf ofSouth Somerset District Counciland ask for £65 to lower yourCouncil Tax banding. Please notethis is not a phone call from SouthSomerset District Counci l .Council Tax bands are set by theValuation Office Agency and canonly be changed under certainconditions. Details can be found

at www.gov.uk/council-tax-appeals. You will not be chargedfor the service.Ian Potter, Revenues Manager

at South Somerset DistrictCouncil said, ‘Many scams arehighlighted to the Council andwe try to inform residents whenthey are brought to our attentionbecause ultimately it’s you, theresident, who may lose out.‘If you are struggling to pay

your Council Tax bill and needhelp, speak with a member of theCouncil Tax Team on 01935462462 who will be able to offerhelp and advice’.If you are unsure of who you

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check with a customer advisorwhether the name of the personwho called you really does exist.If you have given over personal

details, we would advise you tocall the Police straight away on101 and report the matter as anidentity theft scam. The Policewill also direct you to the ActionFraud helpline on 0300 123 2040.

Bin reminder for May’sBank HolidaysTwo bank holidays in May meanchanges to collections for everyhome in Somerset.No collections on the Early May

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shades. Including embroideries,jacquards, weaves and prints,Fauvisimo’s refreshing fabrics,with their strong emphasis oncolour, will add ebullience andcharacter to any interior scheme.Available from Needful Things ofCastle Cary.

I START THIS MONTH with mypicture which was taken at therecent Dorset Section Winter Runfrom Dorchester. It shows PeterWood from Highcliffe (right) andNigel Percy from New Milton.Both had a fair distance to travelbefore signing on and doing theorganised run, followed of courseby the trip home. Both did at least140 miles that day. It does showwhat a large area our events drawfrom, and it also shows that doinggood mileages on old bikes neednot be a worry on the reliabilityfront. So when the weather permitsI see no reason why we should notuse our old vehicles and enjoy everymile we do. Old vehicle clubs by nature

attract membership mainly fromthe senior end of the age range.There are always exceptions ofcourse and this may be a sweepinggeneralisation. But when speakingto friends recently our concern foryounger members is shared witha good many other pastimes. It

seems that golf, camera clubs,bowls, tennis and whatever otherclubs you name, all seem to besuffering with this same problem.I therefore ask the question ‘whatare the young people of today doingwith their free time?’ I do notaccept that money is the primereason as youngsters today haveit no tougher than when I was ayoungster. Gym clubs is a recentphenomenon and cost a great deal,and I cannot believe that theremainder are all at home playingcomputer games and the like. Sowe have a challenge to all clubs asto how we attract new youngmembers, and a similar challengeto young people to get out and keepthese pastimes going. They mayeven improve their interactionskills with real people. May brings the promise of

warmer and drier weather and thisis reflected in the number of eventsplanned. Every classic club is busyand the choice of where to go andwhat to see has never been greater.The Westlands Club will be holdingits annual Spirit of the Sixties Runon the 8th May. Always a popularevent and well attended this eventraises lots of cash to go to localcharities. Well worth supporting.The Somerset Section has its

club night on the 5th at Cossingtonand on the 29th will be the All DayBreakfast Run from Spaxton.Sounds tempting. The WessexVeteran and Vintage Section hasits club night on the 9th and onthe 22nd they have a Run andPicnic. The Dorset Section willhave the Lunch Meet at WestStour on the 4th followed on the11th by an Evening Run. The

Weymouth Run is planned for the15th, starting from the Promenade.Lastly they return to West Stouron the 19th for the Breakfast Meet.All three Sections will be takingpart in the Founders Relay Rallyon the 1st and towards the end ofthe month each Section will bedoing its piece for the Baton Rally.More on these two events later.Everyone is welcome at all our clubactivities so for more informationring 01935-872528.Twenty years ago the founder of

the VMCC, Titch Allen, suggestedthat every Section should lay on acheckpoint and riders could choosetheir own route and visit as manydifferent checkpoints as they wishduring the day. Some riders dohundreds of miles visiting manycheckpoints, others on slowermachines might only manage twoo r th ree , bu t th i s i s o f noconsequence as long as everybodygets out and does their own thing.Held every two years this event isalways popular. It is fascinatingsometimes to see old machinesscampering off in all directions.This year the VMCC is seventy

years old. To mark this milestonea baton has been made and willtravel around the country visitingall 86 Sections. A log book willaccompany the baton to show itscourse and to make a record forthose who follow us. At the end ofits tour the baton will end up atCadwell Park on the 25th Junewhere British Historic Racing (theracing arm of the VMCC) will becelebrating its 50th anniversary.Joint celebrations are planned. Allriders can join any Section toaccompany the baton on its wayaround the country. If you fancyseeing, or better still accompanyingthe baton, then I have the full routeand timetable so ring me fordetails. Each Section along the waywill be getting press coverage andno doubt celebratory meals or socialevenings thus making an enjoyabletime for all. Make sure you takepart.Now I am off to play Table

Tennis. This is a twice weeklyoccurrence and we play for a threehour session and the standard ofplay is quite high. Virtually allOAP's of course so we stop halftime to put the world to rightswhilst having a coffee break. Theconversation will probably getaround to the problem of attractingnew members, especially youngones. I fear old age is creeping upon me very quickly as I constantlyseem to be repeating myself.

Rod Hann.


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Local BrewsNOT MUCH OF A beer drinkermyself, much preferring a glassof vino, nevertheless I try to keepan open mind, and when invitedto fund raising events where thefocus is on local brews it seemssomehow churlish to decline.Perhaps it is time to revise myhitherto lack of willingness toimbibe.With Somerset Day coming up

on the 11th May, which had itsinaugural celebration in 2015, itseems the perfect excuse to fullyembrace all that the county hasto offer, hence for the second yearrunning I felt obliged to samplea bellyful of local real ales. Imight just get a taste for the stuffif I keep this up!Never one for skimping on the

research I sampled eight beers inall from a variety of Somersetproducers. In some cases thebee r s men t i oned a r e on l yavailable from the brewery, thelinks for which are providedbelow.

Tapstone Brewing Co. Chardwww.tapstone.co.ukWild Woods 4.5% abv.This is a golden Indian Pale Alewith a distinctive pine and citruscharacter, very refreshing on ahot day.Sea Monster 4.2% abv.T h e t r o p i c a l f l a v o u r saccompanying the citrus in thisblonde ale can transport you towarmer climes.

North Curry Brewerywww.thenorthcurrybrewerycouk.comRed Heron, 4.3% abv.This is the first of the five alesproduced by this family runbusiness. Made from pale andcrystal malt, it is full bodied witha malty flavour that is balancedby the bitterness of golden hops.

They also have on offer LevelHeaded 4.7% abv, which is atraditional old English ale witha dark ruby colour and a rich fullflavour.

Windy Brewerywww.thevolly.co.ukHere they produce the popularTornado, 4.2% abv, which hasa smooth bitterness offset byforest fruits.I liked their Helm, 5.7% abv,

a brown porter produced at therear of The Volunteer Inn atSeavington. It’s made with driedyeast to ensure consistency (onlyavailable on site) and has asuggestion of toasted caramelt o f f e e t i n g ed w i t h s p i c e dmarmalade.

Stocklinch Ales.www.stocklinchales.co.ukThis local brewery, situated on afarm, was started by Kevin andfriends just 4 years ago. Sincethen it has become something ofa ‘go to’ venue at weekends,whe r e l i v e mus i c i s o f t enfeatured.They currently make 4 ales,

with names such as ‘Rusty Boiler’and ‘Beers Jakes’, using just 4ingredients, hops, malt, yeast andwater. Those who like a goldenbeer with a fruity flavour shouldtry their Ramblers Gold Extra,4.5% abv.Top choice for me though is

Black Smock, 5% abv., which Ifirst sampled last year. Thisaward winning ale is a dark beerwith a strong taste of liquoriceand coffee, and just a hint ofblackcurrant. I found it alsomakes the perfect ingredient fora rich, moist, dark cake; truly

scrumptious. The hint of liquoricecharacter of the ale perfectlyoffsets its sweetness. Made inmuch the same way as stickytoffee pudding, even a novice canmake this successfully.

IngredientsHalf a pint Black Smock ale8oz. unsalted butter12oz. caster sugar2oz. cocoa powder5 fl. oz. crème fraîche3 medium eggs1 tbsp. vanilla extract1 tsp. ground mixed spice9oz. plain flour2½ tsp. of bicarbonate of soda

MethodGrease and line a 9in. (23cm.)spring form cake tin.Preheat oven to gas mark

4/180°C/350ºF.

1. Pour the ale into a largesaucepan, add the butter, andheat until melted.

2.Whisk in the sugar and cocoa.3. Beat the crème fraîchetogether with the eggs andvanilla and add to the mixture.

4.Whisk in the flour, mixedspice and bicarbonate of soda.

5. Pour the mixture into thecake tin and bake in thecentre of the oven for 45minutes to an hour (fanassisted ovens will cook morequickly). A skewer insertedinto the middle should comeout clean, and the top shouldspring back if pressed gently.

6. Leave the cake to cool in thetin.When cold, serve as is, or better

still top it off with a rich darkchocolate ganache, or smotheredin cream cheese frosting for trueindulgence.Looking for alternative gifts for

someone’s birthday?Then look no further than Gyle

59 Brewery near Thorncombe,o n t h e D o r s e t b o r d e rwww.gyle59.co.ukThey describe their artisan

beers as ‘spring fed, log powered,propane driven, unfined, hazycrazy’ and offer 1-day or 2-dayBrew Ha-Ha courses in practicalhome brewing.

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'Hi y'all, and how are youdoing today?'YES, you've guessed; the Baxtercrew have been heading Stateside

again in that never-ending questto bring you good readers of theViz all that is best in Americanbeers, and sample 'Good ol'Southern hospitality'. Now beforewe go any further, let's make acouple th ings c l ear . S incereturning, everyone we havespoken to still seems to think thatthe place is awash with fizzytasteless near-beer made by bigmult inat ionals in soul lessfactories. The truth is ... it is!However, once the student islooking, the mentor will appear,and it is not difficult to find thebars and pubs where there is awide variety of local craft/artisanbreweries that serve both draughtand bottled beers of great quality.Note that I did not use the term'ale' for whilst in Great Britainthe CAMRA inspired term 'realale' means cask-conditioned - i.e.still with live yeast at the pointof dispense - but most of the USA

draught beers are pressure-dispensed from kegs, but areflavoursome and quite often,strong! Would CAMRA have beenfounded if the bland and tastelesskeg beers foisted upon us from thelate 60's been as tasty? I doubt itsomehow, although that point isup for discussion. So despite the sea of fizz which

is heavily advertised and makingup in excess of 95% of the beersconsumed, every bar we visitedhad something worth a try. Wewere staying some of the time withmy Godson, Richard, who residesin a suburb of Atlanta, namelyWoodstock (no; not that one, adifferent one) and having beenliving in the States for some 14years knows his way around alittle bit, or to put it another way,where the good pubs are! (Well, It r a i n e d h i m w e l l , b e i n gresponsible for his spiritualwelfare an' all). His parents alsoknow the local area well, and haveintroduced us to some f ineestablishments, the first being'Woodstock Freight Kitchen', aformer goods shed as we wouldrefer to it, slap bang next to therailway. To my eye it would seemthat the actual structure of thebuilding has remained littlechanged since it was built, whichwas around 1897, with a high

ceiling, bare-boarded wallse x p o s e d b r i c k w o r k e t c .Incidentally the 'Rest Room' (youcan guess that one) consisted ofjust ONE loo, for male, female anddisabled, which I am sure gets -ahem! - rather a lot of use on abusy night! The lighting is notoverdone which all adds to theatmosphere, and on our first visitsome 18 months ago we werethrilled to hear an appropriateselection of 'Southern Rock' beingplayed on the sound system,although who should be playingon this occasion? One of England'sfinest - Stevie Winwood!Incidentally, the railway still

runs, not 'through the middle ofthe house' but pretty muchthrough the middle of the town.Whilst there are barriers on theroad crossings there are no suchthings as fences keeping thepopulace from hurling themselvesin front of the freight trains thatstill pass through. Somewhatdifferent from this side of thepond! Visiting for one of theirexcellent lunches, we also foundsome excellent beers from theirconstantly changing beer menu.Our 'server' (waitress) Amy, wasattentive and helpful as they allseem to be, even if the cynicalmight feel that this is the onlyway they can get a decent wage.


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This i s because t ips are asubstantial part of their earnings- and are also part of ones' bill(or 'check' as they prefer to callit). Whilst I tend to generally onlygive scant attention to food in thiscolumn, I ordered a most deliciousbeef burger and I have to say thatwhen they serve a beef burger, itis a 'serious' beef burger, and notat all like one gets in certain fast-food chains in England (the samechains exist there of course). Itcertainly pays to go to theindependent outlets I feel. Ourbeers on this occasion were 'RedHare Brown Ale' at 5.5%ABV, and'Foothills Porter' at 6.2%ABV, bothexcellent we thought. Prices aregenerally slightly more per pintthan over here (they also tend tomeasure in ounces, and anAmerican pint is slightly smallerthan ours). As always they areserved much too cold for ourliking, but this matters little asthe temperature soon creeps upand those flavours come throughwith a vengeance. In fact, whenthe ambient temperature is easilyover 80F, a colder beer is verywelcome! Just down the road from the

Freight Kitchen is Century HouseTavern, which is much like anEnglish pub. Again a fine selectionof beers, and we chose the bottled5.6%ABV 'Bells Porter' and'Kentucky Bourbon Barrel' at8.19%ABV, accompanied by amplesized portions of food served froman extensive menu. Needless to

say each of these establishmentshave their own web-site. Do takea look.American laws regarding

alcohol can be interesting. Oneneeds to be 21 to buy intoxicatingliquor in Georgia and indeed allother States, but amazingly, whenvisiting 'Bullocks' a huge liquorstore in Woodstock for a selectionof bottled beers to bring home wewere asked for identification, eventhough all four of us are into our60's - or even pushing 70! Thecheckout lady said she had to askfor proof ('there are cameraseverywhere') and added that whenher daughter and boyfriend hadvisited England how amazing itwas to stride into a pub, order beerand never be challenged. W e s p e n t s om e t im e i n

Chattanooga where the highlightwas taking a cable-hauled trainup 'Lookout Mountain' (pause foreveryone to make suitable silly

train-like noises), and headingback to Atlanta took a diversionto Marietta, another suburb ofAt lanta where is s i ted theaforement ioned 'Red HareBrewery'. The alcohol rules appearto be bent a little as we wereofficially on a 'Brewery Tour', andour visit cost each of us $8, (about£5) at which point we were fittedwith a wrist-band (just like atGlasto) on which were eight littlepictures of a hare, crossed off oneat a time by staff as each beer wassampled. Although early eveningcrowds were thronging thepremises, spil l ing onto thefrontage where we were delightedto be instructed on the finer pointsof the game 'Corn Hole'. We hadgiven this fine game a mentionafter our last visit and it wouldappear this is played nationwide;quite a feat for a huge country.Put simply, the game involvestossing bean-bags at a distance of

25 feet with the aim of gettingthem through a hole in a board.Please do take time out to see thegame in action on Youtube, andas there is already a thrivingcommunity of players in thiscountry, I would dearly love to seeit played in pubs everywhere. It'sideal for the pub garden, car parkor even the skittle alley in poorweather, it's simple to make andsimple to play, but of course thereis a good amount of skill as wellas a teeny bit of luck - the idealpub game in fact ! We wereinstructed on some of the finerpoints by locals Joe and Marty,but needless to say in a game ofdoubles Richard and I were givena sound thrashing 21 - 8, and itwas nothing to do with all the beer... honest. Next month we'll take a trip

'Way Down Yonder in NewOrleans', as the song goes. Y'allhave a good day now!


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BARRINGTON BOARTraditional Village Freehouse and B&B

Our lovely pub can be found in the picturesque and tranquilSomerset village of Barrington, just 2 miles from the markettown of Ilminster.

The village has some of the most beautiful ham stone thatchedcottages in the county, and is also the home to the NationalTrust property of Barrington Court, which was used recentlyfor the filming of the BBC production of Wolf Hall. We can befound in the heart of the village just opposite the beautiful13th century church of St. Mary the Virgin.

The Boar has a far reaching reputation for serving freshquality food prepared by our young and innovative kitchenteam. We have an interesting and varied menu for diners tochoose from, along with a great selection of real ales, ciders,lagers and wines to complement your food, or for just havinga relaxing drink.

If you are looking for a romantic break, a base for touring thearea or a comfortable place to stay on business, then our 4 ensuite bed and breakfast rooms would be perfect.Clean and comfortable, with flat screenTV, free WIFI and tea and coffee makingfacilities, they are a home from home.

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aid of Cancer Research UK.Rattling Strings are hoping toraise £2000 for the charity soplease go along and give themyour support. Raffle tickets onsale will be drawn on Saturday7th May.


Joe and Marty instructed our very own P.A.Baxterin the finer points of ‘Corn Hole’.

IN BARRINGTON ... there ared e l i c i o u s s t e a k s a t Th eBarrington Boar where the newaccommodat ion i s prov ingpopular with those on location ...new chef at The Fleur de Lis,Stoke sub Hamdon ... Summer isofficially here! Thursday nightPaella & Sangria is back on themenu at The Lord Nelson,Norton Sub Hamdon althoughone customer may get a fullturkey dinner ... always a goodpint at The Muddled Man, WestChinnock ... and could birthdaycake soon be appearing on themenu at The Royal Oak, OverStratton?Idling on to Ilchester where

The Northover Manor is theperfect wedding venue ... hogroasts a speciality at The Lamb

& Lark, Limington ... holding aparty or special event, check outthe function room complete withstage at The Quicksilver Mail,Yeovil ... Tommy Rowe is thenew name for the recent lyr e f u r b i s h e d S k i p p e r s i nSherborne ... Friday Night Choircoming along well at The CrownInn ... live music 6th May at TheSwan Inn, Sturminster Newtonin aid of Cancer Research ... andin Mere congratulations go toM a r k a n d S a m w h o a r ecelebrating 10 years at TheWalnut Tree.Bouncing on to Bruton where

authentic Brittany crepes anddesserts are enjoyed at TrufflesBrasserie ... well done to TheUnicorn, Bayford who have beennamed Cider Pub of the Year byCAMRA'S Heart of WessexBranch, again ... the whole familyare welcome at The HuntersLodge Leigh Common wherethere is a playground for thekiddies ... 6th May No FixedAbode playing at The WhiteLion, Bourton ... poached quailseggs, parma ham, sausage,mushrooms and croutons animaginative starter at TheGeorge Hotel, Castle Cary ...Wednesday Morning is CoffeeMorning at The Orchard Inn,Galhampton who are celebratingtheir first anniversary ... MamaMia, don't miss the authenicItalian themed evening at TheMildmay Arms, Queen Camelwhere the attractive patio is

popular for a drink alfresco ... thestandard of music is high on FolkNight at The Catash Inn, NorthCadbury, pop along and listen foryourself ... Potato skins & Chillia tasty dish from the blackboardmenu at The Camelot, SouthCadbury . . . Dan R i chardsformerly of The River CottageCanteen and Deli joins The

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The VisitorCAN BE READ ONLINE:

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That thanks to the Rescue theRoxy campaign, the 30 seaterart-deco styled cinema inAxbridge will remain open.

That the latest celebrity to hailfrom Sherborne is Ben Hardy,from the local Gryphon School,who is about to feature in theforthcoming f i lm X-Men:Apocalypse, opening in May.

That it was absolute carnage atthe April meeting of QueenCamel Tuesday Group.

That according to one regular -it is Christmas everyday at theLord Nelson, Norton SubHamdon.

That when it comes to CockneyRhyming Slang, a Pony Partycertainly lived up to its name,for young Miss Poppy Dunn ofShipdham.

That congratulations go to MrsMarks of Yeovil, who celebratedher 90th birthday on 21st April,the same day as Her MajestyThe Queen.

That a Comedy Festival Weekendis coming to Wells.

That an international trafficviolation was averted recentlyin Florence for that jet-settingduo Mr & Mrs Teasy Weasy ofYeovil, thanks mainly to theintervention of a sympatheticmotorcyclist.

That runner Richard Dodgebecame a Centurion on 16thApril at Montacute House.

That Norman Leeks gets up at2.30am to wind the clock whenduty calls.

That upon retiring to bed, SallyMe e c h am o f C r ewk e r n erecently experienced ringing inher ears.

That the upstanding John Pennyof Bradford Abbas nearlyenjoyed a very cheap meal.

That the recent colour theme wasunfortunately black and bluefor June of Andrea’s Florist inYeovil.

That the greens of WincantonGolf Course are now in pristinecondition, thanks to the gallantefforts of the Bacon Butty andBucket Brigade.

That when it comes to templatesSue Jeans of Mere deserves amedal for perserverance - anda large G&T.

That Alan Primmer of WestCoker was all at sixes andsevens when marking the boardfor the Warriors in the Squareduring a recent game in 'TheFriendly Landlords' skittleleague.


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FIRST PERSON to tell the abovesong gets a free drink. Last monthSusanne Caller correctly guessedthat it was ABC and “PoisonArrow”.Well the road works are nearly

finished and I must admit that itseems to have made things flow alittle better than before. I can’t getused to the “Bun Fight” that seemsto happen as you come off theHospital Roundabout and go downReckleford … 2 into 1 never seemsto go smoothly and there alwaysseems to be someone cutting inhalfway down the hill which leadsto grumpiness all round.Got a couple of birthdays to tell

you about. Jane Lewis celebratedin style here at The Quick’ whenshe reached the BIG 5-OH. Somegreat music, nice bit of food, a fewdrinks, and some very nice peoplem a d e f o r a g r e a t p a r t y ,congratulations Jane. X.Mr John Nicholas celebrated his

60th Birthday this month and hes e em e d t o h a v e a w e e k o fcelebrations, but he really doesdeserve it. John has been a loyaland regular customer here at TheQuicksilver for many years and Iwould like to join his family andfriends in wishing him a very happybirthday. Well done John!We have some great music for

you next month here at TheQuick’.On Sunday the 15th we have The

Chesterfields ... yes really, they aredoing a gig in preparation for somebig thing they have going on andwhere better to hold it than here atThe Quick’!!??On the 21st we have a special

charity gig in memory of BobAllen who would have been 60 thisyear. We have a fabulous band calledMidlife Crisis - and the proceedswill be going to a charity to helpbereaved children, so get your facein the place.On the 27th BB Tim will be live

in the bar: always good fun, the gigis free and starts at 9pm.And on Bank Holiday Sunday

(29th) we have another free gigwithSTORM.See you all soon.

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Magical MayQUITE THE MOST MAGICALtime of year and I love it! So fullof new leaf and blossom but it allgoes so fast and although I’d loveit to stay forever, each season hasits joys and must be enjoyed.Spring weather is predictablychangeable – nothing new thereso the skill is to cope with it,whether it is protecting earlygrowth and blossom from frost ormaking sure that seeds are sownin time, germinate and arenurtured to a size to plant outand grow. But it’s the blossomthat gets us all excited, theornamental and fruit blossommeans so much after the darkwinter months. Elsewhere in the landscape the

grass is growing and lawns arecalling for attention. Long periodsof mild wet weather encouragesmoss to grow and chokes thegrass. There are ways of dealingwith it but most require at leasta mod i c um o f h a r d w o r k .Depending on just how bad the

lawn is, I would suggest cuttingit really hard, boxing off theclippings before giving it thetreatment. That could be one ofthe really good weed, feed andmosskill products such as theclassic Evergreen Complete, or astraight forward mosskiller. Thelatter usually contains ferroussulphate which kills the moss andgreens up the grass. Within avery short time your nice greenlawn will turn black and look likedeath! Next stage, I’m afraid isto get the rake out or hire a

scarifier to drag out all the deadmoss. If it’s really bad then youmight need to have a couple ofgoes at it, eventually ending upwith a sparse but grassy area. Atthis point, if there is a lot of bareground, over-sow with a mixtureof grass seed and multipurposecompost mixed with loamy JohnInnes . The new grass wi l lgerminate quite quickly and helpto fill in where the moss was.With the summer ahead, a goodlooking lawn is essential and wellworth the effort

Plants of the MonthThyme for Herbs?You can create your own culinaryherb garden that looks almost toogood to eat ! By p lant ing aselection of tasty herbs valued asmuch for their ornamental appealas their flavour, from sage tothyme, rosemary to clipped bayand flowering chives, herbsvalued for their ornamentalbeauty will produce long-lastingdisplays as well as regularpickings for the kitchen.There are no hard and fast


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ru l es about c rea t ing herbgardens, but successful designsoften define the space using brickpavers, dividing-up the area withsmall paths to provide easy accessfor picking. Go for an informalmix or choose a formal patternor ca r twhee l de s i gn . As acentrepiece plant a large, shrubbyherb such as rosemary or sage, aformally clipped bay tree, or apotted herb arrangement.In small spaces herbs can be

grown in pots, either plantingthem individually and groupingpots together into displays orcreating bold combinations inlarger containers. As many herbshave Mediterranean origins theyrelish a site in full sun where theycan bake during summer. Soilmust be free-draining too, as wetand waterlogged ground will leadto root damage, and for potschoose a free-draining loam-basedcompost.Low-growing thyme is one of

the herb garden favourites, perfectf o r mak ing a herb carpe t ,softening the edges of gravelpaths, or filling gaps betweenpaving. With flavoursome foliagein greens, silvers and golds, pluscolourful flowers too, they'll lookgood and provide pickings all year.Whether adding to salads,

cooking with new potatoes, ormaking herb teas, mint is aversatile herb with many uses.Their colours and flavours varyimmense l y f r om power fu lpeppermint and spearmint tothose with an underlying taste ofapple, citrus, banana, red berries,a n d m a n y m o r e . A n d f o rchocoholics everywhere there's

even Chocolate Peppermint witha h i n t o f d a r k c h o c o l a t e .Irresistible! Just remember thatmint is one herb that's alwaysbest kept contained to prevent itinvading your borders, so grow itin a pot or large bottomlessbucket.Rosemary is a hardy shrub

with aromatic leaves and longflowering season. ‘Miss Jessopp'sUpright' is a popular variety withstatuesque habit, but for largepatio pots also consider a varietyfrom the Prostratus Group witha weep ing hab i t tha t w i l lgracefully arch over the sides ofthe container.Try flavouring casseroles, soups

and sauces with homemadebouquet garni made from sprigsof thyme and parsley wrapped ina bay leaf. Alternatively otherherbs can be added to suit yourculinary creations, such asrosemary, basi l , chervi l ortarragon. Herbs have so manyuses from using fresh in cooking,making pesto, infusing into herboils and vinegars, or making herbteas.A wonderful assortment of herb

plants are available at gardenc en t r e s n ow , s o b u y y ou rfavourites to create your ownculinary herb gardens. Manyherbs can be raised from seed too,so buy packets of coriander, basil,parsley, chives and many others.Here are four hardy herb types

i d ea l f o r p o t s o r b o rde r s :R o s e m a r y ( R o s m a r i n u sofficinalis), Mint varieties, Chives- both regular onion flavoured andGar l i c Ch i ve s and Thyme(Thymus varieties which includeAGM winners like golden thyme(Thymus ‘Aureus'), ‘Silver Queen',‘Pink Chintz', and lemon scented‘Bertram Anderson'.

Herb TopiariesSeveral shrubby herbs can beclipped and trained into formaltopiary features. These livingsculptures not only look strikingbut their clippings can be usedin cooking or dried and stored. The best herb topiaries are

created using upright growingvarieties of rosemary, sweet bay,sage, lemon verbena, Greekmyrtle, or even tender perennialslike scented leaf pelargoniums. Popular shapes for training bay

include balls, cones, pyramids,spirals and standards (with aclipped head on a short woodyleg). Skilled commercial growerseven create bay trees withstriking twisted corkscrew stems.


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Top Tips for successful Herb Gardens1. Although many herbs are of

Mediterranean origin and relishhot dry conditions, to get the bestfrom herbs in pots most requireregular watering to prevent theircompost drying out completely.Try standing pots in saucers ofwater so po ts can take upmoisture as required.2. Add natural fertiliser to one

watering a week to keep plantsgrowing strongly, or mix slow-release fertiliser granules intocompost at planting time.3. Regular picking of some

herbs, like basil, encourages sideshoots to form, keeping plantsbushy and productive.4. Pick and dry the leaves of

herbs like thyme, sage, bay andmany others to store and usewhen cooking.5. The flowers of many herbs

can be used to brighten summersalads. Use flowers from chives,basil, coriander and thyme, andflowers or petals from daylilies,pot marigolds, nasturtium,lavender and others. NB Alwayscheck flowers are edible beforeeating.6. Coriander has a habit of

bolting or running to seed, butenjoy their flowers as they'llencourage beneficial insects, likehoverflies, into your garden. Letplants set seed, then collect anddry coriander seeds to grind anduse when cooking spicy Indiandishes.

Jobs for the MonthWarmth and moisture producefantastic growth and young or

freshly planted items will need alittle extra care and support.Don’t let them dry out as theirroots will not yet have madeenough growth to reach lower soilmoisture as yet. By the sametoken don’t drown them by overwatering. It can be hard to reacha balance and in truth it is a skillthat comes with experience.After the winter, watch for

damaged growth and prune backas soon as you are sure thatthings have stabilised and youcan tell how far the damage hasgone. Generally look for the firstgood healthy bud after thedamaged section. Root death isharder to spot especially whereplants have been rocked by wind,and sat for long periods inwaterlogged ground. These maysuddenly collapse when the plantstarts into growth – when thedemands of the shoots exceed theability of the roots to support it.Give encouragement in the formof a feed and mulch and they mayrecover. Even more important,don’t let spring planted trees andshrubs die for lack of water fromdry periods. Keep an eye on newlysown areas; seedlings do not liketo get started and then be left todry out.In the vegetable garden, sow

main crop carrots, swedes,spinach and lettuce. Sow runnerand dwarf beans in trays or pots.Sweet corn can go in provided thesoil is in reasonable condition,a n d w e l l manu r e d . Mak esuccessional sowings of saladcrops [every 14 days]. Prepare thesites for marrows, courgettes andpumpkins (a 1 ft hole filled with

well-rotted manure is ideal)which can be planted out in themiddle of the month.Weed control through regular

hoe ing i s a lways the be s tapproach - use it when the soil isdry so that dislodged weeds can’troot again. Keep the fleece handyin case we do get a cold snap.When you get to the herbaceous

borde r - hoe o f f emerg ingseedlings, and mulch with well-rotted garden compost. Potgrown plants can be planted atany time, and don’t forget toprovide support for the tallerg r o w i n g p l a n t s s u c h a sDelphiniums. This is an excellent time for

planting up ponds and marginalareas to give a good effect thissummer. A mini pond in a tub isreally effective, easy to create andlooks attractive and interestingon a patio or terrace. Roses are growing fast and

must be cared for. Even thoughmany modern varieties are lesssusceptible to black spot, they

still do better if treated, and thefirst spray of the season is themost important. Best of all, feedyour roses well, mulch liberally,and make sure they don’t go shortof water in May and June.Shrub borders – don’t touch

summer flowering shrubs as youwill lose the flowers, but you canprune the early flowering shrubssuch as Forsythia and clip theevergreens.

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fishing techniques in the MekongRiver region, following Sarah’sjourney on board the VikingCruises Magnificent Mekong.Fiona is creating a large canopyinspired by traditional fishingnets and silk weaving. Nick ismaking a lounger styled on atraditional fishing boat.The 7 x 5m garden is entirely

water with a small deck leadingt o t h e b o a t / l o u n g e r a n dcantilevered canopy suspendedabove. The beds follow the styleof the region and contain aneclectic mixture of fruit, flowersand vegetables. Harvested hazel,other reclaimed woods and aplethora of woven wire, silk andfound materials will all be usedto harmonise with the planting.Fiona was approached by

S a r a h a f t e r s e e i n g h e rinstallation piece ‘Lichen’ at theMaureen Michaelson Gallerystand at GROW London last year.‘The 4 metre textured fishingnet/canopy I’m making by handincorporates fine woven copperwires, twine, silk, wool and othersurprising found materials likefish skeletons! It’s a long processand an exciting prospect – I’venot produced work for ChelseaFlower Show before. There willbe technical hurdles, but I’mlooking forward to weaving andlayering it up. I’ll also be creatingsome wire fishing baskets asprops.’

Nick’s involvement follows onfrom their previous collaboration:‘Working with Fiona last year on'step in stone' was an intriguingand very rewarding experienceso I am delighted to be working

with her again on this. I loveSarah Eberle's concept for thegarden. Sarah's photos andstories of the area and traditionalboats are really interesting andhave inspired our designs. Theboa t / s ea t i s a f a s c ina t ingchallenge and satisfies my desireto make unique and unusualpieces. I can't wait to see it allcome together at Chelsea.’The public and judges are sure

to be captivated!The RHS Chelsea Flower Show

takes place 24th - 28th May.

NGS Garden of the Month -May 2016Wayford ManorDesigned by Harold Peto in 1902,Wayford Manor garden includeselegant balustraded terraces andan Italianate loggia giving fineviews over West Dorset. Theseare planted with yew hedges andtopiary.Steps lead down between

spring-fed ponds, alongsidemature and new plantings ofMagno l i a , Rhododendron ,Map l e s , C o rnus . P r imu l acandelabra, Arum l i ly andGunnera surround the lowerponds.Dogs Allowed, Plants For Sale,

Light refreshments. Not suitablefor wheelchairs.Open: Sunday 29 May from

2pm-5pm. Admission: £5, child£2.50. Wayford, Crewkerne TA188QG. To see more details go to:

www.ngs.org.uk

Plant & Jumble SaleThe Winscombe & District RNLIBranch will be holding their Plant& Garden Jumble Sale at 10amon Saturday 14th May in theCommunity Centre, SandfordRoad, Winscombe.There will be a great variety of

tomatoes/ greenhouse vegetables,bedding plants, vegetable plants,gardening books, tools andassorted items plus a raffle, hotd og s , t e a and c o f f e e – a l ldonations of items for salegratefully accepted and collection


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can be arranged - please contactTina at [email protected] or01934 842304. All proceeds fromthe Sale will go to the Weston-Super-Mare New Lifeboat StationAppeal.

Surplus Plants WantedThe Aviary at Ferne AnimalSanctuary, Chard is being rebuiltto give the birds more room. Theyare looking for donations ofsu rp lus p l an t s , t r e e s andsucculents to help simulate theb i rds natura l hab i ta t andencourage natural behaviour. If you can help please call

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Thorngrove Open Day Scope’s Thorngrove GardenCentre is holding their annualOpen Day on Saturday 7th Mayfrom 10am to 4pm. This is a funday for all the family, with manyattractions back by popular

demand. Following the success ofthe Fun Dog Show last year, thiswill be taking place again on thefield by the car park from 1pmonwards . Entry f o rms areavailable from Thorngrove’s shopor on Open Day morning, and willinclude categories such as ‘besttrick’ – so start training your dognow! Scales and Tails will bringa selection of reptiles and othercreatures for people to handle ifthey’re brave enough, or an IrishWolfhound from Pat Dogs will bearound for those who prefer more

cuddly animals. There will bedisplays and talks from the localbonsai and orchid groups, a fireengine, cakes and bicycles fromthe Hope Project, skittles, raffleand tombola and various otherstalls. A barbecue will providehot food and there will be otherrefreshments too. And, of course,the nursery is open to explore thewonderful range of bedding,herbaceous, shrubs and other

p lants g rown on s i t e . Thefundraising target this year is for£10,000 to completely overhaulthe vegetable garden, whichneeds levelling and paving to givesa fe access for everybody ,including people with mobilityproblems. Ring 01747 822242 formore details.


Grass CuttingPaddocks, Plantations Scarifying Lawns

RotavatingRough Ground to Seed Bed

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YETMINSTER &RYME INTRINSECACoffee, Light Lunches and

Homemade Teas inYetminster Jubilee Hall

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PAPERCHASEA SHORTER COLUMN thanusual this month. There is noshortage of material in my file ofpress cuttings but it’s the usuald e p r e s s i n g m i x t u r e o fmisspellings, grammatical errors,misused words, missing andmisplaced text - all things that‘once upon a time’ would havebeen picked up by a watchfulproofreader or sub-editor beforethey found there way into print.The former no longer exists on

our local papers and I’m not surewhat role the latter plays in thesedays of direct input from thereporters’ computers.I’m told that it includes page

make-up. In which case, whoeverwas responsible for the contentof the 17th March issue of theWestern Gazettewas certainly notbeing watchful. A story on page14 headlined ‘Shoplifter testedpositive for cocaine’ was repeateda few pages later under theheadline ‘Shoplifter targetedsame shop twice in three days’.Different headline but word-for-word the same court report,merely abridged by the omissionof six short sentences. In thesedays of computer wizardry theremust surely be a way of ensuringthat, once a story is in the system,if it has been used on one page itcannot be used on another one.It would be too tedious, for you

as well as for me, to run throughthe other cuttings in the file. Theysimply provide more evidence ofthe sad decline in standards inour local papers. One of the ‘oldschool’ of reporters who, I feel

sure, shares my dismay, retiredfrom the Western Daily Press inlate March after a career injournalism of more than 40 years.I first met Tina Rowe in 1988when work b rought me t oVisitorland. At that time she wasthe Bristol Evening Post reporterbased in Yeovil, having previouslybeen with the Western Gazetteand subsequently transferring tothe Western Daily Press, alln e w s p a p e r s i n t h e s am ep u b l i s h i n g g r o u p . I n m yprofessional contacts with Tinashe was always a stickler fora c cu ra cy and ob j e c t i v i t y ,constantly checking the details

and asking pointed questions toensure that I was revealing thewhole story. She knew her patchwell, knew something of thepersonalities in it and theirvested interests, understood thebackground to the issues makingthe news and remembered thehistory of long-running matters.This only comes when a reporterhas been around long enough tod i s c o v e r a n d a b s o r b t h i sinformation, and 40 years hasbeen long enough. She has earneda long and happy retirement butwill be sorely missed from thepages of the Western Daily Press.

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