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2 Wednesday, January 18th 2017 60 SECOND INTERVIEW www.viewnews.co.uk
(cid:2)WHATin town council politics interests you?
Info at a glance ... BARRYIrvine was born in Belfast and has The good thing about the town council is every-
completed a degree and diploma in theol- body seems to work well together and I’m there
ogy. because I want to do well for the community, I’m
HOSPITALS He was ordained in the Church of Ireland not there for a party political reason and what is
Dorset County Hospital . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[phone]
Bridport Community Hospital . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[phone] in 1976 and served his first curacy in good for the people of Bridport, there is so much
WPoerytlmanodu tCho Cmommumnuitnyi Htyo Hspoistpailt .a .l .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. ...((0011330055)) 285210135401 Belfast in the 70s before moving to Eng- going on in Bridport and how we can bring it all
together.
DOCTORS land in 1980.
Dorset Out of Hours GP Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0845 600 10 13 I think it is a wonderful place to be.
Bridport Medical Centre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[phone] He lived in Nottinghamshire in 1980, then
TKhene tL Hymoues Per Macetdicieca . l. P. r. a. c. t. i.c .e . .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. ..((0011229977)) 444423139959 became a hospital chaplain in Cheltenham (cid:2)DOyou have any aims as town councillor?
Elms Medical Centre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[phone] in 1990, where he stayed for 15 years. I would like to get the people of Bridport who are
DENTISTS He retired and moved to Dorset in 2006, very good and supportive of a lot of things to live
Dorset Dental Helpline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[phone]
where he met his present wife. He also has in harmony more.
CHEMISTS
Bridport Lloyds Pharmacy (call to check late opening hours) . . . . . . . . two sons and four grandchildren.
B . r.i d. .p . o. r. t. .C .o . -. o. p. . P. .h .a .r .m . .a .c . y. .( c. a. .l l. t.o . .c .h . e. c. k. . l.a .t .e . o. .p .e . n. i. n. g. . (h0o1u3r0s8)) .4 .2 . 4. 3. .5 .0 . He was appointed as a Bridport town (cid:2)TELLus a bit about the Cupboard Love food
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[phone] councillor in 2015 and takes part in numer- bank.
Bridport Boots (call to check late opening hours) . . . .[phone] The food bank is a big issue, I have seen that grow
Lyme Regis Boots . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[phone] ous groups and activities around the town.
Charmouth Pharmacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[phone] unfortunately and we don’t want it to grow but
Beaminster Chemist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[phone] it is, the number of people coming is going up all
WDoerycmheosuttehr VLlioctyodrsia P Phaarrkm Pahcayrm . a. .c .y . .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. ..((0011330055)) 276845041824 (cid:2) WHICH groups and activities are you in- (cid:2) WHAT encouraged you to join the town the time, because of all the cuts with universal
Portland Boots Pharmacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[phone] volved in? council? credit, all sorts of things are happening.
SPORT & RECREATION SINCEcoming here I have got involved with any- I have always been interested in politics and in We sent out on Christmas week 58 hampers –
Bridport Leisure Centre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[phone]
Beaminster Bfit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .07792 791038 thing and everything. My first hobby is drama coming here I started talking to people and going some are homeless sleeping in tents and sleep-
Weymouth College Sports Centre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[phone] and acting, I came to the arts centre and asked to meetings and some of the other liberal demo- ing bags. We really could do in this area a shelter
BThuodmmaosu Htha rCdoyme mLeuisnuitrye SCpeonrttrse C .e .n . t.r .e . .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. ..((0011330055)) 823606570782 them to put me in touch with the theatre group crat members said would I stand and I got elected of some kind.
St Osmund’s Sports Centre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[phone] and I got involved with encore. first time. The people of Bridport really support us in
LBBIurBirdRtpoAonRr BtY rL aSibdErsRatVorycICk . EL. .i b. .r a. r. y. . .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. ..((0011330088)) 482927757683 mIu tshice,n s os tIa grote tdo sat efowlka rndiginhgt ohnecree, aI malsoon tlhik ien ftohlek a Is atamg gsteilrli nlega ranminogu, ntht efrreo mis sCol lmr Duacvhe, a Rnidck Ia pridc ka nupd thearvmes c oofm tihneg fiono. d bank, the amount of food we
BLyemame iRnesgteisr LLiibbrraarryy .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. ..((0011320987)) 846423316521 Woodman and I play the Cajon (box drum) and Cllr Ros Kayes as well. We have a collection trolley in Morrisons and
Charmouth Library . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[phone] the Bodhran (hand drum) and I do a little but of Waitrose and we have to empty it twice a week
DWoerycmheosuttehr LLiibbrraarryy .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. ..((0011330055)) 726224441400 singing and also play the full drum kit in the 6 0 and Lidl’s give us all the bread that is left on a
Portland Tophill Library . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[phone] music group in St Mary’s Church once a month. Tuesday night.
Portland Underhill Library . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[phone] Then I got involved with politics and was Leakers have given us fresh bread every
LDOoCrsAetL CCoOuUnNtyC CILoSuncil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[phone] elected as a town councillor in 2015 and through Wednesday morning and the south street traders
West Dorset District Council . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[phone] being on the town council I chose to go on the through Nina’s give us fruit and veg.
Bridport Town Council . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[phone] arts centre board and the CAB board because I
Beaminster Town Council . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[phone]
Lyme Regis Town Council . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[phone] am involved with Cupboard Love food bank and (cid:2) WHAT three people would you invite to
Charmouth Parish Council . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[phone]
Weymouth and Portland Borough Council . . . . . . . . . .[phone] we get a lot of references through the CAB. your dream dinner party?
Dorchester Town Council . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[phone] Kenneth Branagh because he is a great actor and
Portland Town Council . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[phone] (cid:2)DOyou still practice as a priest? from Northern Ireland.
POLICE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101
I haven’t practiced as a priest for 10 years until this Ringo Starr because he is a Beatle and a drum-
TOURIST INFORMATION
Bridport TIC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[phone] week, the rector at St Mary’s needs a bit of extra SECOND mer and I grew up with the Beatles.
Lyme Regis TIC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[phone] help and came to me and asked if I would come Barack Obama for what he stands for in terms
Dorchester TIC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[phone]
back and help. of the proper real American and what he is trying
CITIZENS’ ADVICE
Bridport CAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[phone] I haven’t been doing anything within the church to do against the odds.
Weymouth CAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[phone] here apart from the food bank and music group,
Dorchester CAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0845 231400 but he needs help and I am going to help with INTERVIEW (cid:2)What do you like most about West Dorset?
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Local helpline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[phone] the midweek service on a Wednesday and one in The countryside, being near the sea. Coming
ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS 24 hour helpline St Swithun’s Church on a Thursday. here and being 10 minutes from the sea is just
Answered locally in confidence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0845 7697555 wonderful and to walk along there is beautiful.
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www.viewnews.co.uk BRIDPORT Wednesday, January 18th 2017 3
Open forum on play and recreation areas
BRIDPORTTown Council is about to undertake council, said: “The town council manages a large
a consultation asking for people’s views on its number of play facilities in Bridport and West Bay.
play and recreation areas. “Following the success of the West Bay play
This will start at the next town council meeting area, we want to look at all our facilities and hear
on Tuesday, January 24th at 7pm in the town hall from people about how we can improve their
when the public forum will be dedicated to this local play areas.
issue. “The council meeting will be the start of a con-
People are encouraged to come along and sultation process, which will help us to produce
speak about the current provision but also what a plan for the future of play and recreation in the
improvements or changes they might like to see. area.”
There will also be a presentation from the The town council’s public open forum takes
newly formed skate park steering group on their place at the start of the council meeting when
ideas for the skate park site. up to 45 minutes is allowed for a public discus-
Councillor Sarah Williams, leader of the town sion of an issue.
Public invited to skate park meeting
MEMBERS of the public are The meeting is being held at where everyone who has some-
being invited to an open meeting Bridport Town Hall at 11am on thing to say will have the oppor-
(cid:2)THETiger Inn will be brewing their own beer under the name of Stripey Cat Craft Brewery. Pictured are of the new steering group looking Saturday, January 21st. tunity to do so.
Graham and Jacquie Taylor, proprietors of the Tiger Inn at the possibility of combining a The aim is to make sure all users The organisers realise that not
Tiger Inn turns to redeveloped outdoor skate park, are catered for, such as skate- everyone wants to go to meetings,
together with a new indoor ver- boards, BMX and other bikes and so comments can be left on the
sion of the recently closed Trick scooters for all ages and abilities. Facebook page at www.face-
Factory. It will be an informal meeting, book.com/ttfpark2
brewing its own
Schools face tough cuts with new
Government funding proposals
EXCITINGnews for real ale drinkers – the Tiger Inn gression for us so when the opportunity to pur-
in Barrack Street, Bridport, is to brew its own beer. chase a small-scale brewery came up we jumped at FROM page 1 teachers, parents and governors to unite against the
It will be known as the ‘Stripey Cat Craft Brewery’ the chance. Kay Taylor, executive principal of the Minerva proposals.
and will be situated in the former restaurant kitchen “Initially we will be producing two to three barrels Learning Trust, which includes the Sir John Colfox He said: “These are shocking figures that will create
at the pub. of beer a week and hopefully develop beers tailored School, Burton Bradstock Primary School, Bridport despair in schools up and down the country.
At the moment, the ale range at the Tiger consists to our customers’ tastes. Primary School and St mary’s Primary School, has “Far from being the levelling up of funding that
of six changing ales from all over the West Country, “We are very excited about this project and look said that all schools face a challenging future. councils and heads have demanded, the government
as well as further afield, and the Stripey Cat Craft forward to introducing our brews to everyone at She said: “All the schools in the country face a chal- is levelling down and schools across the country face
Brewery range will boost their offering of real ales the official launch on February 2nd.” lenging situation with regard to funding. real term cuts in this parliament.
up to nine. As of yet, the Stripey Cat Craft Brewery has not “Luckily the schools in Bridport have managed their “It is impossible to deliver an effective education to
Tiger Inn proprietors, Graham and Jacquie Taylor, named its first brews and is running a competition finances well over the last few years and are in a bet- pupils if there is no money for staff, buildings, re-
said: “When we bought the Tiger some 10 years ago to find appropriate names. ter position than others. sources, materials, activities or a full subject choice.
we were determined to grow the ale side and be- Suggestions can be emailed to Jacquie@ “We can only hope that the Government will listen “Parents and school governors should unite with
come a proper traditional pub – serving a great pint thetigerinnbridport.co.uk by January 20th, alterna- to the concerns of headteachers and put more re- teachers in demanding the government fund our edu-
in a homely, friendly atmosphere. tively pick up a form from the Tiger. sources into supporting our children’s education and cation properly.
“The popularity of real ales continues to grow with The winners will be announced at the official their future. “This is no way to run an education system. More
the discerning beer drinker now seeking new craft launch on February 2nd, when prizes will be “The Minerva Learning Trust are determined to money needs to be given to our schools to give the
work closely together to protect schools, their families country an education system it can be proud of.”
beers. It is important for us to keep up with the trends. awarded, including a £50 voucher to spend at the
and communities.”
“Brewing our own craft ale seemed a natural pro- Tiger to the one considered the best.
Headteacher at Colfox David Herbert said the Na-
tional Union of Teachers calculations are “very much
Nurses star in London advertising a worst case scenario”.
He said: “Despite a new national funding formula BOILERMAN
and some changes in the funding for academies, the
campaign for Dorset HealthCare actual budget that Colfox will receive is relatively un- LTD
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changed.
OIL & GAS
“What the calculations have done is factor in things
TWOnurses from Bridport Com- “I love living in Dorset it’s a people throughout the campaign. that may, or may not, happen in the coming years, for
HEATING & BOILER MAINTENANCE
munity Hospital are starring in a fantastic mixture of countryside “Our own staff tell us the example as an estimated increased cost of living at
recruitment campaign for Dorset and seaside and I live a couple of lifestyle change attracted them to 8.7 per cent, which then means that although funding Breakdown Repairs & Spares
HealthCare in London to attract miles from the hospital on the Dorset. levels for many schools are not actually affected, in
Telephone: [phone]
people to a range of vacancies edge of town so I can ride my “I came here from London 26 real terms schools will face more challenging times.
with the trust. bike, I can go mountain biking, I years ago to do my health visitor “We have been preparing for this over the last two
Dorset HealthCare is targeting a can go kayaking, fishing, I’ve got training and I have never left. to three years and our school budget is in fact in very
bigger pool of people as it spreads a young family so it is a great “I had no idea where I was com- good shape to face these changes in school funding.
the word about why it is a great place to grow up – I just love it.” ing to and never intended to stay, “However we welcome the attention that is being
place to work. William Creaser said: “We had but it has offered me so many op- brought to this issue and think it is important that ev-
Staff nurses Tony Coliandris been coming down as a family on portunities. eryone understands that trying to do more, with less,
and William Creaser feature in a holiday down to Dorset for many “We have a wide range of roles is not going to be easy for the profession as a whole.”
short video clip, explaining why years, my sister lives in Bridport, available – from nursing to cater- The new funding formula was welcomed by Dorset
Bridport is such a great place to she has also worked at the hospi- ing and estates to therapy. County Council, but it said it was disappointed by the
live and work. tal and I qualified as a nurse four ‘We know we are competing level of funding for Dorset schools.
Tony said: “I met my wife years ago, got a job in Manchester against trusts across the UK but Cllr Deborah Croney, Dorset County Council’s cab-
whilst training as a nurse and but then I was applying for jobs we have a lot to shout about. We inet member for learning and skills, said: “We wel- Dorrcchester - Bridporrtt-LLLyyme Regis
when we finished our course we down in Bridport specifically. are very proud of our services and come the government’s second consultation on a
went on a quick road trip in a “Working in the hospital is re- our staff and we would like to national funding formula for schools.
camper van – Cornwall and ally fun everybody is so welcom- find more great people to join us.” “Overall, this signals a step towards rebalancing WWaarm and friendly hoouseholds
Devon – and ended up in Bridport ing, you don’t feel like a stranger In February, a local campaign in schools’ funding nationally and an increase in funding Full support team on hand
and we kind of fell in love with at all and it is a relaxed pace of Dorset and neighbouring counties for Dorset pupils.
the place – the people and the sur- life as well.” will also kick off and will high- “However, we are disappointed at the level of in- ££770000 per 44-we ekk stayy
roundings – and we have been With adverts in London Under- light the range of different roles cchreoasseen itno fduisntdrisb ufoter fDuonrdsientg stcoh socohlos oalns.d the method Students out alldaayy wweekdaayys
here ever since. ground and on buses, as well as available in the trust.
“I have been with Dorset outdoor advertising, the trust is Fiona added: “It is possible that “All schools are facing considerable financial pres- Rewarding and fun exxperience
sures with little increase in funding since 2010 and
HealthCare for about four years, aiming to fill vacancies in nursing people think the NHS is just
are taking action to manage within the funding they
it is a great place to work, a lovely and other key roles. about nurses and doctors, but
community hospital, it has a Fiona Haughey, director of there are so many professions and have.” Email:
lovely community feel, well val- nursing and quality, said: “We roles which all play a part in run- However, Kevin Courtney, general secretary of the [email protected]
National Union of Teachers, said that the figures
ued by the locals, which is a great chose London because we will be ning our services and supporting (Host Family Serviices)
would cause “despair” in schools and encouraged
incentive to come to work. able to reach a huge number of the local people we serve.”
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Judith and Tony Chaffey are
delighted to announce the
engagement of their daughter (cid:2) BRIDPORT’s new community theatre project FLEA! Has been launched and organisers and members
Catherine to Aaron Walker.
(pictured) are encouraging people to get involved
Congratulations and much love A PACKEDballroom at the Bull Hotel bore witness Sally said: “There really is something for everybody.
to the launch of Bridport’s new community theatre “We want to make a fantastic show and we want to
Mum, Dad & family
project ‘FLEA!’. make sure everyone has a great time doing it.
More than 120 people attended the evening of “You can be assured you are in safe hands with this
music and presentations from the projects team mem- team of experienced arts practitioners who are dedi-
Bobby Ashton bers who are looking to involve people in all aspects cated to making this show the spectacle that it is de-
of the production. signed to be. All we need now is you!
The show, which is written by composer Andrew “We have already had a lot of people come forward
Dickson, tells the story of a whacky and absurd flea wanting to get involved and we have been blown
Happy 7th Birthday circus where ukuleles form the main musical back- away by the reaction so far.
drop and storyline. “One woman who keeps sheep told me she made
All my love always Nanny The lead role of the ringmistress, Madame Celine, sure the ram got sent in with ewes early so she won’t
will be played by Hester Goodman of the Ukulele Or- be lambing when the performances are on – that is
chestra of Great Britain, who entertained the audience dedication for you!”
by fronting the six-piece band who demonstrated To find out more about auditions and to register an
some of the songs from the show. interest, email [email protected]
Congratulations Feedback from members of the public expressed a The performances will take place in May at the
STEPHEN
feeling of excitement and a positive atmosphere of Electric Palace.
inclusivity and fun.
on your M.B.E. Producer Sally Vaughan, director Niki McCretton Bridport’s Best Breakfast
From Dad, Mum, and choreographer Anna Golding explained how any-
Richard & Family. one can get involved in bringing this circus to life.
So very proud of you! The show has roles for ukulele players, singers, ac- MEMBERSof the Bridport Local Food Group will
tors, circus acts and even dogs. be holding Bridport’s inaugural Best Breakfast on
It will also be needing lots of hands on help with Sunday, January 22nd at St Mary’s Church House
backstage set building and ancillary roles. from 9am to 12noon.
MIKE STOODLEY Audition workshops are already underway for On offer will be a selection of breakfast good-
ukulele players and dancers, and over the next week ies, including homemade muesli, bacon,
Happy Birthday Dad the project is concentrating on auditioning actors. sausage, egg, toast and homemade jam and
Have a great day. Acting parts also involve singing but not necessarily marmalade all sourced locally.
ukulele playing. Tickets are £5 in advance from Bridport Tourist
All our love Teresa & Bob The acting audition workshops will be taking place Information centre or £6 on the door. Children
xxx on Sunday, January 22nd from 10am to 4pm, and under 10 will be £3.
Tuesday, January 24th from 7pm to 9pm at the Lyric Any profits will help fund this year’s Bridport Food
Theatre. Festival and other local food and drink projects.
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ViewLetters Tenth birthday for
Amnesty in Bridport
AMNESTYInternational in Bridport will be writ-
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Local Food Links ing and signing letters and cards to support
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and not necessarily of this newspaper DORSET catering company, Local Food Links information contact Rachel French at
(LFL), is celebrating 10 years of serving up millions [email protected]
Thank you school meals since it was founded in 2006.
What began as soup and a roll followed by a slice Building bridges
of cake one day a week at Bridport Primary School
has grown into a social enterprise supplying around RESIDENTSare being invited to a “Bridges Not
from Santa 3,000 freshly prepared hot school meals every day to Walls Banner Drop” in Bridport on Friday (Jan-
33 schools across Dorset from four kitchens in Brid-
uary 20th).
port, Dorchester, Blandford and Shillingstone.
It is a UK wide event in which groups of peo-
LFL plans to be supplying even more schools over
ple will drop banners from bridges across the
the next 10 years.
(cid:2)THE Rotary Club of is important, we also The company started their 10th anniversary country on the day of Donald Trump’s inaugu-
Brit Valley would like enjoy bringing tradi- celebrations with a birthday menu in schools on Fri- ration to send the message “we will build
to extend a hearty tional Christmas cheer day. bridges, not walls, to a peaceful and just world
‘thank you’ to the gen- to residents. The sleigh Pupils enjoyed roast beef and Yorkshire puddings “We have developed an innovative and sustainable rid of oppression and hatred”.
or homity pie followed by a birthday cupcake and The Bridport banner drop will take place at
erous people of Brid- is now stored and Santa local model and become and expert in provision for
each pupil received a special edition 10th birthday East Bridge at 4pm.
port and the and his elves returned small schools, which has enabled us to contribute to
recipe book featuring 10 LFL recipes. More information can be found at
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Santa Float collections; and about again next back to many Dorset schools over the last 10 years. Twinning dinner
of School Chef of the Year.
thanks also to our year.
Chef Tracy Dawson impressed judges with her
sponsors, Humberts So, whether con- ‘strawberry dream’ pudding, made up of strawberry MEMBERSof Beaminster Twinning Association
and Motorwell. tributing to worthy mousse on a crispy cocoa base and topped with a will be holding a fundraising dinner on Satur-
This season we raised local causes or your layer of fresh strawberries. day, January 28th at Beaminster Public Hall
a marvellous total of children being able to Tracy said: “I am really pleased to have won this from 7.30pm for 8pm.
£3,150 and, as always, chat to Santa, look out award because I particularly enjoy making puddings It will be three courses – guests are invited to
we will make sure that for our sleigh next De- in the LFL kitchen. bring their own drinks – a quiz and raffle.
“The School Chef of the Year competition is great
every penny of this is cember; our rota will Tickets cost £12.50 and are available by calling
fun and I really enjoyed the day.”
used to support local be published and you’ll Caroline Morgan said: “[I am] absolutely delighted Margaret Greenham on 01308 862493 or Valerie
good causes which hear us coming! that Tracy has won this award and that the quality of Jepps on 01308 863309.
change from year to Thank you again. LFL school meals has been recognised within the in- The group’s AGM will be held on Monday, Jan-
year, as we respond to dustry. uary 30th in the Strode Room at 7pm for
requests from the com- BOB PONCHAUD, “We are very proud of the meals we serve and 7.30pm.
munity. President, Rotary would love to speak to the other Dorset schools that All are welcome and cheese, wine and a raffle
Although the money Club of Brit Valley would like to work in partnership with us.” will be on offer.
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Model railway exhibition
on right track for success
MODELrailway layouts of all shapes and sizes at- children could play with.
tracted enthusiasts to Beaminster’s Public Hall for the Douglas Beazer, a member of the Bridport and Dis-
Bridport and District Model Railway Club’s exhibi- trict Model Railway Club, said: “The exhibition went
tion. very well with many visitors, including lots of chil-
Hundreds of people attended the winter show, dren, coming from far afield.
which hosted nine exhibitors - including members “A lot of people commented on the high standard
from other model railway clubs - along with trade and of the layouts on show and the warmth and friendli-
information stands. ness of the whole show.
Exhibits included layouts of the West Bay to “The model railway club was very pleased with the
Maiden Newton line, Longmoor Military Railway, day and we look forward to the next exhibition in
Shillingsford and a Thomas the Tank Engine one that Bridport on Saturday, July 29th.”
(cid:2) ANDYand Windy Miller with their ‘I’Ad That’ layout
(cid:2) DEREKspencer and Steve Hule, members of (cid:2)CHILDRENwere able to control the trains on
the Bridport and District Model Railway Club, a Thomas the Tank Engine layout, run by Geoff
with the club’s West Bay layout Trenholme (cid:2) PHILDawling and Chris Vickery with their Rosedale layout
www.viewnews.co.uk BRIDPORT Wednesday, January 18th 2017 7
Here we come a-wassailing
MOREthan 100 peo- they enjoyed cider and
ple gathered in Brid- apple juice from local
port’s community producers.
orchard to take part in Local storyteller Mar-
the 10th wassailing tin Maudsley led the
event. event, encouraging
The annual cere- the crowd to sing and
mony involves bless- make lots of noise to
ing the trees with cider scare away bad spirits.
and bread to encour- A wassail King and
age a good harvest for Queen - Oscar Pitt and
the coming year. Delphine Munro - were
(cid:2) MUSICIANS entertained the The Wyld Morris chosen to pour cider
crowds (cid:2) WASSAIL King Oscar Pitt dancers kept the around the base of a
Photos by Tim Russ blesses the tree with cider crowds entertained as tree and place the first
piece of bread as gifts.
Ian Bark, an organiser
of the event, said: (cid:2) VISITORSwere invited to place bread on the trees to encourage a
“Wassail 2017 was a re- good harvest for the coming year
ally enjoyable occasion
all round.
“The weather was
kind to us, the large
crowd of wassailers
were in fine voice and
wassail butler Martin
Maudsley conducted a
highly energetic cere-
mony.
“Unfortunately,
thanks to some rather
irresponsible dog own-
ers, the occasion was
spoilt for many by a
significant number of
the deposits left be-
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Rotary unites for Fiji project
THE true meaning and
spirit of the Rotary or-
ganisation was exhib-
ited last week when
three local Rotary
clubs joined forces
with one from New
Zealand to provide
funds for new toilet fa-
cilities at a remote
school in Fiji.
The presidents of Brit
Valley Rotary and
Bridport Rotary clubs,
which raised £1,000
each, and Langport &
Somerton Rotary
which contributed
£500, presented
cheques to Dr Peter (cid:2) ROTARY POWER: From left Stan Jones, Margaret Long, Roger Stoodley
and Margaret Long, (President Bridport RC), Bob Ponchaud (President Brit Valley RC), Peter
Long, Mike Gillingham (President Langport & Somerton RC)
who founded and run
the charity Children of an additional £9,500 to com- and the refurbishment of the old
Fiji, during a club evening at plete the cost, for which last toilets for staff use, together
Haddon House last week. year’s president David Conroy, with a covered walkway from
This total was doubled to a former Brit Valley member the school building and a
£5,000 by a cheque from the who emigrated three years ago, 10,000 litre storage tank.
Rotary Foundation, which has been a great supporter. The money was raised by each
matched the three clubs’ contri- Peter and Margaret Long club through a variety of differ-
butions from grants, and was identified the need for the new ent schemes, and is a prime ex-
presented by Stan Jones, Chair toilets at the school in Dogotuki ample of how Rotary clubs
of Rotary District Grants Com- on the island of Vanua Levu, around the world can unite to
mittee. where 148 pupils and eight staff deliver help to others less fortu-
In addition the Bishopdale had to share just two cubicles. nate through friendship and net-
Burnside Rotary Club in The project, which should be working; in this case providing
Unlock youur Christchurch, New Zealand, completed by mid-February, vastly-improved sanitation and
which has a strong interest in will see separate boys and girls’ washing facilities and hopefully
projects in Fiji, has contributed facilities in a new toilet block a reduction in the risk of disease.
buusiness ppotential
Transport action group to
with Barterrcard
hold meeting and AGM
THEnext meeting of the West Dorset Western Area Academy for eligible pupils, which would allow
Transport Action Group (WATAG) will be held on more public use and incorporate some of the ser-
Thursday, January 26th at the WI Hall in North vices currently subsidised by DCC.
Street at 6.30pm. There will be an update following initial work led
Gain extra sales, introduuctions to
This meeting will commence with the group’s and funded by Bridport Town Council with a grant
AGM where the committee for 2017 will be elected from DCC into the feasibility of providing a com-
new customer and a nooticeable
and anyone with an interest in public transport munity bus.
matters is welcome to join the advisory group. This is with the aim of helping to fill gaps left by
edge over your compeetitors by Bus operator First has announced that they are the subsidised services already lost and those
putting on a later X51 bus service from Dorchester which could end during summer 2017.
usingg Bartercard. Barteercard is South train station to Bridport on Monday to Friday The consultation on the community bus is still in
evenings starting from January 15th. progress and can be found at www.bridport-
business tool offering yyou many It will leave at 8.10pm, which will connect with tc.gov.uk or paper copies can be found at Bridport
the 5.35pm train from Waterloo arriving in Dorch- Tourist Information Centre and Mountfield. There
unique advantages, inncluding ester at 8.03pm. will also be a consultation of non-bus users to fol-
A Dorset County Council officer is expected to at- low.
guaranteed new customers, tend the meeting to explain the new contracting There will be a democratic session when people
system for school transport to Woodroffe School, can raise new questions about local bus and rails
improved cash flow andd reduced Beaminster School and the Sir John Colfox services.
cash expensess. Weldmar to hold
Lions’ barn dance
Snowdrop Services
MEMBERSof the Bridport Lions Club will be
holding a charity barn dance at the Tithe
Call: 0800 840 6333 WELDMAR Hospicecare Trust will be holding Barn in Symondsbury on Saturday, March
Snowdrop Services in Bridport and Beaminster 4th.
or visit: www.bartercard.coo.uk next month. The Casterbridge Band will be performing
The annual remembrance services give people at the event, which starts at 7pm.
the opportunity to remember loved ones who have Tickets cost £10, with a ploughmans dinner
died. included, and are available from Bridport
Weldmar’s Snowdrop Gardens and Walks were Music and Bridport Tourist Information Cen-
also established to provide a lasting memorial to tre.
those who have died. There will also be a fully licensed bar.
The services will take place at Bridport Catholic
Church on Thursday, February 2nd at 11am and at
St Mary’s Church in Beaminster on Thursday, GOT A STORY?
February 9th at 11am. Everyone is welcome to at-
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Young performers stage ‘pitch perfect’ The Young Ones
BRIDPORTYoung Performer’s Scholar- oper Hamilton Black, who plans to tear his Cliff Richard-inspired performance audience participation in some of the
ship students showed off their consider- THEATRE REVIEW it down to make room for a large office was on point while his voice perfectly fit more well-known numbers.
able talent once again in a nostalgic and block. They decide to put on a show in the the crooning numbers of the time. Standout songs in the show included
by Peter Hodges
pitch-perfect performance of the 1961 attempt to raise the money to save their Nicky’s love interest Toni was played by the opening Got a Funny Feeling by
Cliff Richard vehicle, The Young Ones. club but problems ensue when the club Ellie Taylor, who provided the acting Harry Lockett, 11-year-old Hannah
The production follows the story of find out that Nicky is none other than ability and singing talent of someone Golding’s I Love You and Ellie Taylor’s
their club in West London from the un-
youth club member and aspiring singer Hamilton Black’s son. destined to be treading the boards in the No One for Me but Nicky, expertly ac-
scrupulous millionaire property devel-
Nicky and his friends, who try to save Harry Lockett was cast as Nicky, and West End within the next 10 years. companied on the piano by the show’s
Special mentions must go to seasoned Musical Director, Lauren Glover.
performer Matt Lockett (Ernest) and The Young Ones was directed by local
(cid:2)THEfirst act of The Young Ones closed with young Max Smith (Jimmy), whose natu- musical regular Jodie Glover, whose di-
the full company performing All for One ral comedy timing will see him be a reg- rection helped the show zip along at an
ular face in the Bridport theatrical scene enjoyable pace, flicking between musical
in the years to come. The scenes between and non-musical scenes, as each young
Ernest and Jimmy rippled with chemistry performer got plenty of valuable stage
as the duo had the audience in stitches time.
with their shtick. Amelia Mundy (Bar- With the main cast expected to stay to-
bara), Stephen Hicken (Chris), Bethany gether for a new production next year,
Hyde (Dorinda Morrell), and Adam Bridport can look forward to another
Hardy as the villainous Hamilton Black, well-acted and sung production in 2017.
all impressed as the cast
coped expertly with the
swinging sixties language and
dance moves.
While at times the non-mu-
sical scenes slowed down the
production when the main
cast and chorus broke into
song, the entire show was
lifted onto a level above ama-
teur dramatics, even getting
(cid:2) RIGHT: Stephen Hicken
(Chris) threatens Adam
Hardy’s villainous Hamil-
ton Black
PHOTOS
by Sean Hyde