News, comment and gossip for Horsington, the Cheritons and surrounding villages in Somerset
What’s on locally
Wincanton-based Somerset & Dorset Animal Rescue are holding their annual Fun Dog Show and Fete on Sunday 30 September at Balsam Farm, Common Lane.
Apart from the dogs, there will be the usual array of marquees selling bargains, bric-a-brac, pet items, cakes and other refreshments. Entries from 12 noon, judging starts at 1 pm.
More details from Sam on 07971 079249 or skodasam@hotmail.co.uk
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Regular activities (village hall unless stated)
Mondays Pilates 6pm
Tuesdays Upholstery 10.30 am , Badminton 8pm,
Wednesdays Adult tap dancing 6.15
Thursdays Art 10.00
Fridays Art 10.00
Other events
Wednesday 5th September Half Moon Music Night, 8.45
Tuesday 11th September Coffee and cake party in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support -The Old Bakery, Horsington 11am Tel 01963 370273. More . . .
Thursday 13th September Parish Council, 7.30, Village hall
Sunday 16 September Trio Violetta concert of 18th century music and readings from Parson Woodforde’s famous diaries, followed by a cream tea. St John’s Chrch, Horsington, 4pm. More . . .
Friday 28 September Reception and book signing to launch Lord Waddington’s memoirs. Yarlington House, 6.30 pm.
Sunday 30 September Fun dog show and fete, Balsam Farm, Common Lane, Wincanton. More…
St John’s Church services
2nd September 9.15 Holy Communion
9th September 11am Morning prayer
16th September 9.15 Holy Communion
30September 10.30 United Benefice Service
Don’t forget Sunday’s quiz at the Half Moon. 8pm. Usual rules
Are you ready to party yourself into shape? That’s what Zumba is all about,.
It’s an exhilarating, easy to follow, calorie burning dance fitness party thats full of fun, smiles and laughter- and anyone can join in.
Jude Edge is starting a new Zumba class on Wednesday 18th of July from 6.45 to 7.45, the cost of the class is £4 for the hour.
Come along and join in at Templecombe Sports and Social Club, Vine Street, Templecombe, BA8 0JY and see how much fun zumba can be.
Contact Jude on 0790 207 0667 or see Facebook: zumbawithjude
See the trailer for the Jubilee Party video.
Copies available from the Half Moon from Wednesday evening onwards -£10, in aid of the church roof restoration fund.
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Your editor has not yet had the fortune to visit Shaftesbury Arts Centre to review “Me and my Girl”, so we must rely on the drama critic of the “Blackmore Vale Magazine” for a verdict on the show. Here are a few choice quotes from this week’s review, in case you haven’t seen them.
“a huge amount of musical talent at Shaftesbury …”
Sophie Lester (director) . . . has found and unleashed an energy, enthusiasm and joy in her cast that also infects the audience.
“…some brilliant directoral ideas…”
“Many Shaftesbury Arts Centre stalwarts give the performance of their lives…”
You get the picture.
The hit musical “Me and My Girl” is the summer show at Shaftesbury Arts Centre. This well-loved musical has enjoyed long runs in London and Broadway, and has won numerous awards.
It tells the story of cheeky Cockney Bill Snibson who unexpectedly finds himself heir to a large estate. But there are strings attached: he has to marry a fit and proper young lady and not his Cockney girlfriend if he is to inherit!
Me and My Girl contains a host of hilarious characters, witty one-liners, great dance routines and music which will have you singing all the way home! Show-stopping numbers include Doing the Lambeth Walk, The Sun Has Got His Hat On, Leaning On a Lampost and, of course, Me and My Girl.
The Shaftesbury production features Horsington’s very own Chris Bailward.
Dates: Friday and Saturday this week – 6 & 7 July.
Wednesday –Saturday next week – 11-14 July
Tickets :Wednesdays & Thursdays £10 (SAC members £8), Under 18s £5
Fridays & Saturdays £12.50 (SAC members £10), Under 18s £6
Box office 01747 854321 – or follow the link in our “Blogroll”
Hollywood comes to Horsington. And the village itself , plus its inhabitants, are the stars. And we’re not forgetting South Cheriton either.
The film in question is the long awaited documentary on the Jubilee street party, which will be shown for the first time on Sunday 15 July at 2pm in the Half Moon. Everyone welcome.
Virtually everyone who contributed to the event, or attended the splendid lunch is featured, so come along to see how you look on TV.
The video will be placed in the “Time Capsule”. But you can buy a DVD with additional bonus footage of the village and the Jubilee event.
The DVD costs £10, and net proceeds will go to the church roof fund.
Copies will be available from the church and the Half Moon. You can also order a personal copy by emailing bloggovision@idnet.com, with your name, address and number of copies Please help this important cause and receive a valuable memento of a fabulous day. Cash on delivery please.
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Regular activities (village hall unless stated)
Mondays Pilates 6pm
Tuesdays Upholstery 10.30 am , Badminton 8pm,
Wednesdays Adult tap dancing 6.15
Thursdays Art 10.00, 1.30
Fridays Art 10.00
Other events
Friday 6 and Saturday 7 July “Me and my Girl”, Shaftesbury Arts Centre, 7.30. More
Wednesday 11 July -Saturday 14 July “Me and my Girl”, Shaftesbury Arts Centre, 7.30. More
Thursday 12th July Parish Council, 7.30, Village hall
Sunday 15th July World Premiere – “The Horsington Jubilee Party” – Half Moon, 2 pm . More
Sunday 22nd July “Parson Woodforde at Stock Gaylard”- 18th century music and readings from Parson Woodforde’s famous diaries. St Barnabus Church, Stock Gaylard. 6pm. More
Wednesday 25th July Tea and Chat, St John’s Church, Horsington 2.30 pm
St John’s Church services
8th July 11am Morning Prayer
15th July 9.15 Holy Communion 22nd July 8.30 Holy Communion
22nd July 12.30 Holy Baptism
29th July 10.30 United Service at Henstridge
The coming Jubilee weekend of 1st -5th June will be a corker, even if the stunning weather of the past week becomes a distant memory.
The village is looking great, thanks to a number of volunteers who have mown, weeded, chopped and painted, and there a great programme of events, with a beer festival, a village street party, a Jubilee bell peal, music, and a cricket match against our regular London visitors.
The blog wishes to thank everyone who has lent a hand to make the weekend a success. Without community-minded citizens we would have a miserable, grey time. So let’s enjoy ourselves, as we celebrate 60 years of HM the Q.
Below is a run down of the events. Please come and join it. It’s your village(s).